African clothing commonly refers to the traditional clothing worn by the people of Africa,different tribes throughout the continent pride themselves on their national dress which they use for ceremonies and special occasions. There are many varied styles of dress and the type of cloth plays an integral role in fashioning the garment. The fabric often reflects the society in general as well as the status of individuals or groups within that community, In some instances traditional robes have been replaced or influenced by foreign cultures, like colonial impact or western popular dress code. The evolution of dress in Africa is very difficult to trace due to the lack of written word and actual historical evidence. Much is pieced together from various sources like traditional robes being handed down to present day tribal members, word of mouth (oral history), theater (masquerades) and from art and artifacts which show sculptural representations of dress.
Adele Dejak
Adele Dejak the brand is home to luxurious African inspired jewelry handcrafted in the heart of Kenya. Everything comes from materials that different African tribes would use to make their ornaments and trinkets. We have contemporary, artistic and wearable bags, necklaces, earrings, rings and bracelets not forgetting some exclusive home decor items. Location:Village Market Nairobi Kenya Contact: 0737 253862 Website: https://www.adeledejak.com
odAOMO
odAOMO was conceived by Kenyan native, designer and CEO Dr. Sophia Aomo Omoro, the sixth of eight children born to a seamstress mother and postal worker father. The brand derives from a childhood interest in sketching designs to express her individuality among similarly clad sisters and an innate desire to support her community.
Location: The Village Market Limuru Road Gigiri Nairobi P.O. Box 00621, Nairobi Contact: 0714 235863 Website: https://www.odaomo.com
Akinyi Odongo KenyaLocation: Sifa Towers, 4D, 4th, Floor Contact: 0774 841997 Website: https://akinyiodongo.co.ke
Kiko RomeoLocation: 523 Riara Rd, Kobo Contact: 0722 516317 Website: https://kikoromeo.com
Deepa Dosaja BoutiqueLocation: Loresho Ridge, Nairobi Contact: 0777 915986 Website: https://www.deepadosaja.com
CocoLili AfricaLocation: 1st Floor (New Wing), Village Market Nairobi Kenya Contact: 0796 962625 Website: None
Eunique Fashions Africa
formerly Miss Fashion,is a Kenyan based fashion house that has for 16 years thrived in dressing a diverse audience with emergent fashion trends from designer brands at affordable rates in the Kenyan market. Having successfully traded in the fashion industry since 2000, Eunique Fashions has created three umbrella brands namely Eunique, Miss Fashion, Mr Fashion to cater for a growing demand for quality and unique fashion items for people within the market share.
Location: Two Rivers Mall Limuru Road Nairobi Ke, Village Market and Sarit centre Westlands Contact: 0700 381080 Website: None
The Designers Studio
TDS is Kenyan lifestyle premium fashion brand that connects you to the world of Fashion & Design in Kenya shedding light on a new African reality through content and commerce, Inspired to create accessibility and knowledge of the Kenyan fashion brands, TDS was created to search, tell their story and bring them closer to the consumer. Location: Two Rivers Mall, Off Limuru Road, Ground Floor, Nairobi Contact: 0716 972992 Website: https://tdsblog.com
African AttiresLocation: Elgeyo Marakwet, Nairobi City Contact: 020 2509200 Website: None
Bellian African Fashion & DesignLocation: 2nd Floor, Best Lady Center, Ronald Ngala St, Nairobi Contact: 0701 397688 Website: None
Kipekee Fashions AfricaLocation: pt 8, block C, Fatima Apartments, Marques Garvey Road, off Argwings Kodhek Road,Nairobi Contact: 0701 485299 Website: None
La BELLE Fashions Imenti HouseLocation: 1st Floor, Imenti House, Moi Ave, Nairobi Contact: 0717 789272 Website: None
Binti Online Wholesale ShopLocation: Naivasha Rd, Nairobi Contact: 0721 521560 Website: https://binti.co.ke
Jora African Arts And FashionLocation: First Floor, Ring Rd Kilimani, Nairobi Contact: 0734 217500 Website: None
Sabby Craft Curio Shop And African AttiresLocation: Utalii St, Nairobi Contact: 020 2509200 Website: None
Leo African FashionsLocation: Nalepo Plaza, Opposite Kenya Power, Namanga Road, Kitengela, Nairobi – Namanga, Athi River Contact: 0700 415808 Website: None
Tribal African WearLocation: Moi Ave, Nairobi Contact: 0726 468850 Website: None
Paulina George West African FashionsLocation: Shop 1, Arcade 680, Standard St, Nairobi Contact: 020 2733641 Website: None
Designing Africa CollectiveLocation: 1st Floor , New Ext./ Village Market Shopping Mall Contact: 0715 198836 Website: None
Beyond Glamour AfricaLocation: City Square Nairobi City Kenya Contact: 0724 850532 Website: https://beyondglamourafrica.com
African Fabric And Designs Kenya LtdLocation: Suna Road Adams Arcade Mini Mall No. 1a Contact: 0710 660524 Website: https://www.africanfabricanddesigns.com
Bepomag African Collections
Established in 2016, Bepomag African Collections seeks to celebrate and share the rich cultural and aesthetic beauty of Africa, through unique fashion items and art, working with local craftsmen, small scale traders and emerging entrepreneurs, the Bepomag African Collections seeks to provide a market platform for unique African inspired clothing, jewelry, footwear and decorative household items.
Location: Garden city Thika Rd, Nairobi Contact: 0722 232959 Website: http://bepomag.com
Kerry Designs AfricaLocation: Tom mboya street Contact: 0712 357420 Website: None
House of M’Kay Designs – Ready Made African wear Location: Hamilton House, 2nd floor shop 3, Nairobi Contact: 0780 266266 Website: None
Made in Kenya StoreLocation: 907 – 0061 Parklands Road Contact: 0703 463029 Website: None
Promise African Jewellery ShopLocation: Room 04, 1st Floor, Perida Business Centre, Dubois Road, Nairobi Contact: 0724 513119 Website: None
Rift Valley Leather Ltd
RVL was incorporated 11th March 2009.The company develops and manufactures the highest quality leather and canvas products, including a wide variety of travel bags, male and female bags, office bags and hotel/restaurant and corporate products and an innovative range of accessories. Location: Nairobi Contact: 0725 686864 Website: https://www.rift-africa.com
Sarai Afrique Fashion House
Offers a wide assortment of the latest and best selections of women’s apparel from brands across the World. Designs that fit the sophisticated woman as well as the modern styles of clothing that best suit the trends of today. Location: Lavington Mall 2nd Floor Contact: 0701 932202 Website: https://saraiafrique.com/
D&D Clothing KenyaLocation: Embakasi, Fairview Business Park, No 6 Contact: 0741 078105 Website: https://danddclothing.com
Inside Africa FashionsLocation: Victoria Court Starehe, Tom Mboya St, Nairobi Contact: 020 2218714 Website: None
Kidosho Apparel Focuses on ethno-chic garments that fuse modern designs with ethnic fabrics and patterns to create a contemporary brand that is timeless and elegant. Kidosho is a demi-couture line; co-designed by and using the delicate craftsmanship of Kenyan artisans. Additionally, we specialize in personalized shopping and image consultancy services for our premium clients.
Social impact Kidosho has a social responsibility program that is focused on empowering single mothers within and outside its organization. This initiative trains its women and helps them acquire sewing machines and connects them with buyers.’
Location: Block E, Suite 42, 1st Floor, Rehema Place, Ngong Rd, Nairobi Contact: 0717 628637 Website: https://www.kidosho.com
Kungara Stores KenyaLocation: Arcade Langata, Karen Plains Rd, Nairobi Contact: 0711 120160 Website: None
Lilabare Sustainable Clothing & JewelleryLocation: Hatheru Rd, Nairobi Contact: None Website: https://lilabare.com
Utamaduni Artisans of Africa
The best African craft shop in Nairobi, Utamaduni is a must to drop into on the way to some of the exciting venues in Nairobi’s green suburb of Karen/Langata, known for the famous writer, Karen Blixen’s original farm with beautiful views of the Ngong hills. Incorporate a visit to this unique house of crafts on the day of your visit to the baby elephants, feeding the giraffes and Kazuri beads. Location: Langata South Road, Nairobi Contact: 0722 205028 Website: https://www.utamadunishops.com
Naomi DesignsLocation: Musindi Lane, Nairobi Contact: 0702 376767 Website: None
Peperuka ClothingLocation: Riara Rd, Nairobi Contact: 0717 114198 Website: https://peperuka.co.ke
The African Boot Company LimitedLocation: Kenyatta Avenue, Nairobi Contact: 020 2220753 Website: None
Nguo Affordable Pioneer houseLocation: Kenyatta Avenue, Nairobi Contact: 0715 783090 Website: None
African Classics – Factory OutletLocation: African Classics – Factory Outlet Contact: 0711 897942 Website: https://africanclassicsltd.com
Content courtesy of Nairobi fashion hub