African fashion designers are rewriting the rules of global fashion, bringing the vibrancy, heritage, and innovation of the continent to the world’s most prestigious runways. In 2024, their creative genius illuminated international fashion weeks, leaving a lasting impression on audiences and critics alike. From New York to Paris, these trailblazers showcased collections that celebrated their …
Over five days, the event will showcase a shared vision for the future of African fashion, highlighting the entire fashion value chain’s role in driving innovation and sustainability across the continent.
African fashion is not only a source of creativity and beauty, but also a force for positive change in the world. Many African designers and brands are using their platforms to raise awareness, empower communities, and protect the environment. Couture Africa explores some of the ways that African fashion is promoting sustainability and social responsibility, …
Vegan leather or artificial leather is a material that is a sustainable alternative to real leather. By definition: it is any material that mimics the look and feel of leather, but is not produced using animal hides. The material can be made in many different ways, some of which include the use of fungi, specifically …
If you’re looking for a mature, chic and fashionable brand then look no further than Aulgah Nato. The brand has been all over the Nairobi Fashion scene, making an outstanding appearance at Tribal Chic 2023 which had Susan Kaitanny from The Real Housewives of Nairobi, opening the show. We couldn’t resist taking a moment to …
Many of our favourite personalities have been keeping the dapper flame burning when it comes to fashion. Whether it's in their day-to-day outfits or killer looks on stage, they have shown a plethora of styles. Here are some of the looks you can use to update your wardrobe, and the ladies will be drooling over.Forever …
Vivienne Westwood, was the godmother of punk and her life is one that must be celebrated not just for her creativity but for her ingenuity, philanthropy and tenacity. The British fashion designer was known for bringing modern punk and new wave fashions into the mainstream. She viewed punk as a way of “seeing if one …
In the past few years, modest fashion has become increasingly popular as a growing number of women seek to express their personal style while adhering to their religious, cultural, or personal beliefs regarding modesty. Modest fashion refers to clothing that provides coverage and conceals the body, often including long sleeves, loose-fitting garments, and high necklines. …
Fashion High Tea is an annual charity fashion event organised by Zen Gardens, Nairobi that brings together leading fashion and accessory designers from Kenya and beyond. Proceeds for the 2023 event went towards Kenya Women and Children’s Wellness Centre [KWCWC] in support of Gender-Based Violence survivors. As one of the key events in Kenya’s social …
The place to be for all fashion lovers on the 25th of February was Fashion High Tea at Zen Gardens, Nairobi Kenya. A luxurious experience that was exquisitely put together featuring fashion and beauty exhibitors, gorgeous guests dressed to impress and plethora of drinks. Fashion High Tea 2023 brought together lovers of fashion from all …
