Make-up Art Cosmetics, M.A.C. was founded in 1984 by two Franks; Frank Toskan, and make-up artiste and photographer and Frank Angelo a photographer and has since grown to become one of the most recognised colour cosmetics brands of all time, with more than 520 stores across 25 countries worldwide. The distinctive strong pigment make-up brand was created from Frank’s and…
With the success of Black Panther, ideas for another film began after its release in February 2018. These plans were however temporarily put on hold in August 2020 when Black Panther’s main character Chadwick Boseman died from colon cancer, with Marvel choosing not to recast his role of T’Challa. Chadwick Boseman’s brother, Derrick Boseman has spoken out against the idea…
Joy Kendi, an award-winning fashion and lifestyle blogger, has collaborated with Itikadi, a contemporary fashion brand inspired by art and culture, to debut a trendy casual line. The collaboration centers on a loungewear vibe that is versatile in all ways, from an indoor chilled looks if you work from home or are having guests over to outdoor relaxed practicality. The…
The Kenya Film Classification Board (KFCB) CEO, Christopher Wambua said in a statement on Friday 23rd September that same-sex films and movies are prohibited in the Kenyan Constitution; therefore, the board will continue its crackdown on such content in the mainstream media. “The country’s laws do not allow LGBTQ+ content or even relationships. Even as we rate and classify content,…
Polo lovers and influencers alike flocked the Nairobi Polo Club over the weekend 23rd – 25th September to watch an energetic 10-Goal International tournament between Kenya and Brazil at the Nairobi Polo Club. Brazil won the matches against Kenya in the three-day tournament. However, the Kenyan player Jadini put up an impressive game where the Brazilians also praised him as…
SMALL COUNTRIES, BIG TOURISM As luck or nature would have it, the smallest countries in Africa are also the most beautiful and have a robust and growing tourism economy. Looking for holiday destinations to add to your bucket list? We suggest you add these island countries as a must-visit. SYCHELLES Seychelles is an archipelago of 155 islands with an additional…
THE ART OF LA SAPE A La Sape enthusiast is called a Sapeur and the movement is called Sapeurism (La Sapologe). La Sape is an abbreviation based on the phrase Société des Ambianceurs et des Personnes Élégantes (loosely translated to Society of Ambiance-Makers and Elegant People). Sapeurism is a cult-like love for extravagant fashion and style amongst the – mostly…
Hub of Africa Fashion Week (HAFW) was created with the understanding that there is a need for an event that can highlight the growing talent of African designers and brands to the international market. The philosophy of the company is to be the event that can create a linkage amongst different sectors in the growing garment industry in Africa, while…