Kepha Maina established his label by the same name in 2013. Focusing on ready-to-wear and high-fashion, he draws inspiration from visual artists such as Ibrahim el-Salahi, the renowned Sudanese painter and leading modernist figure. Kepha has had four key fashion showcases that have gotten international attention, and his next collection drops in September 2022. He says there is a slick,…
Mohamed Awale of Rummage Studios [formerly Suave Studios] has established himself as one of the most exciting brands in Nairobi’s flourishing fashion scene. He takes discarded fabrics and turns them into items such as backpacks, messenger bags and smaller goods like wallets and passport holders. Awale draws inspiration from Gikomba, a huge, sprawling, open-air second-hand clothes market in Nairobi, the…
There’s just something that feels so put together about a matching top and bottom set. Whether you’re going to brunch or going for a party, the monochrome combo will turn even the most mundane of outfits into a moment. A monochrome look Is an immaculate balance of laid-back and polished. While some trends come and go, this, is definitely a…
I don’t know about you, but I think dressing for the cold weather is fun! It’s all about protecting yourself from the breeze, and we all know wearing a tiny statement dress as you freeze your toes off is not classy at all. Enjoy playing dress up as you layer and layer. Here are some tips to get you going.…