The Runway Paradox The fashion runway, as we know it today, is the result of continuous transformation shaped by culture, technology, and shifting audience expectations. What began as a private and functional presentati... Apr 10, 2026
Anatomy of colour: The history of textile dyeing in Kenya is one of material intelligence, experimentation, and cultural authorship. Long before industrial production, communities across the region developed sophisticat... Apr 1, 2026
Rethinking “Made in Kenya” In Kenya, the “Made in Kenya” label carries a subtle contradiction. It suggests clarity, yet in practice, it fractures into three distinct realities. Garments made from Kenyan materials but manufactur... Mar 23, 2026
Kinetic Fashion Fashion has always relied on the careful use of elements. Fabrics, textures, and accessories are traditionally employed to create the illusion of movement as a model walks or poses. A pleat unfolds, a... Mar 12, 2026
The Evolution of Headpiece Style in Kenya Headpieces have existed in African cultures for as long as memory allows. They were never mere accessories. They signal belief systems, seniority, marital status, and community affiliation. Some are c... Feb 20, 2026
Nairobi Fashion Week 2026 Nairobi Fashion Week unfolded over four days , opening with an intimate cocktail at Mateo’s Karen that immediately set the tone for a season defined by connection, creativity, and purpose. The atmosph... Feb 5, 2026
The Unseen Cost of Gendered Fashion BelowCloud 97 was born as a homage to those who feel fractured in fitting rooms or to those whose clothes align with social expectations yet fail to grasp who they truly are. 1997 My name is Androgeno... African Fashion genderinkenya queerfashionkenya Jan 29, 2026
Inside Valentino's legacy How is Valentino relevant to Kenya? He is not Italian. This is a very good question. True, Valentino is not Kenyan. His work is not accessible to most of us. However, this is not about access. And it ... Jan 27, 2026
Designers of the year Last year, we had the chance to interact with some truly wonderful designers whose work reminded us why fashion remains one of the most powerful forms of innovation. Fashion, at its core, is about bre... Jan 20, 2026
The Cosmology of Kiondo During the event organised by Vicky Ngari , titled The Cosmology of the Kiondo, I had the opportunity to gain first-hand experience in crafting the bags with the Weaving Women Lead of Afrocuteness. Se... Nov 28, 2025
A Fashion Show in Gikomba: At first glance, a fashion show in Gikomba might sound contradictory. Kenyan fashion today is increasingly guided by two major trends: local production that uses local materials and workforce and then... Nov 27, 2025
The Minimalism Overdose Minimalism is grounded in the idea that life thrives when given the space to do so. Just as a plant needs room, water, and light to grow, a healthy lifestyle also requires balance and intentionality. ... Oct 30, 2025