Inclusivity, innovation take centre stage at Eco Fashion Week Far from the conventional runway lined with new designer pieces, petite models standing 5’9” tall with 24-inch waists, Eco Fashion Week embodied effortless elegance, redefining beauty beyond the usual standards. This show was a true scene-stealer, boldly inclusive and bound by a single rule: no new clothes. Here, sustainability took centre stage over superficial glamour. As fashion is increasingly defined by consciousness rather than consumption, Eco Fashion Week became a revolution draped in art, inclusion, and innovation. Gone are the days when glamour was measured solely by price tags and novelty;…
Author: Ann Musungu
Models during the launch of the event (photo courtesy/KenyaFashionWeek) Once the crown jewel of East African couture, the event is being reborn with a deeper purpose: not merely to showcase fashion, but to question, redefine, and celebrate Kenya’s cultural and creative identity in a global context. With the theme “Kenya Redefined,” this year’s edition poses a bold question do we, as a nation, have a fashion identity? And if not, what should that identity look like in a modern, multicultural Kenya? The Kenya fashion week preview gathered the industry’s most influential voices designers, stylists, entrepreneurs, and cultural advocates each representing…
Braiding Nairobi turns hair into a runway of heritage and empowerment Not long ago, Beyond the Chair, an event by Braiding Nairobi, was more than a fashion show; it was a bold declaration, a reclamation of culture, and a celebration of identity, memory, and art. Braiding Nairobi was born barely a year ago from a simple idea: to make booking a hair braider as seamless, dignified, and respected as the craft itself. For Lazandra, one of Nairobi’s most coveted braiders, the experience was deeply personal and transformative. “Braiding has always been more than routine; it’s an artistic expression, seeing it…
Black style to take center stage at 2025 Met Gala: A night of firsts [File/Standard] The first Monday of May is no ordinary day; it is fashion’s biggest night, when the Met Gala lights up New York City with a bold fusion of fashion, art, and culture. While the celebrity red carpet may steal the limelight, the event’s true soul lies in its tribute to fashion as a vessel of creative expression, historical depth, and social commentary. This year’s theme, “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style,” marks a powerful departure from previous iterations. It places Black fashion’s artistry, heritage, and resistance front…
Curate your capsule wardrobe with these tips (Photo: iStock) Amid calls to action like “Who made my clothes?”, one practical and powerful response is embracing a capsule wardrobe. This approach revolutionises personal style and aligns with this vital week’s deeper values: respect for people, the planet and the process behind every garment. It’s about more than simply owning fewer garments; it’s about investing in the right pieces that reflect personal taste, reduce environmental impact and support ethical production practices. At its core, a capsule wardrobe is a thoughtfully curated collection of timeless, versatile pieces designed to be easily mixed and…