SO YOU LIKE FASHION : Nairobi Fashion

BONUS POST MR AND MISS USIU 2015 PREJUDGING BONANZA

MR & MISS USIU-Africa has always been an event that almost everyone in Nairobi wants to attend. Not only because of the fashion but the chance to interact with Kenya's elite populace as well as mingle with new people with the chance of getting a new lover . Yes i am back on that single-hood vibe.

I need me a new lover.

Back to the fashion now.

Every year we are lucky enough to witness the Prejudging of the Mr & Miss USIU Pageant show on campus. For the 4 years i have been a student at USIU-Africa i have tried to attend the Prejudging and this needs thick skin , so i give credit to all the contestants out there. I personally think your self-esteem levels have to be at 100%

Last year's theme color was red or crimson, depends on how content you are with your color board. This year the theme color was blue and i loved it. This is not only because it photographs really well, but also because it compliments all the skin tones.

I loved the fashion every bit, there were creative designs and concepts from cleavage here and there, a cravat over here and a chain infused backless dress as well as an amazingly designed African kitenge. Let the images do the speaking.

And the Lupita cape was a classic look. I personally cant wait to see the rest of the outfits for the actual event. For more images feel free to leave an email on soyoulikefashionbrandke@gmail.com

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STRIPES AND BLUES

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I enjoy dressing up and fashion as well as taking risks and building from them experiences. I know i love my casuals and many a times i don't wear official or what others might call work clothes, but its all in good faith. At least i try and wear casual official and this is one of my favourite looks and by the compliments i get as well i think its also the people's favorite.

I love this navy blue striped shirt because it gives me a certain feel of confidence and who doesn't like confidence?

Anyway i wear this to meetings that aren't necessarily official, i wear it to campus and this outfit or look can count if one is going for a date. Check out the last post here. Its easy and stress free and you can wear it whether you are skinny or buff or a bit cuddly.

OUTFIT DETAILS

Striped Shirt from Jumia Kenya

Grey fitting Jeans from Cheap Monday

Blue Plimsole shoes from Lacoste

Sunglasses from RayBan

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MY OMBRE DIP AND DYE PROJECT

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Dip and Dye is similar to Tie and Dye to create the Ombre look and this is a look has been in the fashion industry for a few years since the creation of the hippie vibe in the 90s. Not only is it unique but its key when it comes to making a fashion statement and versatility.

I came across this look earlier this year and I had one of this checkered shirt that i did not really like as such, but with the Ombre look I am soldddd. You can wear this with white denim, white shorts , black pants either khaki, denim or sweatpants( as seen in the images)

A full video tutorial shall be posted on how to create your own Ombre (DIP&DYE) look

Shirt: Labeless from Gikomba Market

Pants: Capri Khaki Pants from ASOS

Shoes: Converse Sneakers from Converse

Vest: Black Vest from ASOS

Accessories:Leather Wrist Band from Masai Market

Yellow Aviator Sunglasses

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BONUS POST : ARE YOU SURE YOU WANT TO WEAR THAT?

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This week in Nairobi has been an interesting one and no one can deny that it has everyone excited. At least I am excited. Not only did Carlsberg partner up with the first ever Nairobi Pizza Festival to have a week of gaining the mist calories but we are also proud to announce the OLX SOMA Awards happening this Saturday. Before I get further into it, I would like to congratulate my girl Veon aka #TheVeon for being nominated and getting a chance for me to tell people that “I Know that girl, and I helped style her and her arm candy at the event.” oh and vote for her by texting 21E to 22580 (Kenya only and text charges apply)

So a quick bit on SOMA awards, this year’s theme is Social Media for Economic Empowerment. This is the 3^rd installment of the awards being held on Saturday 10^th October 2015, and they have never disappointed in regards to the nominees and the whole extravaganza. Unfortunately I won’t be able to attend despite wanting to be part of it so bad. (SOMA actually stands for Social Media Awards, for those who didn’t know). For more you can check out their Soma Awards website

This bonus blog post is going out to the Kenyan men and those that will attend the awards, I have love for you my brothers out there. I want us to be able to be represented well and for us to look impeccable and stylish while receiving awards and being the main accessory to the ladies out there.

Being a guy I know that dressing for these awards and events can get hectic but I am here to help the brothers out. Most times we just feel like throwing on our khaki pants, and a black blazer and that shirt we usually wear for weddings and funerals. Or that Kitenge shirt that you got for your 25^th birthday, that is cool and not so subtle yet oddly fashionable. It’s about time to change and take charge and be the best accessory you can be. Might even lead to an after party extension.

So there are looks and themes that you can’t go wrong with, but first we need to establish what kind of guy you are. I think there are 5 types of guys out there: The Introverted Extrovert. The Metrosexual. The Babe Pleaser. The Fashionista. And the one whose outfit is picked out for him. Once you establish what kind of guy you are or the one that you feel more close to you can choose what to wear.

The Introverted Extrovert should wear a full suit or a clean cut ensemble, doesn’t have to be that boring black suit, go for a navy blue or a charcoal grey and get a funky shirt to wear under it, not a floral one though. Go for an easy breeze black one, or a clean crisp white one, and if you are daring enough get a shade of the suit colour and pull a monochrome look. You can accessorize by getting a funky lapel pin and cool cufflinks. Throw in a patterned pair of socks for personality, but remember the hem lines and fit need to be on fleek as they say these days or else you will look a fool.

The Metrosexual is not afraid to play around with prints and can pull most looks off. You can be able to showcase your style sense and fashion personality by what you wear. Stick to your style and if you are an accessory you don’t want to over shine your date. I am feeling that a nice all white outfit can work for such an event and it can be a full white shirt and white dress pants or a white blazer, white shirt and white pants look. I advise that you should break the monochrome with a brown pair of shoes or if you are feeling adventurous a pair of velvet blue loafers can do the trick.

The Babe Pleaser. Bro I am really sorry but I think you would have to sync with your girlfriend. For you I would advise you to do a basic black and use your partner’s colour scheme to break your look. It doesn’t have to be something crazy like the whole fabric, you can get a pocket square or a shirt that is in sync with your partner. I don’t want world war for you or the fashion explosion that was of Britney Spears and Justin Timberlake and their Canadian Tuxedo, plus Kimye (Kanye and Kim Kardashian West) have been able to pull some looks off. Someeeeee.

The Fashionista. Yes this is the most exciting time for you, but I will provide the same advice, don’t over shine your girl. But yeah accessories are key and hats are still in. Plus play around with colours and be free to do what it is that you do. I think you can get inspiration from runway looks and styles. Like FAFA or Nairobi Fashion Week or even New York Fashion Week.

The one whose outfit is picked out for him. First of all you need to revolt and make your own fashion decisions and be able to express yourself through your style. Your partner can help you choose and help you find direction but at the end of the day it’s your face that will be in The Friday Pulse pull out magazine or on mpasho.co.ke. I think just stick to subtle looks and you will be okay. Throw on a good piece of accessory and you are good to go.