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Nairobi Fashion Market, Mar. 8-9 2014 @ Ngong Racecourse
Come see whats trending and sizzling in the fashion industry. NFM is back with its 7th edition on the 8th&9th of March.
A weekend with over 100 craft, fashion and lifestyle stalls offering great talent and originality. A colorful and versatile collection of products and accessories.
Shop till you drop and watch stunning fashion shows, chill out and have fun with great live music.
Certainly catering to every taste and style, come join us for a great day out!
Visit http://www.nfm.co.ke
To book a stall, write to booking@nfm.co.ke
February 20, 2014 at 12:26 pm gianlucacrispi Leave a comment
Call for Entries: Designers who wish to partake in Swahili Fashion Week Kenya set for Apr. 5 2014 @ Crowne Plaza Hotel
Swahili Fashion Week East and Central Africa’s leading fashion week is back for the second time with the Swahili Fashion Week Kenya. This year it is set to take center stage on 5th April 2014 at Crowne Plaza Hotel, Nairobi.
Are you a designer who would like to showcase at Swahili Fashion Week Kenya?
If so go to Swahili Fashion Week Website and download the application form.
Entries should be submitted by February 28, 2014
Find more info on their Facebook Page
Fashion Show/Dance: Snapp Kenyan Cupid, Feb. 14 2014 @ Waridi Paradise Apartment Hotel – Hurlingham
Kenyan Cupid: ‘Kenya’s premier valentine’s day event’ and will be hosted at Waridi Paradise Apartment Hotel, Hurlingham this year. The show will run from 7- 11pm featuring a showcase by six designers, exhibitors & music performances. Tickets are going for Kshs 3000 inclusive of dinner (buffet).
For tickets, call: Steve 0724169522
High Tea/Charity: Zen Fashion High Tea 2014, Feb. 8 2014 @ Zen Garden
Zen Fashion High Tea: Love for a Cause will be held at Zen Garden on 8th February 2014. You can look forward to mini boutiques, award winning international DJ Nickie Cartel and East Africa’s DJ GMoney and an exquisite fashion catwalk.
Date: February 8, 2014
Venue: Zen Garden
Tickets: Advance Tickets: 5500/- Tickets at The Door: 6000/-
Contacts: info@zengarden.co.ke or T: 0733 654 568
w: www.fashionhightea.com
Fashion: Tribal Chic 2013, Dec. 14 2013 @ Tribe Hotel
Tribe represents the new, true image of Nairobi; a sophisticated, hip, cool and creative city. Events organized by Tribe showcase the best local and international talent, while supporting causes that care for the less fortunate.
Date: December 14, 2013
Venue: Tribe Hotel
Time: 630 pm
Tickets are KShs. 6000 per person and include a welcome drink and canapés.
Proceeds from this fashion show are in aid of Sasa Designs by the Deaf.
Out of Town: Kikoy Festival 2013, Dec. 14 2013 @ Mombasa Continental Resort
Kenya is celebrating 50 years of independence and we would like to invite you to join us as we celebrate our rich culture and heritage by taking Kikoy Fashion to the beach.
We will be running a series of Kikoy inspired fashion shows in top 5 star hotels on the Kenyan coast over the period of 12th – 31st December 2013. There will be top local and international emerging and haute couture designers showcasing their exceptional collection and accessories together with high fashion international models from diverse cultures, among them Deliah Ipupa & Gloria Baraza.
Among the designers on board are Mohamed Bana, Galina Tatarinova ( A russian designer who does amazing wedding wedding outfits with african print), Mayeye Marcotte Designs, La Mar Jewelry design ( Winner Emerging Designer 2013), Zanta Beads (An emerging talented jewelry designer) and Sumi Kittony (An emerging designer)
The inaugural show will be at Mombasa Continental Resort on 14th December starting 6pm. We will be working hand in hand with Bombolulu Cutural Centre, who will entertain the guests with cultural dances and art of the proceeds will go to them.
Free up your calendar and join us on the beach for a Kikoy couture event of the year.
Ticket Prices: Advance Tickets : Terrace Kshs 1,500
V.I.P : Kshs 2,000
At the Gate – Terrace Kshs. 1,800
Gate V.I.P Kshs 2,500 *VIP tickets complimentary cocktail bitings and drinks
Advance tickets by MPESA to 0706-350-627 and 0722-737-267 Mombasa Continental Resort Reception
Out of Town/Charity: Fashion with a Difference 2013, Nov. 30 2013 @ Lake Naivasha Sawela Lodge
FASHION WITH A DIFFERENCE 2013 is an annual themed event aimed at giving back to the community fashionably and artistically.
The fashion event is scheduled for Saturday, 30th November 2013 at the Lake Naivasha Sawela Lodge.
The event will be fuelled with all things Fashionable from Fashion and arts market stalls with bargains ranging from clothing, accessories and home interiors to a Fashion runway showcasing talented emerging designers and entertainment to keep the fashionistas rocking throughout the day whilst the KIDS ZONE will keep the children entertained throughout the day with lots of activities ranging from bouncy castles, facepainting, art and crafts activities.
Gala/Fashion: The Face of Nairobi, Nov. 23 2013 @ Pride Inn Hotel – Westlands
The Face Of Nairobi Cordially invites you to come witness an event like no other where we will dine, dance and crown the authentic Face Of Nairobi 2013
Date: November 23, 2013
Venue: Pride Inn Hotel, Westlands
Time: 7pm
Tickets: Kshs 1500 & VIP Kshs 2500 available on www.missnairobi.com
Performances By: Jazz Maestro Joseph Hellon and Band
MCEED BY: Ever beautiful and stunning Pinky Ghelani
Deejayed By: The sassy sherrif DJ Pierra Makena on the Decs
Judged By: Former Miss Kenya Shamim Abdul, Former Miss Kenya Susan Anyango and Former Mr. Kenya Odado Okello
Food is inclusive on the ticket charge!!!
Vintage Cars & High Fashion: CBA Africa Concours d’Elegance, Nov. 17 2013 @ Ngong Racecourse
Date: November 17, 2013
Venue: Ngong Racecourse
Out of Town: Naivasha Fashion Weekend, Oct. 19 2013 @ Enashipai Resort and Spa
Date: October 19, 2013
Time: 12pm to 6pm (afterparty with DJ Adrian thereafter)
Venue: Enashipai Resort and Spa
Entry: Ksh 1,500
Designers: Vaishali, Manciny, Wambui Njogu/MooCow, Agnes – Nesra Apparels, Nick – Ankara, Sarah Karay, Anna Adero, Mikono Knits, Anthony – Jiamini, Sylvia – Lamar, Richard/Kazuri Beads, Life Beads/ Minalyn Nicklin, Sarah Wangu and Lieke
Website: www.naivashafashionweekend.com
Fashion Show
This year the event will start at 12noon and three fashion shows are scheduled for the afternoon – 2 indoor and 1 outdoor.
Kenya’s supermodel Ajuma Nasenyana and Susan Anyango (Miss Kenya 2011) alongside other talented local models will be showcasing some of Kenya’s finest designers latest collections. The entire show will be produced and choreographed by Surazuri Modeling and Casting Agency – East Africa’s most renowned and longest established model agency that has launched international modeling careers for many Kenyans.
About
Naivasha Fashion Weekend is a signature fashion event that made its debut in 2012. Due to its overwhelming success, the organizers, Enashipai Resort and Spa, together with the East Africa Womens’ League are teaming up to do it again in 2013 turning it into an annual “must attend” fashion event. The event is more than just fashion- it is about raising money for the charities based in Naivasha and participating in the greater good of our communities.
This year, the event will be held on 19th October 2013 at the newly opened state of the art Entumo Conference Centre at Enashipai in Naivasha Kenya. Designers and models are gearing up to showcase an elegant and superbly choreographed in and outdoor fashion show with the overarching theme “Wild at Heart.”
The organisers promise to deliver an amazing day out with fantastic entertainment by Chris Bitok and June Gachui followed by an off the hook after party by Capital FM’s DJ Adrian
Nairobi Fashion Market, Oct. 26-27 2013 @ Ngong Racecourse
Dates: October 26-27, 2013
Venue: Ngong Racecourse
Time: 9 am – 8 pm & 10 am to 6 pm respectively
Tickets: Kshs 400 at the Gate
Live entertainment by: Electrique Djs and The Beat Parade Band
Fashion shows by: Zaramu Designs, CurvyCurves, Sheena_C, Afrostreet Kollektions, New York Designers Window, Lale Designs, Neema, Afrostreet Kollections by Melanie and Kenyalli Wear.
With so much to see and so much to buy, the VI th Edition is hosting over 100 purveyors of the fashion and lifestyle industry, all coming together to promote, market and sell their brands to YOU!
Come ready to stock up your wardrobe and your home for the season. Clothes, jewellery, accessories, skin and hair products, nail products, interiors, decor, kids apparel,toys, holidays, music and even books.
Come see what’s trending in the market. A colorful versatile collection of products and accessories from all over the world, certainly catering to every taste and style.
3rd Annual Goat Derby & Motown in Nairobi, Oct. 5 2013 @ Jockey Club of Kenya
Date: October 5, 2013
Venue: Jockey Club of Kenya, Ngong Racecourse
Time: 7pm
Tickets: Adults Kshs 2000, Kids 500
Fashion: Strut It Afrika Fashion Week 2013, Sept. 28 – Oct. 5 2013 @ Various Venues
Dates: September 28 – October 5, 2013
Venue: Various
For more info visit http://strutitafrika.com/
Exhibition & Fashion: Designer for Elephant Conservation, Sept. 6-11 2013 @ National Museum
Dates: September 6-11, 2013
Venue: National Museum
Entry: Kshs 200
Kenya Fashion Week 2013, Aug. 24 2013 @ Bollywood Casino [Above Gypsy’s]
For more info: http://kenyafashionweek.com/
The Fashion Trance: Designers Edition, Aug. 31 2013 @ Ngong Race Course
Date: August 31, 2013
Venue: Ngong Race Course
Time: noon to midnight
Tickets: Advance Kshs 400 | Gate Ksh 500
East Africa Design Fair: Fashion Accessories, Home Decor & Gifts, Jun. 6-9 2013 @ the Village Market
Date: May 6-9, 2013
Venue: Village Market
Time: 9 am – 6 pm
Enquiries: 0720 871532
Blankets & Wine XLIV, Jun. 2 2013 @ Carnivore
Pack your picnic baskets, wine, blankets and join the 44th edition of Blankets & Wine. On stage at this edition of East Africa’s premier music festival will be the ambient Prisca Ajwang, the jaunty Dela, the undiluted Alsarah from Sudan and the phenomenal 2013 double South African Music Awards winner, Zahara from South Africa.
Date: June 2, 2013
Venue: Carnivore Grounds
Time: from 1 – 9pm
Tickets: Gate Kshs 2000, Advance Kshs 1500
Children between 5 to 12 years pay 500 Ksh. and free for children under 5
Fresh out of Sauti Academy’s magnificent music factory, Prisca makes her big stage debut as part of Blankets & Wine’s promise to deliver fresh talent every month.
Our 2nd act, US based Sudanese singer Alsarah promises a unique treat with her ethno-urban flavour.
On her second Blankets & Wine appearance since her 2010 debut, Dela returns with new material from her soon to be completed new album.
2013 double South Africa Music Award (SAMA) winner Zahara winds up our amazing lineup bringing on board her acclaimed sound and a slew of chart topping singles and platinum selling albums. Zahara’s highly anticipated performance will be a sure delight for young and old music lovers alike.
This edition will host the first ever Blankets & Wine Craft Fair with over a dozen Kenyan artists and designers showcasing and selling their locally made crafts at the event.
Blankets & Wine will also be commemorating the June 5th world Environment Day under the theme ‘Think.Eat.Save’ as part of Blankets & Wine’s ongoing ‘Up-Cycling’ project geared towards Reducing, Recycling and Reusing waste and environmental pollution.
Exhibition on Historical Italian Fashion & Film Chronicles of a Love Affair, May 17 2013 @ Italian Cultural Centre
Date: May 17, 2013
Venue: Italian Institute of Culture, Westlands
Time: 6.45 for 7 pm
Entry: Free
Fashion show: Nairobi Fashion’s Night Out, May 10 2013 @ Tree House
Fashion event that will see top Kenyan designers present their latest Collections. The event is exclusive of CASH PRIZE and a FREE photoshoot with a professional photographer for the most dressed audience. LIVE MUSIC by 6 DJ’s all night long,performance by 5 ARTISTS.
-Runway
-Music
-Redcarpet Photography
~7 photographers
~16 Models
~10Designers.
DRESS CODE-FABULOUS
CHARGES 500/=..
Party: Cocktail and Bowties II, May 3 2013 @ Tree House
THE BOW-TIE EVENTS team presents to you COCKTAIL AND BOW TIES II.
Do you love fashion and partying with fashion guys? Come meet top designers, fashion enthusiasts, top models, celebrities, respected fashion photographers and Djs under the same roof in this Red Carpet event.
On the line up we have high fashion models portraying their glamorous walk rocking designs from: Shenu Hooda, Mohammed Bana, Achie Otigo, Yedu Wear, Sharuz, Kikwetu KLAD Fashion, M & O Fashion House Insomnia, Flanked by other upcoming designers.
Photographers include: Thandiwe muriu photography, Coolpixx photography, Kizo Photography, Heenie Photography
ADVANCE: 700/- GATE: 1,000/-
TICKET VENUE: IMAX Shop 69, 2nd Flr
Party: Kikoy Culture, Apr. 27 2013 @ Carnivore
Attention! Attention! 6AM Kenya has officially managed to secure one of the most sought after names in Dance Music today. MAT ZO will be coming to Kenya this month! He will be featuring exclusively at KIKOY CULTURE 2013. The Heavy-weight is keen to hit the Kenyan shores for the very first time ever with his infectious Big-Room style tracks. The Anjuna Beats man will arrive with fresh and unreleased new songs that are bound to keep you dancing till 6:00 am!
The theme is one of our absolute favourites; KIKOY CULTURE ! It is the only party that pays homage to a 100% Kenyan cultural icon; The Kikoy. This obviously means that the whole dancefloor will be a sea of colourful fabrics. The dress code also suggests that you too should join in the fun and come out in your own Kikoy! The more unique and colourful, the better! You will stand a chance to win an assortment of ultra-cool prizes from 6AM Kenya.
With such a respected artist gracing our humble city, we felt it was vital to pick a venue that has the experience of hosting international acts, to international standards. The CARNIVORE SIMBA SALOON does just that! Excellent service, top-notch security, and tons of fully stocked bars make it the perfect spot to host Mr. Zo. The 6AM Décor team will have the place transformed into a magical masterpiece in no time, and together with the earth shaking sound system, it will definately be a feast for your senses.
With the headliner booked and confirmed, 6AM Kenya will have their top DJs supporting MAT ZO on the night. The full line up will be released closer to the date, so keep those eyes peeled for more information.
21+. Original National ID/Driving License or Passport on request.
LINE UP: MAT ZO (Anjunabeats), DRAZEN, DJ K, TOM PARKER, FACTORY DJS
TIME: 9pm / 6am
Tickets INFO: Advance Tickets Kshs 1500/- Gate tickets (on the night) Kshs 2000/-
Dress Code: Kikoy
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Craft Fair: Osotua Creative Collective, Mar. 23 2013 @ Spring Valley
3rd Edition of the Osotua Creative Collective Craft Fair bringing together 12 innovative craftsmen, designers and social entrepreneurs at the most charming craft fair Nairobi can offer.
Featuring the likes of…
Kapoeta by Ambica – Couture Featherworks
Unbound Ether Silks – One-of-a-kind silk garments
Sea Garden – Crystal Healing and Alternative Therapy
Silverworks by Njee – Silver cutlery adornments
Chilli Mango – Kanga hoddies, wicked graphic tees
Otenge by Pauline – Kitenge Earrings and other goodies
Kradle Kreations – Knitwear & warm fuzzy baby apparel
Pink Impala – Unique twist to interior decor and accessories
Michelle Verwiel – Innovative belts & necklaces made from recycled metal fused with suede and leather
Shangilia -Leatherworks by Lucy Cameron
Pink Bush – Eclectic Jewelry
PLUS
Kenya Bamboo Centre – Bamboo Furniture and Crafts by Kibera based CBO using Bamboo as a renewable resource
& Metal and Boneworks by Steve – recycled brass, aluminum, horn and bone supporting youth in Kibera
& Featuring the sustainable Community Based Project
Ruby Cup – Menstrual Cup
…amongst others!
If you don’t know the area, here is the google map link. Make sure you follow spring valley road until you reach 93B
Out of Town/Fashion: The Young Models, Mar. 16 2013 @ Rock City Gardens
Date: March 16, 2013
Venue: Rock City along Kiambu Rd
Time: from 12 noon
Tickets: Kshs 500
Models on the run ways will display works from;
+ Zambarau,
+ Fab Graphics and
+ Michiko Arts
Among others
[Postponed] LESOH – the Urban Fashion Event to kickoff the year, Feb. 15 2012 @ Volar Club, Jockey Club Ngong Road
Postponed to a later date
Date: February 15, 2013
Venue: Volar Club, Jockey Club Ngong Road
Time: 7-9pm
Tickets: Kshs 500
Contacts: rsvp@lesoworld.com or +254 720 238274
Limited spaces
Dress Code : FABULOUSLY CHIC for the Ladies and just FABULOUS for the Gentlemen.
[Postponed] LESOH – the Urban Fashion Event to kickoff the year, Feb. 15 2012 @ Volar Club, Jockey Club Ngong Road
Postponed to a later date
Date: February 15, 2013
Venue: Volar Club, Jockey Club Ngong Road
Time: 7-9pm
Tickets: Kshs 500
Contacts: rsvp@lesoworld.com or +254 720 238274
Limited spaces
Dress Code : FABULOUSLY CHIC for the Ladies and just FABULOUS for the Gentlemen.
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