Outfit Post:Skirting the issue

 

 

Happy Tuesday!!
Yesterday I was working on this post and started feeling drowsy because of the meds I had taken for this nasty flu I have.The thing is I haven't been going out for a long time now like the way I used to,clearly am getting old huh? so over the weekend I went ham..I went out 2 nights in a row Friday & Saturday Night and we sat outside the club on both nights and it was so cold .Let's just say am paying for it right now am sure that's how I caught this nasty flu.Today its not as bad as it was yesterday.

Hope you enjoying your week so far .

Outfit Details:

Pink chiffon top Mr Price

Flounce skirt Vonette Boutique

Nude Heels thrifted

Spiky detailed Neck piece Vonette Boutique

Sunnies Vonette Boutique

Photo Credits : Steve Inc Photography

xoxoxo

Outfit Post :African Print Crop Top & pencil skirt

Happy Monday!Remember a while back I made a decision to transition from relaxed to natural hair?I was not for the idea of going through the big chop and if someone suggested it I would think they are insane as I was so convinced short hair wouldn't look good on me.

So last month after I undid the box braids,I felt  it was time to try out a new look and  cutting my hair was not one of them,I was thinking of getting a hair colour maybe maroon or red I even went ahead and asked Tony Airo my hairdresser for advise and he was like maroon hair colour would look good on me,I went ahead and booked an appointment and come that day he was really surprised when I told him to cut my hair.I just felt I needed a new look and am so loving it,the hair cut was done just as I wanted it.Thank you Tony!

 

 

Outfit Details

• African Print Pencil skirt and crop top - Custom made
• Green Handbag- Arm Candy Kenya
• Ankle Boots - similar here
• Statement Neck Piece- Dubois Road(River Road)
• Boyfriend Jacket-Random shop in town

Photos Courtesy of Steve Inc

Thank you for stopping by.What do you think of my new look?Do let me know in the comment section.

xoxoxoxox

Vonette! 

Wambui Mukenyi Bridal Collection 2014

The Wambui Mukenyi brand brings her classy,contemporary aesthetic to the fashion forward wedding party.Each garment in this inaugural bridal collection has been touched by Wambui's continuing commitment to elegance and glamour.

The unapologetically feminine gowns are carefully made with every bride in mind,from the innocent princess to the trendsetting rebelle du jour.This is showcased by the daring strapless necklines,complimented by delicately boned bodices that are reminiscent of victorian corsetry.

Celebrating 100 days of African Fashion By Diana Opoti

 

 For a while now i have been keenly following Diana Opoti.I totally love her style and also am happy that she supports African Fashion more so the designers.Recently she started 100 days of African Fashion a personal challenge in which she wears outfits designed by different African Designers including David Tlale,Laleso,Anisa Mpungwe,Mille Collines,Katungulu Mwendwa,Duaba Serwa just to mention but a few.

I really like the initiative she has taken in supporting African designers apart from that she also hers a Fashion PR Firm offering fashion publicity, strategies and market intelligence for African brands looking to set up in Nairobi, Kenya.

What i wore to FAFA

I was really not sure of what to wear on this big day,so i decided to design this simple outfit and thank God i have an awesome tailor who makes my outfits as i want them.You see when it comes to attending fashion events most of my outfits are usually custom made i prefer it that way as its cheaper to get a tailor to do my dress compared to buying it from the shop and furthermore if you want your outfit to be outstanding its better to design it yourself.

Front side of the dress

Event Review: FAFA 2014

Waithira Qibuchi's Design

Festival for Fashion And Arts(FAFA) took place over the weekend on 31st May 2014 at The Oval Westlands and i must say the event was a success.Fashion lovers turned up in huge numbers and for sure most of the people who attended were dressed for the occasion.The designers did a fantastic job as the designs showcased on the catwalk fell nothing short of fabulousity,you could tell that the designers indeed worked tirelessly on their collection.I was really impressed.I won't say much now i will let the photos speak on my behalf.

Waithira Qibuchi's Design

Waithira Qibuchi's Design

Event Review:Mille Collines Men's Wear Store Launch in partnership with Martini

Marc Collines with the Models wearing Mille Collines

Mille Collines in partnership with Martini officially launched their Men's wear store last week on friday 23rd May 2014 at the Village Market.Mille Collines is a fashion brand founded in 2009 by two spanish designers Marc Oliver & Ines cautrecasas.They do produce all their outfits from Rwanda where they first set up base.

The Mille Collines mens wear range was first released in South Africa at the Mercedes Benz Fashion Week Africa 2013. The collection offers two categories for menswear; classic silhouettes with modern twists for the business professional and a dandier edgier selection of street style inspired for the man who likes to make a statement.
Martini was one of the main  sponsors of the event,they are  one of the world’s leading brands whose core values are to celebrate natural style and embody ‘Gioia di Vivere’. The award –winning, vibrant and bittersweet taste of MARTINI is a result of a secret blend of more than 40 botanicals from the finest locations across the globe. Founded in 1863 in Pessione, Italy, Martini continues to be the market leader.

Here are some of the photos of  their store at Village Market :-

FAFA's Fifth Edition Of Fashion For Peace 2014

Earlier today Festival of African Fashion and Arts(FAFA) held a Media Briefing at The Sarova Stanley.This was in regards to the much anticipated FAFA gala event which will be held at The Oval in Westlands on the 31st of May from 6pm.

The Major sponsors for this years Fashion for peace Gala are Jameson,Safaricom and Sarova Stanley are the official Hospitality Sponsor.CBA as Banking partner has also signed a 3 year agreement with FAFA to grow the local Fashion Industry.Beauty Partners Include City Models Africa,Shair Academy and Suzie Beauty.

FAFA Designers Photo Shoot

I had a chance to attend the FAFA Photo Shoot Last weekend at Thomson Ncube's Studio in Upper Hill.
FAFA stands for Festival for Fashion and Arts and they usually hold an annual Fashion Event that brings together established and upcoming designers.This particular photo shoot was for the Programme Book,which will contain details about the designers along side some of their designs.

Event Review:The Bow-Ties Events,Cherehani Africa Launch

I had a chance to attend the The Bow-Tie Events Cherehani Africa Launch.I had previously done a post here in regards to what the event was all about.The event was at III Bars Lounge in parklands and i must say i was amazed by the number of people who showed up at the party,their energy was just awesome.There was a red carpet photography moment which i took a photo with Mboya one of the guys behind The Bowties Events Company.

Event:Win exclusive tickets to an invite-only fashion party

The Bowtie Events will be hosting an exclusive fashion party on the 2nd of May at the III Bars Lounge.Its going to be an elegant and glamorous event.The main aim of the event is to Launch "The Bowtie Fashion Tour 2014" also  a social enterprise that will provide sewing machines to deserving women in rural areas, to learn tailoring and designing.
 After the launch The Bowtie Events  will be having a Photo shoot Auditions on the 24th of May where Kenya's top designers Nick Ondu and Shenu Hooda will dress the selected models.

Internationally known fashion photographer, Radoslaw (Radek) Janicki Phd who boasts of 25 years of professional photography will capture the moments at Fourteen Falls for those who make it through past the auditions.

So for a chance to win tickets to this exclusive Invites Only Fashion event,simply leave a comment below and your facebook Name or twitter Handle.I have THREE TICKETS to giveaway!

The giveaway ends on Wednesday 30th April!All the best!

Photos courtesy of  The Bowtie Events

Thanks for stopping by

xoxoxo

Vonette!

Recap of the Fashion Focus Group Meeting at Kiko Romeo Shop,Yaya Center

Fashion Focus group meetings brings together individuals in the fashion industry & also fashion enthusiasts who want the fashion industry to grow in leaps and bounds.The discussions done at this meetings contribute to an action plan with time frames with people held responsible and accountable within the fashion industry.
Fashion Focus group meeting is held once a week on Wednesday evening from 7pm to 9pm at Kiko Romeo Yaya Center 1st floor.Anyone who is passionate about the fashion industry is welcome to join us.

The topic of discussion during this weeks meeting was on  Production.
A Strength,Weakness Opportunity,Threat(SWOT) analysis on Production was done and some of the points that were  discussed included:-
Strength

• In house Production-which is  a strength and also a weakness.As a strength because in, in house production with your own sewing machine you make the outfit exactly as you would like it to be & as a weakness In house production in factories,sometimes the end product is not  the same as the sample given to them by the designers.
• Art&Crafts produced in kenya are  unique selling point in the world market
• Jua Kali sector is a strength in production because of the use of recycling materials used in production.
• Piece Workers-they save designers time because alot of pieces can be done within  a short period of time.
• Jewellery Production some local  jewellery designers produce good quality jewellery e.g Kazuri Beads

Weakness

• Technical skills from fashion students are half baked as their curriculum programme is not driven by what the industry requires.
• Timely delivery-no matter how good you are if you can't deliver on time its pointless
• Ethical Fashion-The Government makes it hard for kenyan designers to venture into ethical fashion but for foreigners they make it easy for them to venture into ethical fashion.Ethical Fashion projects should be audited.

Opportunity

• Highly Skilled labour within and outside our country can be used in production
• Kenya is recognised as an ethical fashion hub as international designers i.e Vivienne Westwood come to kenya to get certain products for their collections.
• Ethical Fashion 
• I.T Sector-they can come up with technology that can be used in production houses

Threats

• Lack of technology
• Mtumba Clothes
• Cheap Imports from China
• Chain stores e.g Mr Price,Woolworths
• Lack of raw Materials for production
• Ethical Fashion

 These are just among the many points that were  discussed during the meet up,as you can see its really insightful and very educative.Next week we'll be finishing up on the same topic and i will make a point on sharing the same with you all on the blog.If fashion is your forte  make a point of joining us on the next meeting.

Feel free to leave your comments/questions on what you think about the fashion focus group meeting and  i will be glad to help you.

Thanks for stopping by

xoxoxox

Vonette!

Outfit Post:Turtle neck sweater & Distressed Denim jeans

So i finally got an awesome photographer George Mo to work with on the blog and am beyond happy because so far am loving his work.Thats the news i have been longing to tell you guys,i reached a point on my blogging journey where i realised i can't be a jack of all trades like taking photos,editing them,posing and also posting on the blog thats was way too much for me,with George there for the photography part i can concentrate on fashion,fashion n more fashion.
 On Saturday the weather wasn't so good in the morning when i was leaving the house it was cold and a bit rainy so i wore a red turtle neck sweater, denim distressed jeans and colour blocked wedges.

I avoided putting on a jacket by all means because the weather in Nairobi can change anytime and i was lucky because by the time i was having the photos taken it was warming up and yes i wasn't feeling comfy in that turtle neck sweater anymore as it was getting hot.

Lately i have this crazy obsession with scarves i heart them,the beauty of scarves is that you can wear them anytime regardless of the weather and it also be used as an accessory to any outfit!

You can never go wrong with an african beaded bangle as an accessory,i bought this arm candy from a friend sometime last year she was showcasing her accessories at the creatives garage exhibition and the moment i saw it i fell in love.

The checkered brown sling bag i bought it at some random shop at the bus station area in town i think it was kshs 250 i heart it because its durable and  i have had it for like 2 years yet its still in perfect condition.

Am not a fan of those big hoop earings and besides i think the shape of my face is not suitable for big earings i tend to prefer medium hoop ones,this particular ones i have on, i bought them at Super cosmetics shop along queens way,they are gold in colour with a hint of grey.

 Outfit Details
Distressed Denim Jeans-Jamia Mall
Red Turtle Neck-Gikomba market
Colourblocked wedges-Backyard shoes
Brown Sling bag-Random shop at Bus station
Beaded bangle-bought it from a friend
Blue Scarf-Flo Essentials

Photos courtesy of George Mo Photography

Thanks for stopping by,enjoy the rest of your week lovies!

xoxoxox

Vonette!

3 year Blogoversary!!!

I can't believe its actually been three years since i started blogging.It's been a journey and half and there is no way i would let this month pass without me mentioning it because its quite an achievement for me.

I started blogging in February 2011,back then all i knew was that i loved fashion so i would like just type a few sentences and add so many photos to make up a blog post and since i was so shy i only mentioned to a few of my friends that i had a blog....funny thing is i never even wanted to show my face on the blog so in 2011 there was no outfit post maybe just one.
In 2012 i came out of my "cacoon"so to speak and i actually started posting outfits on the blog and i even went ahead and opened a fan page for my blog on facebook (feel free to like it).I never really wanted so many people to know that i blog i was so shy and i was afraid of being judged.One thing i also learn't about being a blogger is that there is no way you can escape attention especially if you are  a fashion blogger.

Sometimes people stare at me in the streets because they see my face on the blog and when they meet me in person they are like i have seen you somewhere you look familiar...i always smile and tell them about my blog.

Some of the challenges i have experienced in fashion blogging is taking photos...sometimes it can be quite tough getting a good location to take photos leave alone people staring at you and wondering if you are model or what the hell is going on...i have learn't to be brave enough and take pics without caring what people think of me whether they are staring i really don't care i just do my thing.

I have to say 2013 was the peak of my fashion blogging career as i got to do a lot.....like attending most fashion events and taking  pics to post on the blog.I Also got to partner with different companies which was  a plus for me. I was so happy when  i started earning through blogging,all i can say is hard work and consistency which ain't easy in the blogging world is what got me here.

Getting invited to events is always an honour and when i got invited to the absolute fashion event i was really happy this  shows how much my blog is getting recognition. I really had a good time at the event as i got to network with various people in the fashion industries like Annabel and Ann Mcreath among others.

Fashion blogging for the last 3 years has been such an amazing journey for me full of ups and downs the best part about it is that i keep on learning and growing more and more.Am hoping  for the best this year.

So far I have written 137 posts  and my blog page views is currently at 60,066 and my face book like page is currently at 1,711 and on blogger i have 39 followers.May seem little to someone else but to me this is an achievement i intend to work hard as fashion is my passion am thankful to all of you who always read my blog and comment all that means a lot to me.

Before i leave though,i want to update you on my hair journey like i promised on my last post.I went and had my hair braided...i really love this braids..soft dreads by angel they are really funky,you would think its a weave but its actually braids.

Have an amazing week!Thanks for checking out my blog

xoxoxox

Vonette!