Awards: Launch Of The 7th Edition Annual Kenya Fashion Awards – Announcement Of Nominees

The annual 2022 Kenya Fashion Awards (KFA) Launch drew legions of fashion enthusiasts and creators to Nairobi.The event, which was well-attended by popular media personalities and Influencers, featured the unveiling of the 2022 nominees from 17 categories, as well as speeches from various industry leaders such as Dr. Ezekiel Mutua- CEO MCSK, Azziad Nasenya- TikTok Influencer, Carol Odero- Editor-in-chief CIAO Africa, Jamil Walji- Renowned Fashion Designer, Mr. Atman Ngau- Director of Kenya Fashion Awards, Miss Earth Somalia Safia Mohamed and many others.Designer of the Year, Stylist of the Year, Fashion Photographer of the Year, Make-up Artist of the Year, Male Model of the Year, Female Model of the Year, Brand of the Year, Jewel Designer, Wezesha Category, and Media Magazine of the Year were among the nominated and competing categories.The winners will be announced and awarded at the final red carpet gala event on NOVEMBER 5TH at THE HUB, KAREN.Designer of the Year 20221. Boguk2. Native Woman (@the_native_woman)3. Ikojn4. Nato5. NimzStylist of The Year 20221. Zafar2. Sally (@istyle.ke )3. Melisa Gold4. Diana Mwelesa (@uncommon_rebel)5. Sharon Otieno (@sharonotienostyles)Fashion Photographer of the Year 20221. Zafran Manji2. Keef3. Kuyoh4. Deco Abdi (@deco_abdi)5. Aggrey Ojiambo (@aggreyojiambo)Makeup Artist of the Year 20221. Lucy Musyoka2. Kytah Shah3. Stephanie Cherono (@stephaniecherono)4. Face Fab (@facefab_)5. Dennis Karuri (@_denniskaruri)Curvy Model (Plus Size) 20221. Evelyne Njeri2. Edith Wekesa3. Shamsa Sheila4. Kay Iradukunda (@misskay.iradukunda)5. Yvonne Obati (@yvonneobati)Male Model of the Year 20221. Lucas Ogutu2. Kenson Njagi (@kenson_kensito)3. Eddy Jewel4. Kirimi Thuranira (@kirimithuranira)5. Nelson MagangaFemale Model of the Year 2022This Award will be presented to an active Kenyan model who has contributed to the fashionindustry within the past year.1. Jean Ojiro (@jean_ojiro)2. Olive Sang3. Maryanne Wairimu4. Judy Kinuthia5. Fauzia HusseinBrand of the Year 20221. African Fabric and Designs Kenya (@africanfabricanddesignske)2. Style by Neomi (@stylebyneomi)3. Mambo Pambo4. Nato Fashion House5. IchyuluJewell Designer 20221. Epica Jewellery (@epicajewellery)2. Zanta Adeyde (@zanta_adeyde_)3. Ginene by Diro (@ginene_by_diro)4. Jiamini- Kenya5. Ambica ShahWezesha Category of the Year 20221. Soko2. Weaver Bird3. Made in the Village4. Spinners & Web5. RefusheMedia Magazine 20221. Eve Magazine2. The Star Weekend3. The Asian Weekly4. Sunday Magazine ( Nation)5. Nairobian6. People DailyCast your Vote Here: Kenya Fashion Awards 2022Voting Closes on 3rd of October 2022!Dr. Ezekiel Mutua, CEO of the MUSIC COPYRIGHT SOCIETY OF KENYA (MCSK), one of the event’s sponsoring partners, spoke at this year’s launch. He urged the creatives to work hard and smart in order to hone their craft and establish a name for themselves in the industry.Mutinda, a contemporary Kamba and Swahili song crooner, graced the occasion and serenaded the audience with his skillful guitar mastery.“Women in my country are constantly discouraged from participating in Fashion Week, and their voices are silenced.”My greatest wish is that through my journey, most Somali women will be encouraged to participate in the fashion industry, which offers countless opportunities to all.” Miss Earth Somalia Aisha MohamedYou can also watch a live stream of the launch and catwalk events on our Facebook page, Kenya Fashion Awards, and on our YouTube channel, Kenya Fashion Awards.Content Courtesy of Kenya Fashion Awards & NFHLike this:Like Loading…Related