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Dear Kenyan men, bulging, tattered wallets are a turn-off

When the bill came, he pulled out a wallet so old and tattered, I can bet my left kidney that nobody would pick it if he dropped it on the street

I am a sucker for men who look modern, fresh and professional. It is true that the road to success starts with a sleek suit. I am happy to note that Kenyan men are looking more dapper than ever because the number of those taking an interest in their appearance is increasing exponentially.

They are finally wrapping their heads around the fact that what a man chooses to wear reflects his esteem. However, just like the way the wrong pair of heels or the wrong hairdo can destroy the entire outfit for a woman, there is one aspect of a man’s appearance that can bring the whole chic and polished look crumbling down: his wallet.

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