The last two months have left Kenyans reeling from the icy cold typically experienced in the months of June and July. But this time, the chilly weather has extended to August, leaving many looking hopefully at the sky for signs of the elusive, much-needed sun.
It has been a period where fashion has been tested to its limits, considering the East African region does not experience winter. Local fashionistas thrive in the usually warm and humid weather for a large chunk of the year-round, and often do not prioritise growing their “winter closets.”