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This week we celebrate International Women’s Day which falls on March 8. “Be Bold For Change” is the campaign theme this year.
This is the perfect time to reflect on progress made towards achieving women's rights and to celebrate acts of courage and determination by women who have played an extraordinary role in the history of their countries and communities.
Here are four personalities personifying women that have made an impact in their lives:
PHOTOGRAPHER: Phocus Photography
MODELS: Mwalimu Rachel, Mayonde, Adelle Onyango and Muthoni Drummer Queen
Mwalimu Rachel as Wangari Maathai
A strong brave woman who showed us how to care for our environment through the Greenbelt Movement. A vocal spokesperson for Mother Nature, her style was simple yet distinct.
Tie a headscarf today in memory of our fallen hero. Off the shoulder top and headscarf: Nato Designs
Adelle Onyango as Nhlanhla Nciza
The mega star from the award-winning group duo Ma?kizolo is all about music and fashion.
Her signature vintage style is seen in her love of bold colours.
Black and white print dress: Jamil Walji
Red Belt: Missis Styles Black Tulle Skirt: Nato Designs
Muthoni Drummer Queen as Queen of Sheba
A somewhat nebulous ?gure, the Queen of Sheba, Ethiopians believe her, to be the mother of their ?rst Emperor, Menilek I, and the ultimate maternal ancestor of the dominant Ethiopian royal dynasty. Look ever so regal in a feathered headpiece and jewels .
Feathered head piece and metallic cuffs: Jamil Walji Jewel neckpieces: Mansi collection Bracelets and rings: Cobe Nairobi Brown and beige dress: Nato Designs
Mayonde as Miriam Makeba
Nicknamed Mama Africa, was a South African singer, actor, UN goodwill ambassador, and civil rights activist. Her voice stirred hopes of freedom for millions around Africa with music that was banned in her home country. Her style was as strong as her voice. Always keeping it elegantly simple like in this cape. Red Isicholo: Stylist's own. White and kintenge cape: Nato Designs Bracelets, rings and necklace: Cobe Nairobi Red Dress: Stylist's own
STOCKISTS: 1. Nato Design House, Hurlingham, Nairobi, e-mail; [email protected], WEB; www.natodesignhouse.com
2. Jamil Walji Couture, FB: Jamil Walji Couture, e-mail: [email protected], Web: www.jamilwalji.com
3. Cobe Nairobi, e-mail: [email protected] , Facebook: Co-be Nairobi, Instagram: @cobe_nairobi
4. Mansi Collections, Opposite Chandarana Supermarket, Diamond Plaza, 4th Parklands Avenue, Parklands, Nairobi
5. Missis Styles Luxury Fashions, Jamia Shopping Mall, Shop G59, Nairobi
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