This Is What It Means To Spend Two Hours With Quiin Abenakyo, Miss World Africa

It’s an extraordinary day when you meet with Miss World Africa. It’s a special one when you get to spend over two hours with her. This is exactly what happened this afternoon when I bumped into the beauty queen as she was doing fittings for a photo shoot at HarrioHouse African Print Fashion House  in Ntinda (opposite Stanbic Bank).

Before I could jump in to have a chat, I asked for a selfie opportunity which she gave me without thinking. Basically we spent the afternoon taking photos, laughing and trying out dresses. Here are few excerpts from our chat where she talks fashion, beauty and her celebrity crushes.

Her favourite song right now

Obubadi – John Blaq

Her special talent

I love to cook. It’s something I do for therapy. My favourite dish is Matooke and Ground nut paste.

On meeting the president after winning the Miss World Africa crown

It was a dream come true. It’s every Ugandan’s dream to meet the president. I was elated to meet him.

Her favourite thing about being Miss World Africa

I travel a lot. I also get to inspire other young ladies.

Her celebrity crush

Lewis Hamilton and Neymar.

Her favourite label

I love Calvin Klein. They have that classic elegance that resonates with my personal style. Other than that, I’m not really into labels. I love comfort and elegance. Makeup, I can swear by all Mac makeup products. My favourite perfume is called ‘Opium’,

Where she buys clothes from…
I get my clothes from lots of places. Whenever I’m on my travels, I usually do some shopping. I also love Ugandan brands. I have pieces from everyone from Fatumah Asha, Tina Brad, Harrio Fashion House to Glitz by Nalu and many more.

The most expensive thing in her wardrobe
A Gucci bag

Her favourite colour is

Red

Her beauty secret is
Keeping hydrated and taking makeup off before I go to bed.

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And a few selfies

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