Meet The Design Brands Showing At Kampala Fashion Week For The First Time 

The designer schedule of this year’s edition of Kampala Fashion Week is out, and we can’t describe how excited we are. Since its inception in 2014, the event has been bringing new and fresh labels, from Uganda and beyond, to our fold.  With its unwavering influence, evidenced partly through the immense press coverage it receives, there’s no doubt that Kampala Fashion Week is one of the most influential platforms for fashion designers in East Africa.

This year’s event is slated to hold this month from the 27th to 29th at Kampala Railway Station. Interesting to note, the show schedule features a ‘boxing match’ on day 2 at 21:00, we’re most definitely looking forward to it. Going back to the designers, the schedule features a number of up-and-coming fashion brands, which is always exciting. Some of these are completely new to us, while other are only making their KFW debut.

Read on to find out who they are.

Ogake Bridal 

Ogake Bridal is a distinct Kenyan brand creating masterfully tailored bridal couture using a combination of classic techniques and creative, contemporary styling.

They are showing on day 2 at 21:45.

Kiumbe Kulture 

Kiumbe is an accessories brand from Kenya that works with crystals, gemstones and fossils to create various forms of jewellery.

They are showing in collaboration with Gloria Wavamunno on day 3 at 20:30.

Guy Maza

Guy Maza, is a ready-to-wear womenswear brand based in Bujumbura, Burundi.

They are showing on day 3 at 20:45.

Margaux Wong

Margaux Wong is an accessories brand with an offering of jewellery, which they refer to as ‘wearable art’, made from 100% recyclable material. They are based in Bujumbura, Burundi.

They are showing on day 3 at 19:45.

ÉKÉTÉ

ÉKÉTÉ, which means basket in Igbo, is an accessories brand from Nigeria, which takes pride in its modern take on age-old traditional craftsmanship. Their basket bags are malleable, intricately woven into different forms, shapes, and sizes whilst possessing lasting staying power. They are showing on collaboration with Nina Mire on day 2 at 21:30.

Nina Mire’

Made in Uganda for the world, Nina Mire’ is a beachwear, swimwear and lingerie brand that’s popular for its hand-made crotchet bikini, monokini and accessories.

They are showing in collaboration with ÉKÉTÉ on day 2 at 21:30.

Beau Sapeur

Beau Sapeur makes beautiful 100% ethically handmade clothing in Uganda, for the world. They are based in Kampala and London.

They are showing on day 2 at 21:15.

IGC Fashion

IGC is a Ugandan community-based fashion label that makes urban African-inspired outfits; suits, office wear, costumes and accessories from recycled material.

They are showing on day 2 at 21:00.

Mosaic Fashion House

Based in Kampala, Mosaic Fashion House is popular for their high quality African print pieces available at Bold in Africa, Acacia Mall.

They are showing on day 2 at 20:30.

Kongo-Liro 

After being declared winner of the fourth edition of SEED show last year, Joanita Nakigudde returns to Kampala Fashion Week to present her first collection as a fully fledged designer. The fine artist is the creative director of Kongo-liro. Kongo Liro will open day 2 of fashion week at 20:30.

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