1. Fawwie Sol
This Kenyan-Somali fits the definition of a fashion icon. If you ask me, she seriously has what it takes to be the cover of Vogue. She is a make-up artist with a make-up vlog on YouTube (Fawwie for You) where she posts various tutorials for differing looks. It's quite evident that she has a taste for the finer things in life. Her wardrobe includes everything from Gucci sneakers and eye wear, to Chanel bags, Christian Louboutin heels and cute Fendi doll shoes. If you have an extra buck to spare, then you can peruse her Instagram page (@fawwie_for_you) for a little inspiration.
      2. Franklin Saiyalel
This trendy gentleman who is better known as Kenyan Stylista is a menswear blogger with his very own line of made-to-measure suits. He has also worked closely with local fashion design house Kiko Romeo. In his website (www.kenyanstylista.com), he informs his readers all about the latest fashion trends and what he considers to be "fads". It's an all-rounded blog because he features head-to-toe fashion advice that is quite useful to men who are grey in the area of fashion.
     3. Althea Wamiru
Althea is a fashion enthusiast and fashion blogger with sophisticated style, currently based in California. You can spot her in trendy wide-legged pants, 24-inch weaves and trendy off-shoulder tops. Class and sass is all that she oozes on her Instagram (@altheawamiru). Her closet comprises clothes from River Island, Misguided, Asos Mules to name but a few and though those stores are not in Kenya, if you see anything you love on Althea's page, you can now order via Mall for Africa (www.mallforafrica.com) - yippee!
     4.Jocelyn Heidy
Jocelyn is a stunning fashion blogger with exquisite taste. Her style is mostly a depiction of the current trends in Nairobi: sift dresses, jumpsuits, bandage dresses and much more. She posts her looks on her blog www.jocelynheidy.com and shops mostly from Instagram stores like (@dress_to_slay). Her look is mainly appealing to the youth, particularly the petite ones. It helps a lot that she mentions where she gets each of her outfits whenever she posts wearing one of her fabulous casual, dinner or sexy looks.
    5. Tony Ngige
Tony is a young menswear blogger whose prime focus is elegance. He primarily blogs on slim fit suits for men: www.kingslimfit.com. He also has posts that focus on brands that deal in male hoodies. He is a true millennial who is ambitious and goes for every opportunity that comes knocking on his door. He is slowly growing into a fashionable force to be reckoned with.
    6. Tanasha Oketch
Tanasha is a commercial model, digital influencer and ultimate fashion queen. Her style is a perfect inspiration for trendy millennials. She shows how a simple pair of skinny jeans can be rocked. She keeps her fans on their toes with her ever-changing looks - natural hair, weaved hair, and braids which she always matches perfectly with a full beat face. She's been able to score many modelling gigs as well as use her social media influence to rake in some pretty decent change. Mind you, at 21, she's still super young!
     7. Tracy Wanjiru
The beautiful presenter often excites her TV fans with jaw-dropping outfits. She has a knack for turning a simple casual look into an over-the-top glam look by simply swapping a few minute details in her outfit. She never shies away from daring fashion trends like cut-out jumpsuits. Her style is best described as trendy and you will find her rocking cold-shoulder dresses, bandage dresses, chiffon choker tops and low cut body suits.
      8. Fred Anyona
Fred is a lifestyle content creator and brand consultant who has worked in collaboration with multiple local designers like Roma Designs Africa and has also styled the dynamic duo Sharon Kith and Katiti Kiteta for multiple episodes of their YouTube vlog - ItsKatitiandKith. He is a true creative and scrolling through his Instagram (@byfredanyona) is bound to ignite your fashion sense. His blog www.soyoulikefashion.com features fashionable individuals both locally and internationally. His style ranges from elegant (suits) to casual (bomber jackets) to a touch of African print.
       9.Anita Nderu
The former Teen Republik TV host and now radio presenter has an elaborate sense of fashion. She definitely knows how to make a statement. Who can forget the glamorous gown she wore at the Kenya Fashion Awards launch? She wears custom pieces from African designers such as Sewe Kenya, Ogake Mosomi and designs from the Muse Factory in Nigeria. She's also an avid shoe collector and she often shows off her enviable collection on her Instagram - (@anitanderu).
    10. Grace Msalame
This curvy belle rocks classy chic looks like none other. You can see her clad in body con pieces from Vivo Active Wear, perfectly tailored kitenge blazers and maxi skirts as well as fashionable cover-ups. She also likes to switch up her hair look: she can rock short dyed hair one minute, then lengthy weaves the next. This mother of twins is a fashion inspiration to all mummy's looking to get fashionable for all occasions.

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