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The Shoemakers & Bootmakers in Nairobi Issue

ORBISSHOEMAKERS & BOOTMAKERS IN NAIROBI
6 shops in the atlas.
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Shoemakers & Bootmakers in Nairobi

6 stores · curated ORBIS register

Lavington, Nairobi

Berltoni, on the 4th floor of Chandarana Building at Lavington Mall, Nairobi, sells clothing, footwear and accessories of African origin for men and plus-size women, through a fashion division with over 10 years of experience. The company also runs interiors, homes and real estate divisions, including a boarding facility for students aged 3 to 21.

Best for African-origin clothing and footwear

Nairobi

Ichyulu, established in 2016 in Nairobi, is a concept store selling curated clothing, jewelry, accessories, bags, shoes and homewares from more than 40 African fashion and design brands across Kenya, Ghana, Rwanda, South Africa and Tanzania. Its name derives from Kenya's Chyulu Hills, meaning "Spotted Hills."

Best for Curated african designer fashion

JKIA, Nairobi

Ikwetta sells handcrafted-in-Kenya shoes, sandals, bags, wallets, belts and pouches, plus a Nuru Collection of apparel made from breathable double cheesecloth fabric. Products are priced from $27.50 to $82.92, including the Trinity Bag at $77.84 and the Cairo Jumpsuit at $82.92.

Best for Handcrafted kenyan leather bags and shoes

Moi Avenue, Nairobi

Kioo Ngozi Leather, at Mithoo Business Center on Moi Avenue, sells belts, bags, shoes, wallets and signature leather watches made from full-grain pure leather and handmade in Kenya, delivering within 24-48 hours across Kenya. The brand has been featured on Citizen TV's Made in Kenya segment and Ramogi TV.

Best for Full-grain leather belts and bags

Nairobi

Kitu Kali sells African-inspired print clothing, footwear and accessories for babies through adults made in Kenya, with stores across Nairobi (five locations), Nyali City Mall in Mombasa and Cedar Mall in Nanyuki. It offers free exchanges within 14 days and holds a 4.9/5 rating from 1,594 reviews.

Best for African print streetwear

Nairobi

Molivian Wear sells clothing, bags, shoes, fashion jewelry and personal care items including shampoos and soaps, under the tagline "Authentic Kenyan Made Fashion," with dresses priced between KSh4,200 and KSh6,300. It accepts card and M-Pesa payment and offers local deliveries.

Best for Kenyan-made womenswear