In this episode of Raw Fashion, we explore how fashion goes beyond style to become a powerful tool for protest and self-expression. From streetwear and thrift culture to historical movements that used clothing to challenge authority, this conversation unpacks how what we wear can question systems, reclaim identity, and speak truth without saying a word.

This episode of Raw Fashion takes a deep dive into the history of mtumba in Kenya and how second-hand clothing transformed the local fashion industry. From its introduction through global trade to its impact on Kenyan textile companies like Rivertex, we unpack how affordability, policy, and globalization reshaped production, employment, and style. The episode opens with a cultural touch — learning Japanese words for everyday clothing — before connecting global fashion systems to Kenya’s past, present, and future.

Clothing speaks before we do. In this episode of Raw Fashion, we explore fashion as a form of power — how what we wear shapes perception, signals status, and influences how we are treated in society. From streetwear and uniforms to luxury labels and cultural expression, this conversation unpacks the silent language of fashion and how power is shifting in the modern world. This episode dives into identity, authority, rebellion, and what the future of fashion power looks like.

A new year brings a new direction. In this episode, I reset Raw Fashion and share why this year’s conversations will go deeper than before. We move beyond trends to explore fashion as identity, culture, money, and the future — with more honesty, reflection, and real stories. This episode sets the tone for what Raw Fashion stands for now and what listeners can expect in the year ahead.

This episode marks the final chapter of Raw Fashion for the year. We look back at the conversations that shaped the podcast — from personal style, African fashion, streetwear, sustainability, fashion business, technology, and creativity. More than trends, this episode reflects on growth, lessons learned, and the future of fashion as culture, identity, and expression. As the year ends, Raw Fashion closes with clarity, gratitude, and vision for what’s next.

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From a simple idea to a powerful runway moment — fashion is more than what we see. In this episode of Raw Fashion, we take you behind the scenes of how fashion ideas are born, sketched, patterned, stitched, produced, and finally worn. Discover the creative process, the technical work, the business side, and the hidden struggles designers face before the clothes reach your wardrobe. If you've ever wondered how fashion really works, this episode is for you.

AI isn’t just in your phone — it’s now in your closet. In this episode, we break down the world of AI-driven styling tools, digital fashion, and how tech solutions are making fashion more sustainable, accessible, and personalized. From fast fashion to luxury brands, we look at how AI is reshaping the industry.

In this episode, I unpack the messy, chaotic, and surprisingly powerful connection between Black Friday and the fashion industry. From clearance sales that secretly reset the trend cycle to the way brands push impulse buying with flashy discounts, this episode looks at how one shopping day influences what we wear, how we shop, and why fashion businesses depend on it. I also break down how Black Friday affects local fashion brands, thrift sellers, and designers here in Kenya. If you’ve ever wondered why the fashion world goes wild every November, here’s the full story.