Nairobi has always been on top of its game when it comes to adopting fashion trends. The most recent trend picking up fast among Millennial Nairobians is the beret. From the ever vibrant Nairobi nightlife scene to the dynamic street style, it is hard to miss it. For people like top fashion stylist BrianBabu, the beret has become an everyday fashion accessory.
The history of the beret dates back to ancient Greece where it was then worn by French resistance fighters during the Second World War. It was later adopted by revolutionary figures like Che Guevara and the Black Panther Party who made it a symbol of black power during the height of the American civil rights movement. Singer Beyonce paid tribute to the look when her dancers donned the hat during her 2016 Super Bowl half-time show.
Since then, the beret has become a fashion mainstay. There is no limit to the number of ways people can style it as proven by the legion of young Kenyans who have co-opted the look and given it their own creative spin. Here’s a look at the some of the finest berets looks spotted around Nairobi:
Creativity brought to life as you add a touch of your own genius on the beret.
That’s it for the beret story, it seems like a fashion trend that is going to continue for the forseable future.
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