Ikeno Clothing, the emerging consious fashion revolution in Lamu, Kenya.

 

IKENO CLOTHING

I feel very fortunate and lucky to have grown up in Shella, it has shaped me into who I am today, and continually growing, learning and getting inspired from this magical island. Thankful to my incredible mama who moved to Shella when I was 4 and my sister was 2, and raised us here. We have friends that have become family, and will always be- and for that I am eternally grateful and blessed. 

 

Jemima (behind), Sandy (center, their mother) , Roby (front) in Lamu, Kenya (2002)

 

I have started a menswear brand called IKENO, which is only a year old- a selection of fabrics hand loomed and block printed in India, our garments are designed and made with a small team on the Island of Lamu. Every aspect of Ikeno is easily inspired by the neutral tones, textures and architecture of Lamu, creating a menswear collection that is suited to the equatorial heat and classic simplicity of the island.

 

Ikeno handloomed and block printed in India.

Ikeno blue striped classic hand-loomed cotton shirt

 

 

In Lamu, unlike many other places everyone is family. I have a very large family here on the Island and that is what is so special about this place that I am fortunate enough to call home.

 

There are lots of exciting new and old projects happening in Lamu at the moment to discover. There seems to be a great dynamic energy in Lamu and a movement of creative and talented people creating amazing projects and ideas for the future, which is very exciting. 

 

Ikeno Cream shirts

Ikeno handloomed Itak shirt

                                                   

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Before I forget! Did I mentioned the Ikeno Clothing website will be ready SOON for worldwide shipping...

Tuonane badae!

 

 

October Postcard,

Jemima Bornman

Owner & CEO,

Ikeno Clothing