Billionaire Fashion Brunch Celebrates 5th Edition as Kenya's Premier Beach Fashion Event

Billionaire Resort and Retreat in Malindi, held the 5th edition of the Billionaire Fashion Brunch, which took place on the 14th of July, 2024, at the luxurious resort. This event is Kenya's most spectacular beach fashion brunch, drawing both local and international tourists to the stunning Malindi coastline. Now in its fifth edition, the Brunch has established itself as a raffiné platform for showcasing Africa's vibrant fashion scene. The event has grown from a small gathering to a major cultural event attracting international attention.

Photo: Belinda Smetana and Aulgah Nato grace the Brunch

The Billionaire Fashion Brunch, is committed to promoting local sustainable brands and bridging the gap between the local community and high-end tourists. The event organizer, Ms. Belinda Smetana, Head of Marketing and PR for Babylon Hospitality and also the creator of Eco Fashion Week Africa , brought the Billionaire Fashion Brunch to life to forge an interactive platform where ethical African brands can be celebrated and discovered by affluent tourists from around the world. This event exemplifies a dedication to showcasing sustainability, quality, and the vibrant spirit of Africa through its unique and immersive experiences.

The event attendees experienced an enchanting blend of fashion, gastronomy, and cultural exchange against the backdrop of Malindi's beach scenery. The brunch featured an exquisite immersive culinary experience, prepared by culinary team of the Billionaire Resort Hotel, alongside a stunning showcase of fashion collections from some of Africa’s most innovative designers, which included ADONS Sensation, Ajabu Beads, Noortribe, Shop Nato, Nas Fashion, Tamalaki Africa, Bella Boutique, Waridi Eyewear, Iko Friendly, and Adeshi.

Photo: Models dazzle in the luxury swimwear collection designed by NoorTribe     

While at the event, Ms. Smetana highlighted that the Brunch has evolved into a cornerstone of diversity in African fashion, “Over the years, the Billionaire Fashion Brunch has evolved into a cornerstone event that not only showcases the diversity and creativity of African fashion but also fosters meaningful connections between diverse communities. Each edition introduces a curated selection of brands that embody sustainability, quality, and the vibrant spirit of Africa.”

The Billionaire Fashion has offered something exceptional for everyone, from fashion enthusiasts, supporters of ethical brands to someone looking for a unique experience as the guests were treated to an unforgettable day of style, elegance and networking.

Photo: Guests indulge in the exquisite brunch experience 

The Billionaire Fashion Brunch attracts tastemakers and design enthusiasts from across the continent thus becoming a coveted event.

This luxurious celebration offers a unique opportunity to discover the vibrant creativity and sustainable practices of Africa's most innovative designers. It also ensures that the Brunch remains a unique and immersive experience, setting a benchmark for luxury and cultural celebration in the East African coastline.

The event also marked the relaunch of the famous Billionaire Sunday Brunch which had been paused as usual during the rainy season and has now kicked off again in style with the Fashion Brunch event. The resort GM, Mr Luca de Marchis highlighted that “Our brunch has made a name for itself on the coast as the place to be on Sundays with our guests coming not only from Malindi but also from Watamu and Kilifi. We had all missed the energy of the brunch and we were blessed by fantastic weather on this relaunch event which we are extremely pleased with”.