Questions:
Are the shirts one of a kind?
Yes, each shirt is a unique creation. We look hard to find second hand fabrics we can use to create our new creations. This process means that there is usually only enough fabric to make one shirt - we like it this way!.
Yes, each shirt is a unique creation. We look hard to find second hand fabrics we can use to create our new creations. This process means that there is usually only enough fabric to make one shirt - we like it this way!.
The shirts cost $75cad - thats alot - what are you doing with the money?
Our tailors have set their own prices and we try to ensure that people involved in the process are happy. We hire people to help name the shirts, create exclusive music (mp3s) to go with the shirts (coming soon) and will continue to find ways in which more people can be financially involved in the process. Also, our costs for shipping from Africa is a bit on the high side.
Our tailors have set their own prices and we try to ensure that people involved in the process are happy. We hire people to help name the shirts, create exclusive music (mp3s) to go with the shirts (coming soon) and will continue to find ways in which more people can be financially involved in the process. Also, our costs for shipping from Africa is a bit on the high side.
Are you connected to a charity project like building schools or feeding children?
Yes. A portion of the proceeds goes directly to a lunch feeding program for school children in our neighbourhood of Rongai video link to some clips. Also, we have plans to establish a business and/or training school in the area to support entrepreneurs and upcoming tailors.
Yes. A portion of the proceeds goes directly to a lunch feeding program for school children in our neighbourhood of Rongai video link to some clips. Also, we have plans to establish a business and/or training school in the area to support entrepreneurs and upcoming tailors.
How do I order a shirt?
Click the "add to cart" button beside the shirt. You will be taken to a paypal page where you can pay using a credit card or your paypal account - this is the only payment method available at the moment.
Click the "add to cart" button beside the shirt. You will be taken to a paypal page where you can pay using a credit card or your paypal account - this is the only payment method available at the moment.
How much does shipping usually cost?
Approx $15cad anywhere in Canada. For additional shirts add 5$ for each shirt ($20 for two, $25 for three etc). Rates to USA and other countries are a bit more.
Approx $15cad anywhere in Canada. For additional shirts add 5$ for each shirt ($20 for two, $25 for three etc). Rates to USA and other countries are a bit more.
If I'm not happy with my shirt, can I return it for a refund?
Yes - there is a 100% guarantee. If you are not happy with your shirt, send it to us within 30 days and we will refund you or send you a replacement.
Yes - there is a 100% guarantee. If you are not happy with your shirt, send it to us within 30 days and we will refund you or send you a replacement.
Is there a ladies line?
We have an awesome cowgirl dress coming down the pipelines - first thing in 2009. Its going to be amazing - designed to be worn over jeans (or not ;).
update: We completed twelve prototype cowgirl dresses and held a participatory peer review with our lady friends in Nairobi (see the photos here). Sadly, we discovered that expanding to a cowgirl dress is beyond the scope of whats possible for us at the moment. We had to make a difficult decision and shelve the idea - for now. We hope in the future we can return to this great idea. Stay tuned
We have an awesome cowgirl dress coming down the pipelines - first thing in 2009. Its going to be amazing - designed to be worn over jeans (or not ;).
update: We completed twelve prototype cowgirl dresses and held a participatory peer review with our lady friends in Nairobi (see the photos here). Sadly, we discovered that expanding to a cowgirl dress is beyond the scope of whats possible for us at the moment. We had to make a difficult decision and shelve the idea - for now. We hope in the future we can return to this great idea. Stay tuned
Where are the shirts? Are you shipping from Africa?
The shirts are in Vancouver, Canada and will be shipped from there using Canadapost.
The shirts are in Vancouver, Canada and will be shipped from there using Canadapost.
Do you ship to [your country here] ?
Yes, we are flexible and can send you your shirt pretty much anywhere you want us to (it just may cost a bit more).
Yes, we are flexible and can send you your shirt pretty much anywhere you want us to (it just may cost a bit more).
I see African models wearing the shirts, are they just for Africans?
The Kenyan Cowboy is for everyone! It just happens that this first model shoot we did at Olepolos, Kenya was an all Kenyan cast! Here is a pic of me in one of my shirts or watch the fashion show video for diversity.
The Kenyan Cowboy is for everyone! It just happens that this first model shoot we did at Olepolos, Kenya was an all Kenyan cast! Here is a pic of me in one of my shirts or watch the fashion show video for diversity.
Are all the shirts the same style?
Yes - the Kenyan Cowboy is cut after a classic 1970s Stetson shirt. The style and cut of each shirt is the same and only the size, color, fabric and patterns of the patches differ. Check your sizes
Yes - the Kenyan Cowboy is cut after a classic 1970s Stetson shirt. The style and cut of each shirt is the same and only the size, color, fabric and patterns of the patches differ. Check your sizes
I want to know my size
While browsing each shirt, the size in inches are listed. The shirts fit slim. Get a measuring tape and test
While browsing each shirt, the size in inches are listed. The shirts fit slim. Get a measuring tape and test
Can I get a certain shirt in a certain size?
Each Kenyan Cowboy shirt, with the exception of a few, are one of a kind creations. So the short answer is no. Be the only one to have your shirt!
Each Kenyan Cowboy shirt, with the exception of a few, are one of a kind creations. So the short answer is no. Be the only one to have your shirt!