torsdag den 19. november 2015

Shopping for clothing in Nanyuki


Mitumba Clothes Market
No matter what type of clothing you are looking for, you can almost certainly find it at Mitumba Market. The large second-hand market takes place every Wedneysday and Saturday.

Although all of the clothing is second-hand and some is not particularly good looking, with a bit of patience, it is still very possible to find some really nice, cheap clothes. The market also sells shoes, bags, belts and many other things.

Even if you're not all that interested in shopping for clothes, the market is still an interesting experience on its own. Heaps upon heaps of clothing lies on big tables all around the market place, and small stalls line some of the the brown dirt paths around the market. All around, the sellers are yelling out loudly, advertising the prices of their goods. Depending on the weather, the market is a busy place, both hectic and noisy, but it's definitely an experience you shouldn't miss out on if given the opportunity to go.

Mitumba market

Mitumba Market



Hellenanns Fashionhouse
If you have the time and the money, getting some clothes sewn at a tailor is a good idea.
This tailor shop is located in a colorful building advertising vegetable cooking oil, and it takes about two weeks to get your clothing sewn, depending on how busy the tailor is at the moment.

Usually, you should bring your own fabric. When you order your clothes, the tailor will take your measurements, which takes about ten minutes, and afterwards, you decide on a price and when to pick up your clothes. It is also a good idea to agree on a time to visit the shop when the clothes are almost done, so you can try it on and possibly request some changes.

Another good advice is to bring a piece of your own clothing to use as a template, if you wish to duplicate something you already own.


The front of Hellenanns Fashionhouse

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