Decoding The Style of Anita, Shiro, and Lisa;
Forget the Kardashians. Some of the most inspiring style moments are happening right on our Instagram feeds. Meet Anita, Shiro, and Lisa, three Kenyan sisters redefining personal style, one perfectly curated post at a time.
Anita is the brains behind Siri Studio, a made-in-Kenya clothing brand that focuses on bringing to life everyday wardrobe staples for women. She has cultivated her own personal style through the perfectly tailored pieces readily available at her Siri Studio shop.
Shiro embodies a generation of Nairobi girls with good taste and the means to express it. She has a keen eye for high street fashion, loves supporting Kenyan brands, and curates outfits that reach the level of an “IT Pinterest Girl.”
Lisa humbles every thrifting enthusiast. Many Nairobi thrifting “girlies” aspire to reach Lisa’s level of connection with camera mtumba (camera ready thrift finds). She also recently launched her clothing brand, Luxe Staples. I’m yet to spot Lisa in a less-than-stellar outfit.
Across their feeds, the most consistent three words to describe their style are Modern, Chic, and Comfortable. This extends to their hair choices, nail polish, and accessories, which are seamlessly integrated and enhance their overall looks. The easiest, yet often overlooked, style hack that these women have mastered individually is knowing what works for them – from their preferred bags to footwear. Shiro favors heels, while Anita is drawn to a good pair of sneakers. And these sisters are SAMBA GIRLIES!!! IYKYK 🤌🏽
Let’s delve into their styles, uncover their style secrets, and show you how to apply their ‘hacks’ to your wardrobe.
Monochrome Magic
A common theme among the three sisters is the effortless monochromatic outfits. Their looks always project “I didn’t stress putting this together” vibe. Choosing colors that you naturally gravitate toward, that complement your skin tone, and are easy to coordinate is a hack that we style newbies can steal from them.
Tailored to Perfection
I’m yet to encounter women who have mastered the art of tailored trousers quite like these three. Every pair they wear fits impeccably. From formal pants to jeans, it’s always a “snatched” fit. This underscores the importance of having a skilled fundi (tailor) who has your measurements and understands how to flatter your body type.
Beyond trousers, these sisters are also queens of feminine pieces. Shiro and Lisa know how to dress up and down in a beautiful slip dress. And they rewear and restyle the same dress multiple times – I’m always in love with outfit repeaters! Remember the maxi denim skirt trend? Anita has the figure for them and knows how to make the trend feel timeless.
Quality Over Quantity
From time to time, you’ll see Shiro hosting sales for pieces she bought on a whim, lol. But one thing’s for sure, she always prioritizes quality in her purchases. I’ve personally learned from the sisters the importance of investing in quality basics – pieces that can be worn repeatedly for different events and occasions, easily dressed up or down. Whether it’s a shoe, pants, dress, or jacket.
Also, what’s the point of having a closet overflowing with clothes when you always feel like you have nothing to wear? It’s 2025, my girlies! We deserve to wear our clothes, feel comfortable, and be happy in those pieces.
Body Confidence
One thing I admire about the sisters is the confidence they exude with their curves. They enjoy a sweet treat but balance it with time at the gym. They don’t hide their curves; instead, they use clothing to highlight their God-given features.
They have mastered what pieces work best for their body types. They even have similar items in their wardrobes, which is understandable since they often shop at similar stores.
Accessorizing with Intention
With these sisters, you learn that simplicity is the ultimate sophistication. They share a love for a classic red manicure, a taste they inherited from their mother. Anita has a well-curated collection of colorful designer handbags (I’m always admiring her petite handbags). From Shiro, you learn about high street handbag brands, and corporate babes can discover talented Kenyan artisans crafting quality leather handbags for everyday office use. And for shoe lovers, Lisa always has an affordable pair. Through her tags, I’ve discovered hidden gem shoe shops with quality and affordable heels and sandals.
Perfume
And what’s the use of having personal style without a well-curated perfume collection? You don’t need a hundred bottles, but knowing what scent profiles work best with your skin chemistry will save you the hassle.
Anita loves vanilla scents. She often shares her perfume collection on her Instagram stories, which is how I discovered Mancera Roses Vanille. She has a great nose for fragrance! Shiro, on the other hand, loves clean scents, especially those from Jo Malone. Both Anita and Shiro know how to splurge on an expensive niche perfume. Lisa, though, prefers rose, woody, and vanilla scents; a bottle of Giorgio Armani Si might just put you in her good graces.