When gospel singer and pastor Size 8 stepped out for the Next Super Star talent show launch, she likely expected to turn heads – but not quite in the way things unfolded online.
The event, which brought together top creatives including Motif Di Don and King Kaka, was buzzing with excitement. However, it wasn’t just the music or the new talents that had people talking — it was Size 8’s dramatic black outfit.
Her dress featured oversized shoulder pads and a billowing, layered lower half draped in a shiny mesh-like fabric. While some applauded her for taking a fashion risk, others didn’t hold back. Kenyans flooded social media with reactions, some asking pointedly, “Fundi ni nani?” (Who was the tailor?)
The criticism ranged from playful teasing to genuine fashion concern, with some comparing the silhouette to old-school theatre costumes. Others felt the outfit took attention away from the purpose of the event — spotlighting young talent in Kenya’s entertainment scene.
Still, there were fans who defended the look, arguing that bold fashion is part of the industry, especially at a major show launch. “She dared to be different,” one commenter said. “That’s what entertainment is about.”
Was it a hit or a miss? That depends on who you ask. But one thing is certain — Size 8 got people talking, and in the fast-moving world of showbiz, that’s half the battle.
By tuko