Halima Namakula dazzles in hot pink Naysa Bespoke look

Over the weekend, legendary Ugandan artiste Halima Namakula captivated the crowd at her much-anticipated show held at the Kampala Serena Hotel, not only with her timeless music but also with a show-stopping outfit that had the city buzzing.

Draped in a hot pink fringe dress, Halima owned the stage with confidence and grace so much so that many assumed the outfit was imported from a global fashion house.

To the delight of Ugandan fashion lovers, it was later revealed that the dazzling dress was a custom piece from Naysa Bespoke, a brand led by celebrated designer **Lillian Kyabaki, a creative powerhouse known for her distinctive, statement-making designs. With this appearance, Halima joins a growing list of top Ugandan celebrities who entrust Lillian to dress them for their most iconic moments.

The *hot pink fringe dress, designed specifically for the performance, drew heavy inspiration from the 1920s flapper era, a time when fashion was about freedom, movement, and fearless femininity. It featured cascading layers of fringe that shimmered with every step and turn, creating a visual ripple effect that made even subtle movements magnetic and expressive.

"This dress was all about enabling Halima to own her presence," says designer Lillian Kyabaki. "The fringe enhances her every gesture, posture, and shimmy, giving the dress its signature sassy movement that mirrors her bold, spirited persona."

The fringes were a deliberate choice, they don’t just decorate; they amplify. With every sway and stride, they exaggerated the rhythm of Halima’s performance, turning each movement into a visual spectacle. It was a perfect embodiment of the performance’s mood: bold, joyful, and unapologetically feminine.

Adding to the drama were shimmering silver accents across the neckline and shoulders—details that echoed the Art Deco glamour of the Roaring Twenties. The vibrant hot pink hue, however, pushed the look into modern territory, creating a striking contrast between vintage inspiration and contemporary flair.

"This look is more than fashion. It’s storytelling. It’s confidence. It’s history reimagined for the now," the Naysa Bespoke team shared. "We wanted Halima to feel powerful, playful, and radiant—and she absolutely delivered."

As Halima Namakula continues to inspire across generations, her choice to spotlight Ugandan design talent on such a grand stage further cements her status not just as a music icon, but as a fashion muse and cultural trailblazer.

Naysa Bespoke is a luxury fashion brand founded by Lillian Kyabaki, specializing in custom statement pieces that blend timeless elegance with bold contemporary flair. With a growing clientele of celebrities and tastemakers, Naysa Bespoke is redefining Ugandan fashion on the local and global stage