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First Lady Rachel Ruto, Second Lady Dr Joyce Kindiki and Ida Odinga stepped out in their best outfits for the 62nd Madaraka Day celebrations

Rachel wore a stylish dress with Kenyan national flag colours and high heels, while Dr Joyce wore a lovely maroon lace dress and silver block heels

The three women posed for lovely snaps with their husbands, but according to a section of Kenyans, some didn't impress

Many advised them to change their stylists, opining that the current ones weren't doing them justice

Kenya's 62nd Madaraka Day celebrations were held at the Raila Odinga Stadium in Homa Bay county.

President William Ruto presided over the Madaraka Day event held at the Raila Odinga Stadium in Homa Bay. Photo: Rachel Ruto.

Source: Facebook

How did Rachel Ruto and Joyce Kindiki dress for Madaraka Day event?

The First Lady and Second Lady, Rachel Ruto and Joyce Kindiki, were accompanied by their husbands, President William Ruto and Deputy President Kithure Kindiki, during the June 1 event.

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The two couples were all smiles as they posed for photos at the historic event and were joined by Azimio la Umoja leader Raila Odinga and his wife, Ida Odinga.

Photos of the three powerful couples posing for photos before and after the event have gone viral, with many focusing on the women's fashion.

Rachel wore a stylish dress with Kenyan national flag colours, high heels and a black purse. Dr Joyce wore a lovely maroon lace dress, silver block heels and a blonde bob wig while Ida donned a matching purple kitenge skirt and top and blue open shoes. She accessorised her look with a silver necklace and matching earrings.

Below are the photos:

Who was best dressed between Rachel Ruto, Dr Joyce and Ida?

Netizens commented on the photos of the three ladies, and below is what they had to say about their fashion at the Madaraka Day event

Mitchel Khayisia:

"Fundi delivered."

Shem Ochieng:

"The mothers of our nation, Kenya. Much love ????."

Asumpta Mukoshi:

"First Lady, you should change your designer ????????."

Enock Onyuro:

"Dr Ida seems to be the First Lady."

Annabel Dorothy:

"Ida is the smartest."

Winnie Kanana:

"First Lady mwaaah...the Railas, stylish as usual. Kindiki's wife is a very beautiful lady. Great women."

Millicent Masakhwe:

"Ida always on point, and she is the oldest."

uHawa Toweett:

"Ukweli pesa haiwezi kutoa ... mama lda ako fitii as usual but hawa wawili wee mabibi wa wakuu hapana????????."

Enos Ayuya:

"Who is dressing our First Lady? Anafaa kuftwa kazi kisha ashikwe."

Millie Max

"Bibi ya ... amevaa mwavuli?.....nguo iko na rangi mia tano...amebant!"

Eliza Keaton Keaton:

"Ida Odinga very smart girl ????????."

Jackson Kariuki:

"Fashion competition."

Ruthy Dixon:

"Gosh! Someone tell her those heels ain't for such occasion or even official ????????????

Judy Kirui:

"Some wardrobe stylists need to be fired."

Suzie Nush:

"All well-dressed and very smart."

Ida Odinga, Rachel Ruto, and Dr Joyce's fashion elicited mixed reactions among netizens. Photo: Rachel Ruto.

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What happened at Madaraka Day event?

In another story, Ruto and Raila stole the show at the Madaraka Day event with smooth dance moves.

When entertainers took to the stage to perform songs promoting national peace and unity, Raila, Ruto, and the visiting Slovenian president Nata?a Pirc Musar stood to dance.

The leaders danced passionately and were joined by other politicians at the event.

Proofreading by Mercy Nyambura, copy editor at TUKO.co.ke.

Source: TUKO.co.ke