Presenting our ultimate weekly edit of Ankara styles to wear.
If you love African prints and are always on the hunt for some fresh outfit inspiration, leave it to us. With this edit, we’ll unwrap the best Ankara looks from Instagram that deserves a copy.
From the styles that are guaranteed to add some smiles to your weekend wardrobe to how-to-wear guide, prepare to be inspired. After all, style steal is allowed. This week, we have 8 looks for everyone. Keep clicking to see them yourself:
Who? Yemi Alade:
Photo: Instagram.com/yemialade A weekend without some legs and shoulder on display is not complete. Steal this style from Yemi Alade and be the girl of the moment.
Photo Courtesy A fresh take on a belted dashiki is your ultra-chic switch-up to channel your real African style — wear alone or over leggings.
Who? Aderonke Enobasi.
Photo Courtesy Steal the spotlight in this Ankara backless ball dress with a massive bow behind it.
Who? Bolanle Olukanni:
Details such as fringe and detachable sleeves make this Ankara dress dramatic. This is the freshest way to wear Ankara now.
Photo Courtesy Ankara styles get a makeover every day — this style is perfect enough to carry you from morning-noon-evening on a good weekend.
Photo via Instagram The cool-girl African way to run around town? Team a sleek Ankara top over ribbed ankle jeans for an unexpected twist, and finish with sexy footwear like heels, or opt for more comfort with sneakers.
Photo via Instagram Amp up your weekend or sundown style with an Ankara midi skirt and a crop top that is a fashion girl’s favorite.
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