5 African Print aka Ankara Dress styles for a Date Night this Valentine.

Would you fancy wearing an African Print aka Ankara Dress on a Date Night this Valentine.

African print clothing and styles are becoming increasingly popular in mainstream fashion scene and it’s so common to see a lot of ladies opting to wear stylish contemporary bold prints and colours for their events. But my question is do you think just like the Little Black Dress (LBD), bodycon and velvet dresses, Ankara dresses could be worn for a date night especially on special occasions like Valentine’s day, Night gala or Dinner parties. My honest response is WHY NOT!,  I’m sure you’re not surprised I said that right (Lol). Well, I think the African print styles can be worn for date nights and special romantic occasions. African fashion has evolved so much there are lots of chic and sophisticated styles perfect for dinner dates. So here are my top 5 preferred African Print dress styles you could wear on a dinner date this coming Valentine’s Day.

Off Shoulder African Print mini or knee length dress

An Ankara off shoulder mini or midi dress is the perfect elegant style for a dinner date. This style will make you look chic, confident, and classy without you making so much of an effort. With the right pair of high heel shoes or sandals and accessories, you will covet this look keeping your date all clued to you

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Spaghetti Strap Bodycon Ankara dress

Show off what your mama gave you in an African Print Bodycon spaghetti dress. Figure hugging dresses makes you look sexy and elegant and when made with bold prints, that oozes confidence and will keep you sassy all night long.

Mono-strap Puff Sleeve dress

I like mono-strap styles because they show off your biceps and teases your date. Its giving see me but don’t see me if you know what I mean. It’s a very sophisticated style and will work perfectly as a date night style. What do you think?

Strapless African Print High Low midi dress

The easiest way to stay sexy all night is wearing a strapless ankara dress, its girlie, fun and sassy. Pairing with high heel sandals, a lovely clutch bag and putting your hair up in a ponytail will give a fresh look to this style.

V neck Embellished African Print Maxi dress

Maxi dresses are my least favourite for a date night look because I would like to feel comfortable at dinner, but you might like it, so if you opt for a long gown, then get one with a slit so it shows off some legs.

Let me know in the comments what you think about wearing African print outfits on dinner dates and please don’t forget to share this blog with your friends and family.