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Emerald Frond is a richly coloured African wrap dress in emerald green, teal, golden yellow and deep burgundy, arranged in an intricate geometric medallion print. Made from 100% cotton Ankara wax print, it features a tailored shawl collar, short sleeves and a fully adjustable self tie wrap waist so you can personalise the fit.
The softly flared skirt gives the print room to move, while two deep side seam pockets add practicality. The unlined cotton construction keeps the dress comfortable for church, family celebrations, dinners and smart daytime occasions.
Fabric: 100% cotton Ankara wax print
Style: African print wrap dress
Colours: Emerald green, teal, golden yellow and deep burgundy
Print: Geometric medallion Ankara print
Neckline: V neck with tailored shawl collar
Sleeves: Short sleeves
Waist: Fully adjustable self tie wrap
Silhouette: Fit and flare
Length: Midi
Pockets: Two deep functional side seam pockets
Lining: Unlined
Sizes: XS to 4XL
Stretch: No stretch
The wrap design lets you adjust the waist and coverage to suit your preferred fit. Choose your usual size for the intended silhouette, then use the self tie to fine tune the waist and bust.
Model 1: 5'9" (175 cm), wearing M / UK 12 / US 8
Model 2: 5'8" (173 cm), wearing XL / UK 16 / US 12
As every dress is individually cut from patterned wax print fabric, exact motif placement may vary slightly from the photographs.
Rich emerald green and jewel tone colour palette
100% cotton Ankara wax print
Genuine adjustable wrap construction
Geometric medallion print
Tailored shawl collar
Deep functional pockets
Sizes XS to 4XL
The short sleeves, midi length and adjustable wrap shape make Emerald Frond an easy option when you want a more covered African print dress with strong colour and structure.
Explore our African Church Dresses for more modest Ankara styles suited to worship, family services and other occasions where you prefer additional coverage.
Emerald Frond is available up to 4XL, while the adjustable waist gives you more control over how closely the dress sits through the middle.
Browse our Plus Size African Print Dresses for more Ankara dresses in extended sizes and different silhouettes.
Prefer a warmer colour palette? Discover the Marigold Bloom African Wrap Dress, featuring the same wrap silhouette in orange, navy and white.
Browse the African Wrap Dress Collection for more African print wrap dresses in distinctive colours, prints and silhouettes.
NOT SURE OF YOUR SIZE?
Premium 100% cotton Ankara wax print is a high-grade, structured fabric with zero stretch. To guarantee a flawless, comfortable tailored fit, please take 60 seconds to measure your true body dimensions using a tape measure, and compare your figures directly to our size chart below. Do not guess based on your usual high-street fast-fashion sizing. If you fall between two sizes, choose the larger size for the best fit.
THE IVAMARI SIZE CHART
XS (UK 8 / US 4 / EU 36)
➔ Bust: 34 inches (86 cm)
➔ Waist: 27 inches (69 cm)
➔ Hips: 38 inches (97 cm)
S (UK 10 / US 6 / EU 38)
➔ Bust: 36 inches (91 cm)
➔ Waist: 30 inches (76 cm)
➔ Hips: 40 inches (102 cm)
M (UK 12 / US 8 / EU 40)
➔ Bust: 38 inches (97 cm)
➔ Waist: 32 inches (81 cm)
➔ Hips: 42 inches (107 cm)
L (UK 14 / US 10 / EU 42)
➔ Bust: 40 inches (102 cm)
➔ Waist: 34 inches (86 cm)
➔ Hips: 44 inches (112 cm)
XL (UK 16 / US 12 / EU 44)
➔ Bust: 42 inches (107 cm)
➔ Waist: 36 inches (91 cm)
➔ Hips: 46 inches (117 cm)
2XL (UK 18 / US 14 / EU 46)
➔ Bust: 44 inches (112 cm)
➔ Waist: 38 inches (97 cm)
➔ Hips: 48 inches (122 cm)
3XL (UK 20 / US 16 / EU 48)
➔ Bust: 46 inches (117 cm)
➔ Waist: 40 inches (102 cm)
➔ Hips: 50 inches (127 cm)
HOW TO MEASURE
Bust: Measure around the fullest part of your bust, keeping the tape comfortably level.
Waist: Measure around your natural waist, the narrowest part of your torso.
Hips: Measure around the fullest part of your hips and seat.
If you are between sizes, we recommend choosing the larger size for a more comfortable fit.
For full delivery, preorder and return information, please see our Delivery & Returns and Return Policy pages in the website footer.
PRE-ORDERS
Please note that the 2 to 4 week timeframe refers to dispatch, not delivery time. Delivery estimates begin once your order has been dispatched.
1. What fabric is this made from?
This garment is made from 100% cotton African wax print fabric. It contains no polyester unless otherwise stated in the product description.
2. How do I choose my size?
Please use our Size Guide and the individual fit information shown on this product page. If you are between sizes, check the specific fit notes before ordering.
3. Does this garment have stretch?
African wax print cotton is generally non-stretch. Please check the product details above for the fit and construction of this particular style.
4. How quickly will my order be dispatched?
In-stock items are normally dispatched within 1–2 working days. If an item is available for pre-order, the estimated dispatch timeframe will be clearly shown on the product page.
5. Can I return it if it doesn't fit?
Yes. Eligible items can be returned within 30 days of delivery, subject to our Return Policy.
6. Will the print placement look exactly like the photographs?
Because each garment is cut from patterned African wax print fabric, the exact placement of individual motifs may vary slightly from piece to piece. The overall fabric, colours and design remain the same