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Lelisa Women's African Print Maxi Dress (Olive Geometric)

$99.00 USD
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Color: Olive Geometric
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Black-Owned & Designed in the USA

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Product description

The Lelisa brings a fresh summery take on a traditional Ankara dress with a deep V-neck and flutter ruffle sleeves. She's perfect for weddings, garden parties, beach vacations, casual weekends, and so much more.

Features:

  • Plunging V-neck
  • Ruffle at armhole
  • Adjustable Ties at the waist (not removable)
  • Maxi length
  • Pockets at sides
  • Invisible zipper at center back and slit at front skirt
  • Content: 100% Cotton Ankara
  • Designed in the USA, imported

Measurements:

Length: 57 1/2"-59 1/2"

Plus Length: 60 3/4"-61 3/4"

Care Instructions

Hand wash cold on a gentle cycle with non-chlorine detergent. Do not bleach. Hang to dry.

Model Size

Size: XL | Height: 5'9| Bust: 36| Waist: 32| Hips: 48

Return Policy

Delivery Policy

  • Orders ship Monday-Friday, excluding pre-order items.
  • Orders placed on weekends or holidays are processed the next business day.
  • UPS Next Day Shipping: Orders placed before 12 PM EST (Mon-Fri) will be delivered the next business day.
  • Showroom Pickup: Available Monday-Friday, 10:30 AM - 4:00 PM. Call us to place your order over the phone.
  • Orders cannot be altered once fulfilled.

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FAQ

Is D’IYANU Black-owned?

Yes, D’IYANU is owned by a Nigerian brother and sister team - Addie Ajayi and Dara Ajayi

Is it cultural appropriation to wear D’IYANU products if you’re not African or of African descent?

We welcome people of all backgrounds interested in celebrating the African diaspora to wear our products. Our founder Addie Ajayi launched D’IYANU with the goal of sharing her rich Nigerian heritage with people who love bold African prints and appreciate its origin.

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This African print maxi dress features stylish design with luxurious, soft fabric and pockets. Customers praised the "great color" and comfortable feel, noting it's a "perfect fit" for some. However, sizing inconsistencies exist: runs small in chest/XS sizes but large in length for shorter customers (under 5'7"). Quality concerns include cheap zippers and shallow stitching.

  • It is a perfect fit. I love it.
  • Gorgeous dress, with great color & the pockets make me love it more!!
  • I love the feel of the fabric, along with the colors.
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  • 5 stars: 5 (36%)
  • 4 stars: 7 (50%)
  • 3 stars: 0 (0%)
  • 2 stars: 2 (14%)
  • 1 star: 0 (0%)
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Christine H. (United States)
Love but XS is not going to work

Loved the texture and color but too small,
Wouldn't zip up.

C
Christine H. (United States)
Love but XS is not going to work

Loved the texture and color but too small,
Wouldn't zip up.

C
Cheryll S. (United States)
My Latest Purchase/Lelisa!

Haven’t worn the dress yet! And with all the dresses I’ve bought, Lelisa was the only one that arrived so
wrinkled. 🙁 I need to do some serious ironing b4 wearing her.

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Latasha G. (United States)
Best Dress ever !

It is a perfect fit. I love it.

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Jennifer W. (United States)
Not for a Short Physique Woman

I recently purchased this dress and overall, I’m quite impressed with the quality. The fabric is soft and feels luxurious, and the design is stylish and elegant. Additionally, shipping was incredibly fast, which was a nice touch.

However, I did experience an issue with the fit. As someone who is 5’2” and 135 lbs, I ordered a size small, but unfortunately, the dress was quite large and much longer than expected. The excess fabric made it feel overwhelming, and the length was more suited to someone taller. The result was that it looked more like a curtain draped around my waist rather than a flattering silhouette.

Because of this, I ended up returning the dress for a credit. While the quality and design are fantastic, I would recommend this dress for those with a taller frame or a more average body type, as it may not complement smaller, slender physiques as well.

Still, I’m happy with the customer service and the ease of the return process, and I would definitely consider purchasing from this brand again in the future—just perhaps in a different style or size.

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Jennifer W. (United States)
Not for a Short Physique Woman

I recently purchased this dress and overall, I’m quite impressed with the quality. The fabric is soft and feels luxurious, and the design is stylish and elegant. Additionally, shipping was incredibly fast, which was a nice touch.

However, I did experience an issue with the fit. As someone who is 5’2” and 135 lbs, I ordered a size small, but unfortunately, the dress was quite large and much longer than expected. The excess fabric made it feel overwhelming, and the length was more suited to someone taller. The result was that it looked more like a curtain draped around my waist rather than a flattering silhouette.

Because of this, I ended up returning the dress for a credit. While the quality and design are fantastic, I would recommend this dress for those with a taller frame or a more average body type, as it may not complement smaller, slender physiques as well.

Still, I’m happy with the customer service and the ease of the return process, and I would definitely consider purchasing from this brand again in the future—just perhaps in a different style or size.

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Delaina M. (United States)
Gloriously comfortable

I love the feel of the fabric, along with the colors. Fits so well. I am addicted to your clothing.

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Lysa A. (United States)
Love it!!!

Gorgeous dress, with great color & the pockets make me love it more!! So many compliments! Worth every penny. Busty ladies may want to size up.

G
Gregory

Great look, fit and fabric!

A
Amoy (United States)
My dress ripped!

This dress came and fit perfectly. My only flag was the make of the dress was cheap but the design was stylish. The first time I wore it I had wedges on (I'm 5'7) and I was going up a flight of stairs. FOR THOSE WHO ARE SHORTER THAN 5'7 YOU WILL PROBABLY HAVE TO GET THE DRESS HEMMDED. IT IS LONG. My dress got caught under my shoes and ripped from the seam of where the zipper was on the side of the dress. When you review the pictures below you can see that the stitching on the side of the dress was so shallow and poorly done that it ripped from that spot. This has never happened to any dress I have worn and it is very disappointing that dress tore so easily. I truly believe that quality is worth the money and I believe it is important to support our black business but to give honest and constructive feedback so our business can improve and thrive. I recommend focusing on improving quality. People will pay for quality. The dress was lovely but the zippers are cheap the stitching is sub par. Other than this, I have no complaints.

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Jacqueline S.

this dress is gorgeous, I just wish it had a little stretch in the fabric around the torso and was easier to put on by yourself (you will need at meast one person to help)

B
Bernice G. (United States)
Beautiful dress, but

Run alittle small in the chest I will see if I can get it altered

B
Bernice G. (United States)
Beautiful dress, but

Run alittle small in the chest I will see if I can get it altered

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Yvonne

As pictured.

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Toya

Will this dress come back in stock in the near future?

D'IYANU

Hi Toya,

Thanks for contacting us! This item was from a previous season's collection and has since been discontinued. We have already used up all the fabric to produce more garments, so we do not plan on making more. Sorry!

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