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Bronze Sun is an orange African print shirt dress in a warm mix of orange, green, gold and bronze. Made from 100% cotton Ankara wax print, it features a classic point collar, button front, long ruffle detail sleeves and a full circle skirt.
A matching self tie belt lets you adjust the waist, while two deep side seam pockets add practicality. The knee length cut and unlined cotton construction make it easy to wear for holidays, weekends, brunches and relaxed celebrations.
Fabric: 100% cotton Ankara wax print
Style: African print shirt dress
Colours: Orange, green, gold and bronze
Print: Bold circular geometric Ankara print
Collar: Classic point collar
Front: Full button through fastening
Sleeves: Long sleeves with outer arm ruffle detail
Waist: Adjustable self tie fabric belt
Skirt: Full circle silhouette
Length: Knee length
Pockets: Two deep functional side seam pockets
Lining: Unlined
Sizes: XS to 4XL
Stretch: No stretch
Bronze Sun is relaxed through the skirt with an adjustable waist. Use the self tie belt to create more or less definition depending on how you prefer to wear it.
Model 1: 5'8" (173 cm), wearing 2XL / UK 18 / US 14
Model 2: 5'9" (175 cm), wearing M / UK 12 / US 8
The cotton wax print has no stretch, so choose your usual size for the intended fit.
Because each dress is individually cut from patterned wax print fabric, exact motif placement may vary slightly from the photographs.
Warm orange, green, gold and bronze African print
100% cotton Ankara wax print
Classic button front shirt dress construction
Statement ruffle sleeves
Adjustable self tie waist
Full circle skirt
Deep functional pockets
Sizes XS to 4XL
The unlined cotton construction and knee length skirt make Bronze Sun an easy choice for warmer days, especially if you prefer more coverage through the arms.
Wear it with sandals or flats for holidays, brunches, outdoor gatherings and relaxed summer plans.
Explore our African Summer Clothes collection for more Ankara dresses, shirt dresses, tops, shorts and matching sets suited to warmer weather.
The warm colour palette and bold Ankara print also make Bronze Sun a natural choice for cultural celebrations, workplace events and heritage focused occasions.
Explore our Black History Month Attire and African Heritage Clothing collection for more African print styles selected for cultural and heritage dressing.
Prefer a cooler green and magenta palette? Explore the Olive Ray Green African Print Shirt Dress, featuring the same shirt-dress silhouette in a different Ankara print.
Browse the Ankara Shirt Dresses Collection, for more African print shirt dresses and Ankara styles in different colours 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