5 Ways You Can Infuse Ankara into Your Formal Outfit

In the past, Ankara outfits were only worn to parties and social functions as it was considered somewhat inappropriate to be worn at work, except on Fridays. People were only familiar with sewing red carpet styles with it, but in recent times, there have been an evolution of Ankara outfits, as it can be incorporated into everyday wear and can be worn anytime, and anywhere, regardless of the occasion.

Though, some workplaces are very stringent with wearing traditional outfits only on Friday, others are flexible as long as it is smart.

Here are some ways to infuse ankara into your work outfit:

1. Ankara skirt

You can wear Ankara skirt for a stylish office look. The ankara skirt can be paired with a plain colored top and a pair of heels, or flat shoes to match. The ankara skirt may be a straight knee-length skirt, a flared skirt, or even one with a front slit. The outfit will definitely make you look smart.

2. Ankara top

You can rock your stylish ankara top with a pair of boyfriend jeans, plain pants, or even a plain skirt. You can sew the Ankara top as a circle top, a corset top, an off-shoulder top, an A shape top and many other creative styles you can think of. Finish off the look with your heels or flat shoes and bag to match, and watch heads turn.

3. Ankara suit

Suit can be made in Ankara fabrics, by now we should have been hypes up with the number of Ankara suit inspiration we have seen grace the red carpet time and time again. Step out looking all shades of confidence in your ankara suit and pant. This style leaves you looking both chic and classy.

You don’t have to suck in your belly or worry about your belly fat showing all the time with peplums. Your regular office gowns don’t have to be the same boring style every time. Spice up your style by adding a detachable or undetachable peplum made from ankara to your outfit. Wear the peplum over your dress, around your waist. You can wear skirt or trouser with Ankara peplum.

5.  Ankara accessories

No outfit can be seen as complete without accessories. So, another great way to infuse Ankara into your everyday dressing is with Ankara accessories. The use of Ankara has progressed and evolved over time, so we now have Ankara bags, shoes, earrings, belts, and so on. Pick one or more of these Ankara items and accessorize with them.

Some of the styles listed above can be bought as ready-made wear or you can give it to a tailor or fashion designer to style it for you. It’s time to step up your style with the beautiful and versatile Ankara fabric. Add a touch of Ankara outfits to your work wears and step out looking like the boss that you are.

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