Femme en robe longue asymétrique en wax bleu, violet et ocre.

Photo : Hush Naidoo Jade Photography / Unsplash

Inspiration photo — The photo shows the style of the design. Your outfit is sewn in the fabric and to the measurements you choose below.

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Akwa wrap dress

From the office to after-work drinks, the wrap dress that keeps up

Midi wrap dress with a tie belt and flutter sleeves: from the office to an evening out.

FCFA 24,800From FCFA 24,800 to FCFA 34,600 depending on the fabric, tailoring included

  • Office
  • Business meetings
  • After-work drinks
  • Family lunch
  • Christenings
  • Birthdays
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Design your outfit: one fabric for the body, another for the collar, the sleeves or the pocket. Tap a part of the drawing.

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Model measurements

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1. Pick the part to dress

2. Pick the fabric — Main fabric
Tailoring
FCFA 15,000
Fabric (2.8 m) · Orange floral wax
FCFA 9,800
Total
FCFA 24,800
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About this design

Akwa is Douala's commercial heart, where you go from a meeting to lunch without stopping at home. The Akwa wrap dress is made for that pace: a crossover neckline, a tie belt that defines the waist, flutter sleeves and a midi length. The belt and sleeves can take a contrasting fabric.

A good wrap dress doesn't gape or slip. Cut to your measurements by a Douala tailor, it crosses at the right point on the bust, the belt ties at your natural waist and the skirt opens just enough as you walk. The KOUTIVA team checks the finish before delivery, so the dress stays neat from morning to night, whatever your day throws at you.

Styling tips

  • For work, choose Beige linen with a wax belt for a subtle touch of colour.
  • In the evening, switch to heels and bolder earrings.
  • Tie the belt at the side to show off the waist.
  • A short plain jacket on top makes it more formal for meetings.

Choosing your fabric

Beige linen is perfect for the office and business meetings; Blue geometric wax, Green leaf wax and Orange floral wax come into their own for outings, christenings and birthdays.

Complete the look

Accessories picked by our team to go with this design.

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African bead necklace

FCFA 7,000

Tan leather handbag

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Bags and clutches

Tan leather handbag

FCFA 32,000

Your hair for the big day

Your outfit is made to measure: get your hair done at home too, in Douala or Yaoundé.

All hairstyles →
Woman with an elegant upswept hairstyle.

Photo : Suad Kamardeen / Unsplash

Updos and ceremoniesCeremony updoFrom FCFA 10,0001 h 30 to 3 h
Bride in a white dress holding her bouquet.

Photo : Oyemike Princewill / Unsplash

Updos and ceremoniesBridal hairstyleFrom FCFA 25,0002 h to 4 h
Woman with long box braids and a colourful blouse.

Photo : Gustavo Spindula / Unsplash

BraidsBox braidsFrom FCFA 15,0004 h to 6 h
Woman with long, light braids.

Photo : J Morgan / Unsplash

BraidsKnotless braidsFrom FCFA 20,0005 h to 7 h

Measurements needed for this design

Tap a measurement to see how to take it.

Frequently asked questions

Is it suitable for the office?

Yes, especially in Beige linen or a wax with a subtle pattern. The midi length and wrap neckline stay elegant.

Can the belt be in a different fabric?

Yes. The body, each sleeve and the belt can each take a different fabric from those offered.

Who takes my measurements?

You can, with our illustrated online guide, or a KOUTIVA agent can come to you in Douala.

Is the fabric included in the price?

Yes, the price shown includes the tailoring and your chosen fabric.