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Insider Notes
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Babayo’s creations celebrate the legacy of Nigerian design. Named in honor of the Fulani community, this shirt dress elevates the classic silhouette with the intricate multicolored detailing handcrafted using traditional embroidery techniques. The menswear-inspired oversized shape comes complete with a neat mandarin collar, concealed front fastening, and a curved hem. Accessorize with a belt if you prefer a more cinched look.
- Mandarin collar, concealed snap fastening, elbow-length sleeves, knee length
- Cotton
- Crafted by female artisans to ensure benefits for the local economy and the Fulani community
- Each piece is made to order and may take up to 2 weeks to complete
- Made in Lagos, Nigeria, ships from Nigeria
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SIZE, FIT & OPACITY
- Midweight fabric, non-stretchy
- Opaque
- Fits true to size
- Relaxed fit
- Model is 176cm and wearing a size 8
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Shipping & Returns
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Shipping timelines are subject to the unique nature and craftsmanship of the piece, often in harmony with designers' local artisans. We have partnered with DHL Express to ensure hassle-free global delivery covering 220 countries worldwide, within 3-5 business days of the ship date.
Industrie Africa accepts returns on regular-priced items that are initiated within 7 days of receipt. For more information, please check where your products are shipping from, and please visit Shipping & Delivery. Unfortunately, exchanges are not possible at this time.
Due to Covid-19 shipping regulations, please be aware that you may experience delays in delivery times.
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Nigeria
Babayo
Designer Aisha Babayo Shehu is a master of dichotomy. Trained as an economist, she launched her label in Lagos as way of combining her aptitudes for creativity and business. Collections embroider authentic cultural narratives onto modern designs at the intersection of style and comfort. Various takes on shirt dressing, from crop tops to kaftans, offset easy silhouettes with intricate detailing like hand embroidery by locally-employed artisans.
