The Ibiye Fringe Skirt

£50.00 GBP
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Size Guide

AKOBIE Size Guide

Dressing women across the globe — find your perfect fit below.

📏 How to Measure Yourself

  • Bust: Measure around the fullest part of your chest, keeping the tape parallel to the floor.
  • Waist: Measure around your natural waistline, the narrowest part of your torso.
  • Hips: Measure around the fullest part of your hips, about 20cm below your waist.
  • Length: Measure from the top of your shoulder down to where you want the garment to end.

👚 Tops & Sets

Measurements are in centimetres (cm) and inches (in).

Generic UK EU US Bust (cm) Bust (in) Waist (cm) Waist (in)
XS 6 34 2 80–83 31.5–32.5 60–63 23.5–25
S 8 36 4 84–87 33–34 64–67 25–26.5
S 10 38 6 88–91 34.5–36 68–71 27–28
M 12 40 8 92–95 36–37.5 72–75 28.5–29.5
M 14 42 10 96–99 38–39 76–79 30–31
L 16 44 12 100–104 39.5–41 80–84 31.5–33
XL 18 46 14 105–109 41.5–43 85–89 33.5–35
XXL 20 48 16 110–114 43.5–45 90–94 35.5–37
3XL 22 50 18 115–119 45.5–47 95–99 37.5–39

👗 Dresses & Gowns

Measurements are in centimetres (cm) and inches (in).

Generic UK EU US Bust (cm) Waist (cm) Hips (cm) Hips (in)
XS 6 34 2 80–83 60–63 85–88 33.5–34.5
S 8 36 4 84–87 64–67 89–92 35–36
S 10 38 6 88–91 68–71 93–96 36.5–38
M 12 40 8 92–95 72–75 97–100 38–39.5
M 14 42 10 96–99 76–79 101–104 40–41
L 16 44 12 100–104 80–84 105–108 41.5–42.5
XL 18 46 14 105–109 85–89 109–113 43–44.5
XXL 20 48 16 110–114 90–94 114–118 45–46.5
3XL 22 50 18 115–119 95–99 119–123 47–48.5

👖 Bottoms

Measurements are in centimetres (cm) and inches (in).

Generic UK EU US Waist (cm) Waist (in) Hips (cm) Hips (in)
XS 6 34 2 60–63 23.5–25 85–88 33.5–34.5
S 8 36 4 64–67 25–26.5 89–92 35–36
S 10 38 6 68–71 27–28 93–96 36.5–38
M 12 40 8 72–75 28.5–29.5 97–100 38–39.5
M 14 42 10 76–79 30–31 101–104 40–41
L 16 44 12 80–84 31.5–33 105–108 41.5–42.5
XL 18 46 14 85–89 33.5–35 109–113 43–44.5
XXL 20 48 16 90–94 35.5–37 114–118 45–46.5
3XL 22 50 18 95–99 37.5–39 119–123 47–48.5

💡 Sizing Tips

  • If you are between sizes, we recommend sizing up for a more comfortable fit.
  • Our African print fabrics (Ankara, Adire, Damask) are cut to standard measurements — check each product description for any style-specific notes.
  • All measurements are approximate and may vary slightly between styles.
  • Need help? Contact us and we will be happy to advise on the best size for you.

AKOBIE Size Guide — Celebrating every body, every culture, every size. 🌿✨
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Description

Description

The Ibiye Fringe Skirt is a masterclass in textural luxury and precision tailoring. It flawlessly bridges the gap between ancient West African weaving traditions and sleek, contemporary high-fashion silhouettes, resulting in a piece that feels both deeply rooted and effortlessly modern.

Key Design Features

  • The Silhouette: A clean, structural column silhouette that hits at a sophisticated midi-length. It elegantly contours the natural lines of the body, providing a tailored look that exudes effortless grace.

  • The Artisanal Textile: The true focal point is the breathtaking, intricately woven fabric. It features a highly detailed geometric lattice pattern composed of interlocking diamond and checkerboard motifs. The palette is a rich, regal combination of deep obsidian black, shimmering metallic gold threads, and crisp ivory accents, giving the textile a multi-dimensional, light-catching quality.

  • The Contemporary Waistband: Grounding the elaborate woven body is a contrasting, high-waisted black satin or silk-blend band. Featuring a subtle, structured texture, it anchors the skirt beautifully at the waist and allows for seamless styling with cropped or tucked-in blouses.

  • The Tactile Fringe Hem: The skirt finishes with a dramatic, raw-edged fringe trim in deep black. The individual strands fall gracefully just below the knees, adding rhythmic movement, airiness, and a touch of elegance to an otherwise highly structured garment.

Fabric & Feel

Crafted from a heavy-weight, premium woven textile—reminiscent of heritage artisanal cloths—the skirt possesses a beautiful weight and substance that retains its architectural column shape. The smooth, contrast waistband ensures a comfortable, secure fit against the skin.

 
Delivery & Returns

Delivery & Returns

Shipping & Returns

  • Free shipping on US orders over $150
  • US Flat Rate Shipping $5
  • International shipping & duties charges calculated at checkout
  • Carbon-Neutral Shipping
  • All of our packaging is plastic-free and recyclable. If you have curbside recycling in your area, you should be able to pop all of our packaging in the bin, but you can use How2Recycle to double check!

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Stylist Tip

Stylist Tip

This top is designed to be worn with any of our FAE bottoms. Although our personal favourite is when it is paired with the Birdie bottoms in Coconut.
Model Measurments

Model Measurments

Bust: 89cm l U Bust: 73cm l Hips: 77cm | L Hips: 88cmModel wears size

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More Than What You Wear

What you wear is more than fabric.

It is a reflection of how you feel, how you carry yourself, and how you choose to show up in the world.

At Akobie, we create pieces for moments both big and small—the celebrations, the quiet confidence, the memories you never planned but will never forget. We believe clothing should do more than simply look beautiful. It should make you feel seen, empowered, and completely yourself.

Every design begins with intention. From the flow of the fabric to the smallest detail, each piece is thoughtfully crafted to bring together elegance, comfort, and confidence in a way that feels effortless to you.

But beyond style, Akobie is about connection.

Connection to individuality. Connection to purpose. Connection to women who embrace beauty with grace, strength, and authenticity.

When you wear Akobie, you are not just wearing a garment.

You are wearing confidence. You are wearing expression. You are wearing a story that continues with you.

CONFIDENCE IN EVERY THREAD

Confidence In Every Thread

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