They say that men are color blind but I realized I’m not so good in differentiating some colors especially if we start deviating from the primary and secondary color spectrum. I’m still debating whether this particular apparel is maroon, burgundy, rosewood or even carmine. Let’s settle on burgundy for now….

What is a shirt dress you ask? It is basically a shirt that is longer than an ideal Shirt and therefore can be styled like a dress. Where can I get one you still ask? You can decide to buy or create one if you don’t want to spend a dime. I’m not a tailor or designer you tell me. Worry not because you can borrow your brothers, husband or even boyfriends over-sized shirts and Voila. Shirt dresses gravitate towards casual looks but depending on how daring and creative you are, you can as well pull a formal look too.



This particular shirt dress is made of chiffon fabric limiting me to wear it on its own because it is translucent. I layered it over a camouflage vest and pine leggings. My goal was to get a chic look while still channeling my inner tomboy. The pair of low- heeled ankle boots and matching satchel bag injected an edgy sophisticated flair to the entire look.


I accessorized the look with a pair of African beaded earrings and a beaded ring.My natural hair styled in an Afro did this whole look perfect justice.How would you style a shirt Dress if given a chance?Share with me in the comment box and i will appreciate.


Photography: Alama Creatives
Location : Victorian Courts.
African Accessories :Lydia Wahito
26 Comments
Meily Oduor
August 29, 2016 at 12:05 pmThanks girl; I now have plenty of ideas on how to work my dress shirts…Enjoyed the read and love the bag which now I know is called a satchel ?
Wanjiru Kariuki
August 29, 2016 at 1:21 pmOoh thanks Meily.
Emily Warinda
August 29, 2016 at 12:23 pmGood Job Wanjiru…. I love how you paired this… Everything stands out as stand-alones and still come together so well…. Love the colors too 🙂 have a lovely week ahead
Wanjiru Kariuki
August 29, 2016 at 1:21 pmThankyou Aimie.
Elle
August 29, 2016 at 12:33 pmLove his post. Very nice.
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Wanjiru Kariuki
August 29, 2016 at 1:20 pmThankyou Elle.
Linda
August 29, 2016 at 3:31 pmYou are beautiful! I love the colors..who knew the two could match?!
Nice shirt dress..You killed it.
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Wanjiru Kariuki
August 29, 2016 at 6:04 pmThanks Linda.
beryl
August 29, 2016 at 6:11 pmLove love love
Wanjiru Kariuki
August 30, 2016 at 5:40 amThanks Beryl.Hoping to see you rock one soon.
Jenny Shiqu
August 29, 2016 at 6:34 pmokkkaaaay niice, now I’ve added one more idea in my closet… don’t ask me for ideas, I got none..lol
Wanjiru Kariuki
August 30, 2016 at 5:39 amhahaha most welcome Jenny
Wanjira
August 30, 2016 at 6:44 pmIn my dream beach body I’d pair this chiffon dress shirt with a two-piece costume, a dramatic African beaded neck-piece, barefooted and a big fedora hat. tada
Wanjiru Kariuki
August 31, 2016 at 10:15 amHehehe.But do i say,your dreams are valid gal.Am glad i inspired you.
Meron Dymphana
August 30, 2016 at 8:15 pmI thank God that you are m neighbor which naturally means I can pay your closet a visit, lucky me!! I wouldn’t say that the color is burgundy but it’s still debatable. I love how you styled the shirt dress, am personally looking for one which is not shear. Great post Wanjiru!
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Wanjiru Kariuki
August 31, 2016 at 10:14 amHehehe,you are welcome anytime dear my closet,our closet.
Monicah
August 31, 2016 at 10:50 amwooooooow its so nice.You killed it …..looking more pretty
I sent you an email though no feedback yet……..please reply
Wanjiru Kariuki
September 5, 2016 at 8:20 amThankyou gal.Let me check on my email and get back to you.
Yvonne
August 31, 2016 at 6:19 pmI love your style, you put your pieces together so well and in such a unique way.
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Wanjiru Kariuki
September 5, 2016 at 8:19 amThankyou Yvonne.
WANJIRU
September 2, 2016 at 5:57 amI love everything about this outfit, from your hair…. love it 🙂
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Wanjiru Kariuki
September 5, 2016 at 8:19 amThankyou wanjiru.
Naomi
September 6, 2016 at 7:59 amWanjiru I love how you have slayed this look. Now I know how to wear my shirt dresses? Thank you so much for sharing with us. Be blessed
Wanjiru Kariuki
September 6, 2016 at 9:34 amKaribu sana Naomi,am glad i inspired you.
Esther
September 21, 2016 at 5:46 amCamo + Burgundy is surprisingly an amazing combination which I never thought of before, I love it! I’m looking for a shirt dress too
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Wanjiru Kariuki
September 22, 2016 at 6:04 amI totally agree with you gal.