Ajaye Dress – Structured Dutch Wax Shirt Dress

One customer told us: "Beautiful dress lovely print."

Meet the Ajaye Dress, a timeless shirt dress crafted from 100% pre-washed Dutch wax cotton. Designed for women who love clothes that make a statement before they even speak.

Lightly tailored through the shoulders with subtle shoulder pads for structure, it features a smart collar, full-length sleeves, and a button-down front that gives it a refined, vintage-inspired edge. The softly gathered skirt falls just below the knee, creating an elegant silhouette that moves beautifully.

Wear it belted to define your waist or open as a lightweight layer — this is a dress made for versatility. And yes, it has side pockets, because usefulness is beautiful too.

A dress with power. Wear it for work. Wear it for play. Wear it because you want to be seen.

Before You Order

How do I put it on?

There's no zip. It buttons all the way down the front.

Does the fabric stretch?

No. It is 100% pre-washed Dutch wax cotton, which has no stretch.

Which size should I choose?

Choose your usual Kemi Telford size. It is roomy through the waist and skirt. As it buttons up the front, the chest is the most fitted part: if you have a fuller bust, size up. One customer sent back an L because it was too small.

How long is the dress?

It falls below the knee, from 47.5" in S to 49" in XL. Where it falls depends on your height. Naran (5'9") wears S.

Still unsure about the fit?

Email help@kemitelford.com with your chest measurement and height before ordering. We'll help you choose the right size.

Fit

• Take your usual Kemi Telford size
• Roomy through the waist and skirt; the chest is the most fitted part
• If you have a fuller bust, size up

On our model

• Naran is 5'9" tall, with a 32" bust and 26" waist. She wears S.

• 100% pre-washed Dutch wax cotton
• Button-through front
• Collar and shoulder pads for structure
• Long sleeves with button cuffs
• Side pockets
• Designed to fall below the knee
• Can be worn belted or loose
  

Composition

• 100% pre-washed Dutch wax cotton.

Care

• Hand wash with lukewarm water
• Wash light and dark colours separately
• Wash inside out
• Do not wring, rub or twist
• Do not tumble dry
• Dry in the shade (do not expose to direct sunlight)
• Hang to dry
• Iron inside out (on reverse)
• Maximum temperature for ironing is 110°C
• Professional dry cleaning, mild process