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Do you want to craft a long gown from your Ankara fabric and don’t have an idea of where to start or what to make? Then this post is for you.
For some, long gowns might be a little unusual while for some it is permissible. Allow us at thrivenaija to inspire you with our unique roundup of the most adorable long gown styles we’ve found on Instagram.
We hope you like these Ankara long gown styles as much as we do.
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1. Set in Rauched Sleeve With Side Collar Gown

A comfortable ankara gown will always be the best option for any occasion so here is a style that is not just setting trends but is suitable for all kinds of occasions. Also, the ruched sleeves are currently in trend paired with that side collar which can be adjusted if you prefer it lower or higher.
2. Two In One Ankara Dress

Looking for a long fashionable ankara gown that is suitable for formal occasions, while it is simple, it is also chic.
3. Stylish Ankara With Bell Sleeve

Bell sleeves are always going to be in trend and there are so many stylish gowns that go well with it but right now, here is the classy one that caught our attention.
4. Wrap and Tie Ankara Gown Style

This is another stunning ankara style that is worth exploring, the design is inspired by the wrap dress while it embraces a universal modern gown style as well.
5. Short Sleeve Ball Gown

Here is another unique custom-made ankara long gown style that is comfortable while being stylish. The ball frock style is not elaborate like it used to be with most long gowns but this only makes it even more fabulous.
6. Mini Maxi Gown With High Thigh Slit

This is regarded as one of the most sought-after Ankara styles in 2024 and this year, it’s become even more trendy. This is the Ankara long gown if you like your simple and fashionable at the same time.
7. Slit Gown With Bell Sleeves

Gown styles can be really fun and here is another style that proves that. This is comfortable and also suitable for any occasion.
8. Contemporary Laced Infused Ankara Dress

This is a style that changes how ankara gowns used to be plain. This is a really cool style that works for weddings and classy occasions. The contemporary lace added to it makes it a perfect owanbe outfit.
9. Stunning Formal Gown

Formal and simple like this is just what you need for the office on Friday, and it’s perfect for official occasions as well.
10. Simple Ankara Cap Sleeve Gown

Perfect style to go for if you like your outfits reserved and cool.
11. Off Shoulder Puffy Sleeve With Net

This puffy sleeve with lace design will fit in for any Owanbe occasion. This looks classy and elegant.
12. Ankara Gown With Laced Sleeve

This Ankara gown is what I call creativity, the lace design isn’t doing the only justice to this design, the cut-out part in the Ankara that is used as a form of design for this style is giving it a more pronounced look.
13. V Neck Gown With Elastic Sleeve

A fitted long gown with an elastic puffy hand will look just lovely on both young, adult, and old.
14. One-Sided Puffy Sleeve Gown

Simple, classy, and well-detailed gown.
15. Well Detailed One-Sided Off Shoulder Gown

This is indeed the life of any Owanbe occasion outfit. The designed sleeve gives it a classy look, not looking like the regular puggy sleeve.
16. Sleeveless Button-Down Caribbean Gown

V-neck collar button-down Caribbean gown gives that elegant look. Looks perfect for any occasion.
17. Sleeveless Long Gown With Slit

A slitted long gown with a belt gives that fascinating look. Looks casual for any casual outing.
18. High Round Neck Puffy Sleeve

Moderate, well-covered gown. This can be rocked for any kind of occasion, the puffy sleeve giving it a classy look.
19. One-Sided Off Shoulder Flay Gown

A floating gown with a one-sided off-shoulder that fits in for any occasion.
20. Jacket Gown Long Sleeve

Not a regular gown, this comes in the form of a Jacket with a belt, this is indeed unusual. Looks stunning and classy.
21. No Sleeve Alter Neck Ankara Long Gown Styles

Long Ankara gown has been designed for convenience and it could also be practical and stylish depending on the style you are going for and above is a suitable style if you love your gown sexy and comfortable at the same time.
22. Stylish Short Sleeve Ankara Gown With Belt

Another simple but exotic Ankara gown style you can’t help but love is the style above, this is easy to sew and would take your designer less time especially if you have less time to prepare.
23. Cross Neck Sleeve With Step Frock

We love this exotic style, it is fashionable and perfect for all kinds of occasions, the step frock has been added to give it a more classy and it is sure going to be the talk of a party.
24. Short Cap Sleeve Gown

Sewa Amihere has always been one AOP we trust to give us the best in fashionable wears and her Ankara style game is no exception, this is splendid and fitting for a simple wedding.
25. Ankara Gown With A Formal Design

2024 continues to showcase more fancy Ankara styles regardless of the fewer outings to attend, here is one Ankara style that you can incorporate into your Friday office wear with ease.
26. Off Shoulder Gown With Long Cap Sleeves

A long Ankara style can be as dramatic or less dramatic as you want it but the important thing is to have a style that makes you as comfortable as the one above, this is quite a trendy style we can’t help but love.
27. One Hand Balloon Sleeve With Sleek Gown

A balloon sleeve makes all the difference in a style, it makes it look more classic and elegant just the way a fantastic 2024 Ankara long gown should be.
28. Full Empire Gown With Waist Robe

Empire gowns are becoming quite the trendy outfit it should be and this time with Ankara you can enjoy it even more.
29. Cross Neck Sleeve On Flowy Gown
Image: @ankarastyles // I am-bisola
Bisola Aiyeola is keeping it simple with this gorgeous and elegant style which is suitable for all kinds of shapes and figures.
30. Ruffled Sleeves With Deep Split

Another exotic style you can wear and look graceful and glamorous, this style, in particular, is quite in trend and makes you the center of attention.
31. Tiny Strap Mermaid Ankara Gown

Nancy Isime has always had a stylish way with styles and Ankara fabrics are not an exception, this carefully creative style says it all about her fashion taste, simple but exquisite.
32. Medium Sleeve With Layered Frock

Keep it on the moderate side with this fascinating Ankara style, perfect for all kinds of occasions.
33. Conservative Sleeves With Raglan Frock

Raglan Frock is usually preferred for an elaborate occasion but with the added sleeve, you can make it look casual and elaborate at the same time.
34. Round Neck Sleeve With Straight Gown

Keep it simple and elegant with this style.
35. Dramatic V-neck Off Shoulder On Long Flare Gown

A large event and an expensive Ankara requires a stylish outfit to complete it and this is one of the most trending styles on and off Instagram and also suitable for all kinds of events.
36. Stylish Two Layers Ankara Long Gown

Wow, what a magnificent way to make a statement, for those who know Ceolumineeofficial we know her to be a badass fashion designer if not the one and only, This Ankara style is everything and more.
37. Cross Strap One-Sided Lace Embedded Ankara Gown

Our ever beautiful and jovial Sharon Ooja, I like the fact that she knows what fits her and she goes for it that is very important when it comes to our choices of clothes knowing exactly what and what not to wear.
38. Tiny Strap Bubu Ankara Gown

Ankara Bubu gowns are now very common but this Bisola style is one of its own kind I like the plain material that is used as a flare design in front of it making the gown look not so simple anymore.
39. Strapless Two Layers Long Ankara Gown

Another mouthwatering beautiful masterpiece from ceolumineeofficial, very bold beautiful, and classy Ankara style.
40. Long Sleeve Bubu Ankara Gown

A classy Bubu Ankara long gown suitable for kinds of occasions.
41. Tub Gown With Layers

Looking elegant requires an exotic African style like the one above, you can easily add sleeves to the hand if you would feel more comfortable but with a style like that, you can get jaws dropping at any event.
42. One Hand Sleeve With Slit

Perfect style for you if you do not mind adding some bold daring look to your style, it’s simple and fitting for all kinds of parties, from casual to elaborate.
43. Off Shoulder Gown With Bell Sleeves

A simple style you can easily have your tailor make for you with no stress, this is one style that will continue to be in trend.
44. Low Neckline Ball Gown

A ball gown makes all the difference at an event and just like the elegant style above, you can get to look astonishing.
45. Office Collar Gown With Raglan Sleeve

For formal outings, a style like the one above is all you need, nothing too dramatic and you would be standing out with a style like that.
46. Loose-Neck Sleeveless Gown With Pockets

One of the long gowns that have been in trend for a while now and would continue to be is the gown above, very casual and right for simple outings, the style can also be made more elaborate by adding more designs to it.
47. Tub Gown With Attached Bow

Lots of female-like tub gowns that are comfortable and not overly revealing, this is a style you can easily sew for weddings that are in a hurry, another design can also be incorporated into it to make a different style.
48. Off Shoulder Net Sleeve Mermaid Gown

Time to add some glamour to your long gowns, turn those boring gowns around a little and do something different and beautiful like the style above, it’s classy and splendid for all elaborate occasions.
49. One Hand Sleeve With Off Shoulder And Material Wrap

Image: @irene_amara1 // Instagram
Another trending long gown to add to your wardrobe is this style above, it’s gorgeous, more interestingly, you can wear it for casual and elaborate outings.
50. Two Strap Sleeve With Split

Stunning is the right word for this style, it is also comfortable and you can easily hit the dance floor at an occasion without further ado.
51. Off Shoulder Maxi Ankara With Pockets

Maxi gowns are very interesting styles to use for all occasions and that’s not all, there different ways you can even make your maxi gown look, all you need to add to this maxi Ankara style is some confidence.
52. Round Neck Ankara Style With Puff Sleeves

Another style that won’t take your tailor forever to sew is the style above, a simple but stunning style you can pull off with confidence.
53. Ankara Fashion Tub Style

If you like a little bold and daring in your style then you might want to take a second look at this. We must admit this style is fabulous and obviously trendy.
54. Maxi Ankara Gown

We just can’t stop admiring maxi gowns and here is another one that should spark some interest. A nice style for Sunday service.
55. Waist belt Plus One Hand Gown

Everyone should get a chance to rock what is in trend and this Ankara gown is one way to start.
56. Omotola Sexy Split Gown

This is a series of wow rolled in sexy, as a real Omotola sass added to it.
57. Net Shoulder Gown

This gown has a sweet appeal to it. A soft and interesting combination to wear to any occasion of your choice.
58. Split Gown With Steps

Love sassy with attitude? This definitely compliments it.
59. Strapless Tub Gown With Or Without Net

Are you bold and have some spark to rock this gown? This fabulous tub gown is exactly what you need to get your designer to make it for you.
60. Straight Side Split

There are just many amazing ways to put split in a gown and this is just one of those. it’s simple yet elegant and if I must say this is rocking my fashion boat soon.
Very beautiful styles.