Welcome to Ray Darten - a vibrant and authentic online store offering African-made clothing for the modern woman. Our unique designs are carefully crafted with the highest quality African fabrics, featuring bold prints and vibrant colors that celebrate the beauty and diversity of African culture. Whether you're looking for a stunning dress for a special occasion or a comfortable yet stylish outfit for everyday wear, we've got you covered. Our mission is to empower women to feel confident, beautiful, and proud of their heritage through our designs. Explore our collections today and discover the joy of wearing African-inspired clothing from Ray Darten.
The Ejiro African Print dress exudes that regal feeling. Dare to stand out and have all eyes on you in this beautiful hand-made African Print dress. We creatively placed 2 contrasting patterns side by side which really brings this dress to life. It’s like wearing a work of art !!
Round neck
Length- 42 inches
Sleeveless
Lined
Back zipper
2 side pockets
100% cotton
Hand wash with cold water
Could be dry cleaned
Low iron
Juba African Print Dress
Regular price
$149.00
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An African print dress carefully made to make you feel like a queen. Pair it with heels and be ready to turn heads!. The dress boasts bold rich colors guaranteed to light up any room.
FEATURES:
Lined
Round neck
Back zipper
Petal sleeve
Two-sided pockets
Length: 40 inches
100% cotton wax
Color of fabric: Yellow, Blue and black
The model is 5 feet 8 inches wearing a size S
Care instructions
Hand wash with cold water
Could be dry cleaned
Low iron
Olumide Women's African Print Jacket Dress
Regular price
$179.00
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This handmade versatile best-seller could be worn as a dress, top or jacket. Wear it as a light jacket, pair it up with some pants and you are good to go during the colder months.
100% cotton
Fully lined
Two-sided pocket
Perfect round neckline
Front zipper (covered with fabric)
Long sleeve
Length: 40 inches
Color: Pink and black
Care instructions
Hand wash with cold water
Could be dry cleaned
Low iron
Hang to dry
We try to portray clothing as close to how they truly look but sometimes lighting may affect how the true colors really are.
Ayanda Women's Stretch Dress
Regular price
$109.00
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This mesh dress with an African print pattern is so fun, classy and stylish. We designed the dress with some ruching which makes this dress flattering on every body type. It also has some stretch. The color makes it perfect for your holiday parties.
Mesh fabric
Not our usual cotton African print/Ankara print fabric
V neck
Lined
Back invisible zipper
Long sleeves
Ruching design
Tulip style hem
Color- Red and Black
The model is 5 feet 7 inches wearing a size (S).
Care instructions
No ironing needed
Could be dry cleaned
Hand wash in cold water
Adeola Jacket Dress
Regular price
$499.00
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This is a one of a kind African made, the gold-embroidered masterpiece is sure to show off your elegance, class and hint of royalty. Going from a rigorous 3 step handcrafting process geared to make you feel like the queen you are!
Color of fabric: Plain black with gold embroidery
100% cotton
Perfect round neckline
Long sleeves with gold embroidery detail at the edge
Front zipper
Two-sided pocket
Fully lined
Length- 60 inches
Black dress is made from stretch cotton and embroidered with gold silk
Introducing the African print women's jacket-dress from Ray Darten - the ultimate versatile piece for your wardrobe! This outfit is a true expression of African fashion, with a stunning print that blends shades of white, pink, and black into a vibrant and eye-catching pattern.
This jacket-dress can be worn in three different ways, making it the perfect choice for any occasion. Wear it as a dress to a formal event, or zip it down and wear it as a jacket over a skirt or pants for a night out on the town. You can also wear it as a tunic over pants for a casual brunch with friends or a date night.
Crafted from high-quality materials, this jacket-dress is comfortable, breathable, and durable, making it a great investment piece for your wardrobe. The tailored fit will flatter your figure and make you feel confident and beautiful, no matter how you choose to wear it.
The unique African print adds a touch of culture and heritage to your outfit, making it a great conversation starter and a true statement piece. And with its versatile design, you can wear it time and time again, creating new and exciting looks with each wear.
At Ray Darten, we take pride in creating beautiful African fashion that celebrates the rich culture and heritage of the continent. This African print women's jacket-dress is no exception, and we're confident that it will become a staple in your wardrobe for years to come.
Color of fabric: Peach, navy blue, magenta and off white
100% cotton wax
Perfect round neckline
Bell sleeve
A line jacket dress
Front zipper
2 sided pockets
Fully lined
42 inches long
The model is 5 feet 7 inches wearing a size (S).
Care instructions
Hand wash with cold water
Could be dry cleaned
Low iron
Tiwa African Print Dress
Regular price
$199.00
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Check out stunning Ray Darten African Print Maxi Dress, the perfect choice for your next formal occasion! This dress is crafted with the highest quality materials and features a vibrant African print that is sure to turn heads.
Designed with a comfortable and flattering fit, this maxi dress is perfect for any body type. The flowy silhouette is perfect for dancing the night away, and the long length adds an elegant touch to any outfit. The dress also features a round-neckline, adding a touch of sophistication to the design.
Made with premium materials, this dress is both durable and comfortable, ensuring you'll look and feel great all night long. Whether you're attending a wedding, a gala, or a formal dinner, this dress is sure to make a statement.
So why settle for anything less than the best? Choose the Ray Darten Remi African Print Dress and step out in style at your next formal occasion!
FEATURES:
Round neck
~60 inches long
Sleeveless
lined
Back zipper
2 sided pockets
100% cotton
Fabric doesn’t stretch
Maxi flared dress
Model is 5'8” and wearing a size Small
CARE INSTRUCTION
Hand wash with cold water
Could be dry cleaned
Low iron
Adetola Jacket Dress
Regular price
$509.00
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Introducing the Adetola Jacket Dress – where sophistication meets versatility. This black beauty is more than just a dress; it's a African inspired statement piece designed to empower and elevate your style.
Key Features:
Timeless Black Elegance: The Adetola Jacket Dress boasts a classic black hue, adorned with meticulously embroidered threads. This timeless color exudes elegance and serves as the perfect canvas for intricate detailing.
Embroidered Excellence: Explore the artistry of the embroidered threads that grace this jacket dress. Each stitch tells a story, adding a touch of finesse to the overall design. The embroidery enhances the dress with a subtle yet striking allure.
Versatile Jacket Design: Unzip the possibilities with the Adetola Jacket Dress. Transform it effortlessly from a chic dress to a stylish jacket, allowing you to embrace versatility without compromising on style.
Inclusive Sizing: At Ray Darten, we believe fashion is for every body. The Adetola Jacket Dress is available in sizes from S to 4X, ensuring that every woman, particularly curvy and plus sizes can experience the grace and confidence that this piece exudes.
Quality Craftsmanship: Immerse yourself in the quality craftsmanship that defines Ray Darten. The Adetola Jacket Dress is expertly tailored to provide a flattering silhouette and ensure lasting comfort.
The Adetola Jacket Dress is not just an outfit; it's a versatile companion that adapts to your lifestyle. Celebrate your individuality, embrace empowerment, and redefine your style with this must-have piece from Ray Darten. Explore the Adetola Jacket Dress now – where every zip reveals a new dimension of elegance. #RayDarten #AdetolaJacketDress #EmpowerWithStyle"
Fully lined
Front zipper
51” long
Black dress is made from stretch cotton and embroidered with red silk
Introducing the stunning Ray Darten Aanu African Print Maxi Dress, the perfect choice for your next formal occasion! This dress is crafted with the highest quality materials and features a vibrant African print that is sure to turn heads.
Designed with a comfortable and flattering fit, this maxi dress is perfect for any body type. The flowy silhouette is perfect for dancing the night away, and the long length adds an elegant touch to any outfit. The dress also features a round-neckline, adding a touch of sophistication to the design.
Made with premium materials, this dress is both durable and comfortable, ensuring you'll look and feel great all night long. Whether you're attending a wedding, a gala, or a formal dinner, this dress is sure to make a statement.
So why settle for anything less than the best? Choose the Ray Darten Aanu African Print Dress and step out in style at your next formal occasion!
This African Print dress is elegance at its peak. Dare to stand out and have all eyes on you in this beautiful hand-made African Print dress. It's like wearing a work of art !!
Round neck
Length 44
Sleeveless
Lined
Back zipper
2 side pockets
100% cotton
Black, red
Hand wash with cold water
Could be dry cleaned
Low iron
The model is 5 feet 8 inches wearing a size (S).
Ayele African Print Jacket Dress
Regular price
$179.00
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This African print handmade versatile piece could be worn as a dress, tunic, or jacket. Wear it as a light jacket, pair it up with some pants and you are good to go during the colder months.
This is from the Ray Darten Basic line (RD Basics), this African print shirt/ dress is simple yet effortlessly sexy for the Summer and even Fall, if styled a certain way. It could be worn as a short dress or as a shirt, with pants.
Color of fabric: Red, pink, black
Long bell sleeves
Front zipper
Two-sided pockets
Front Length: 35 inches
Back length: 38 inches
Shirtdress
Unlined
The model is 5 feet 7 inches wearing a size (S).
Care instructions
Hand wash with cold water
Could be dry cleaned
Low iron
Mama African Print Jacket Dress
Regular price
$159.00
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Wear this exquisite African print made piece as a light jacket, dress or tunic during spring/summer, pair it up with some pants and you are good to go during the colder months.
This jacket-dress can be worn in three different ways, making it the perfect choice for any occasion. Wear it as a dress to a formal event, or zip it down and wear it as a jacket over a skirt or pants for a night out on the town. You can also wear it as a tunic over pants for a casual brunch with friends or a date night.
Crafted from high-quality materials, this jacket-dress is comfortable, breathable, and durable, making it a great investment piece for your wardrobe. The tailored fit will flatter your figure and make you feel confident and beautiful, no matter how you choose to wear it.
The unique African print adds a touch of culture and heritage to your outfit, making it a great conversation starter and a true statement piece. And with its versatile design, you can wear it time and time again, creating new and exciting looks with each wear.
Dress Color- Green and Black
Fully lined
100% cotton wax
Front zipper
Length 40
2 side pockets
African print
A line jacket dress
Bell sleeve
Model is 5'7 wearing a size 'S'
Care instructions
Hand wash with cold water
Could be dry cleaned
Low iron
My Surprise Jacket Dress $119 Regular Price $169
Regular price
$119.00
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Are you ready to receive a surprise print and color in the mail? Then this is for you! You may receive the item in the picture or something totally different but that’s what keeps it fun. The style, color and print may be different from the pictures but you’ll receive a jacket dress. Our artisans have taken time to carefully cut different prints, then put them together to make a unique one of a kind patch work masterpiece! The best part is that this collection is at a lower price than our other collections and 50% of the profit will go to charity (We’ll post about this in July). Don’t miss this! It’s a steal for the value you’re getting and it’s our way of saying thank you while you also get the opportunity to give back to the less privileged.
You can return if it doesn’t work out. No two items are the same, so exchanges are tricky and discouraged, but if we find one close enough, we’ll be happy to exchange.
You may not receive same color/print in the picture
This African print handmade versatile best-seller could be worn as a dress, top or jacket. Wear it as a light jacket, pair it up with some pants and you are good to go during the colder months.
This one-of-a-kind African-made gold embroidered masterpiece is sure to show off your elegance, class, and hint of royalty. Going from a rigorous 3 step handcrafting process geared to make you feel like the queen you are. Wear it as a dress, tunic or jacket, yep, 3 in one.
Color of fabric: Plain black with gold embroidery
Perfect round neckline
Cup sleeves with embroidery details at the edge
Two-side pockets
Front zipper
A-line dress
length- 42 inches
Fully lined
The model in frame (1) is 5 feet 7 inches wearing a size (S)..
Model is model in frame (2) is 5 feet 8 inches wearing a size (S)..
Care instructions
Hand wash with cold water
Could be dry cleaned
Low iron
Sisi African Print Dress
Regular price
$119.00
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This versatile dress is from the Ray Darten Basic line (RD Basic), the elegant African print dress could be worn to a wedding, a brunch with friends or worn during that dream vacation of yours. It has small cut-outs by the sides of the waist, that could be covered with a belt if preferred (belt included and see slide 4 for a picture)
100% cotton wax
Halter neck
Sleeveless
Self-tie belt
Elastic waist
2 cut-outs at the waist
2 sided pockets
Back zipper
Unlined
A-line dress
Color: Brown
The model is 5 feet 7 inches wearing a size (S).
Care instructions
Hand wash with cold water
Could be dry cleaned
Low iron
Juwon African Print Maxi Dress (Yellow and Green)
Regular price
$219.00
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Introducing the stunning Ray Darten Juwon African Print Maxi Dress, the perfect choice for your next formal occasion! This dress is crafted with the highest quality materials and features a vibrant African print that is sure to turn heads.
Designed with a comfortable and flattering fit, this maxi dress is perfect for any body type. The flowy silhouette is perfect for dancing the night away, and the long length adds an elegant touch to any outfit. The dress also features a round-neckline, adding a touch of sophistication to the design.
Made with premium materials, this dress is both durable and comfortable, ensuring you'll look and feel great all night long. Whether you're attending a wedding, a gala, or a formal dinner, this dress is sure to make a statement.
So why settle for anything less than the best? Choose the Ray Darten Juwon African Print Dress and step out in style at your next formal occasion!
Wear this exquisite African print made piece as a light jacket, dress or tunic during spring/summer, pair it up with some pants and you are good to go during the colder months.
This jacket-dress can be worn in three different ways, making it the perfect choice for any occasion. Wear it as a dress to a formal event, or zip it down and wear it as a jacket over a skirt or pants for a night out on the town. You can also wear it as a tunic over pants for a casual brunch with friends or a date night.
Crafted from high-quality materials, this jacket-dress is comfortable, breathable, and durable, making it a great investment piece for your wardrobe. The tailored fit will flatter your figure and make you feel confident and beautiful, no matter how you choose to wear it.
The unique African print adds a touch of culture and heritage to your outfit, making it a great conversation starter and a true statement piece. And with its versatile design, you can wear it time and time again, creating new and exciting looks with each wear.
Dress Color- Ash, black, white and blue
Fully lined
100% cotton wax
Front zipper
Length 40 inches
2 side pockets
African print
A line jacket dress
Three quarter sleeve
Model is 5'7 wearing a size 'S'
Care instructions
Hand wash with cold water
Could be dry cleaned
Low iron
Omidan (blue) Dashiki African Print Jacket Dress
Regular price
$179.00
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At Ray Darten, we pay homage to Dashiki's legacy through our Omidan Dashiki African print handmade Jacket-Dresses. The name "Omidan" translates to "lady" in Yoruba, embodying strength, elegance, and regality.
Our Omidan Dashiki Jacket-Dresses seamlessly blend the traditional Dashiki fabric with modern silhouettes, creating a versatile ensemble suitable for various occasions and lets you pull multiple looks. From casual gatherings to formal events, these dresses empower you to express your unique style with grace.
The Omidan Dashiki Jacket-Dresses go beyond fashion; it embodies the essence of Dashiki's symbolism. By wearing these dresses, you embrace African heritage, support cultural diversity, and contribute to the empowerment of women – a testament to Ray Darten's commitment to fostering meaningful connections through fashion.
This African print handmade versatile piece could be worn as a dress, tunic, or jacket. Wear it as a light jacket, pair it up with some pants and you are good to go during the colder months.
This jacket dress is the perfect addition to your wardrobe! This versatile piece can be worn as a dress or zipped down and worn as a jacket, making it the perfect choice for any occasion. The beautiful colors add a bold and vibrant touch to the design, while the length adds an elegant and sophisticated touch.
Crafted with premium materials, this jacket-dress is both comfortable and durable, ensuring you'll look and feel great no matter how you choose to wear it. The flowy and flattering silhouette is perfect for any body type, and the versatility of this piece means you can create multiple looks with just one item.
Whether you're attending a formal event, a wedding, or just looking to add a touch of elegance to your everyday wardrobe, the Ray Darten African Print Maxi Jacket-Dress is the perfect choice. So why settle for anything less than the best? Choose this stunning piece and step out in style at any occasion!
Fully lined
100% cotton wax
Front zipper
51" long
A- line Jacket dress
Two sided Pocket
Bell sleeves
Perfect round neck
Bell Sleeves
Colors: Brown, Navy Blue ,green and black
-The models are 5 feet 10 inches wearing a size 1X and
-5 feet 8 inches wearing a size S
Care instructions
Hand wash with cold water
Could be dry cleaned
Low iron
Longe African Print Jacket Dress
Regular price
$179.00
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This African print handmade versatile piece could be worn as a dress, tunic, or jacket. Wear it as a light jacket, pair it up with some pants and you are good to go during the colder months.
This African print dress is handmade with beautiful Ankara fabric and is effortless cute and elegant. Dress it down with flat sandals/sneakers or dress it up with a pair of high heels.
This stunning midi dress is the perfect blend of elegance, culture, and comfort. Made from high-quality African print fabric.
Designed to flatter every figure, the dress has a soft boat neckline that beautifully frames the collarbone, along with extended cap sleeves that give it a modern, structured silhouette.
The fitted waistline is gently ruched to accentuate your shape, while the A-line skirt flares out gracefully to a classic midi length, falling just below the knees.
Whether you're attending a birthday party, strolling through the streets, or enjoying a day at the beach, this dress is perfect for any occasion.
