A confident black woman with a short haircut wearing an elegant white embroidered gown inspired by We Love Her Dresses…How To Dress Like Anok Yai, featuring a plunging neckline and fluffy black sleeves, complemented by a statement silver necklace.

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We Love Her Dresses… How To Dress Like Anok Yai

If there’s one thing about all of these Anok Yai dresses, it’s that they’re beyond classic. No matter the brand or the occasion, Anok somehow makes everything look its very best. Luckily, snagging each of these looks aren’t all that hard. So whether you’re on the red carpet or not, you too can look like a celebrity with the help of a few lucky recommendations. We’ve compiled the best similar options to the fashionista’s closet from all ends of the market. Not only are there pieces perfectly suited for the average week day, but we’ve thrown in our favorite formal classics for your next special night out. Scroll to discover your new favorite Anok Yai dupes and your next go-to celebrity inspired dresses. We’re sure you’ll be just as obsessed as we were when we first saw them!

Anok Yai's Beloved Black

It’s no secret that almost every Anok Yai dress is black. Not only is the classic color well, classic, it’s also the most versatile base for any ensemble. Luckily, it works well with the chilly season, making it the perfect go-to this winter. The STAUD Mini Ilana Dress is great example of a dress you would likely find in Anok’s closet. While it’s simple, it holds enough power to transform you look completely. With some colored or metallic heels and an eye-catching handbag, you can take this plain old black dress and turn it into an iconic Anok Yai dress. It’s no wonder why the fashionista wears black so very often–we just might have to, too.

Shop Anok Yai's Dress Style

  • 16ARLINGTON Phaeton Feather-embellished Wool Dress

    $1,395
  • DRESS THE POPULATION Tahani Embroidered Lace Cocktail Midi Dress

    $348
  • BOTTEGA VENETA Structured-neckline Cotton-blend Twill Midi Dress

    $4,700
  • REBECCA VALLANCE Eva One Shoulder Mini Dress

    $605
  • FOR LOVE & LEMONS Camden Mini Dress

    $229
  • STINE GOYA Promise Floral Asymmetric Neck Velvet Midi Slipdress

    $540
  • 16ARLINGTON Solare Sequined Lace-up Midi Dress

    $1,490
  • SIMKHAI Camryn Mini Dress

    $595
  • SELF-PORTRAIT Square Crystal-embellished Mesh Gown

    $477

Anok Yai Style Staples

Anok Yai style staples are widely versatile. Whether you’re shopping for the everyday week or a special weekend, the style icon has it all. From fitted bodycons made for a date night to long, evening gowns destined for a ball, there’s a dress out there for you. The TOM FORD Exclusive To Mytheresa – Leopard-print Midi Dress is a great piece for those looking to infuse celebrity fashion in the most seamless way. Sometimes a little goes a long way, and this print is proof of that!

 

Similarly, the ELIZA J Velvet One Shoulder Gown makes simple look extravagant. After all, can you really ever get enough of staples like this? The more the merrier, and the better your ensembles will be to style and wear. So when it comes to the iconic Anok Yai style, don’t miss out on the simpler looks!

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