customerHazel
My experience with you and your…
My experience with you and your business is your care and concern about your customers. Your quality of your work is absolutely amazing. You make people feel important. Just want to thank you 🙏🏽

Afropenda – Faith. Culture. Affirmation. Loungewear BY Us, FOR Us.Afropenda is a Black woman-owned loungewear brand creating comfortable, stylish clothing designed specifically for Black women aged 45 and up. Founded in 2020 by Lena—a size 16 former Lane Bryant marketing professional—Afropenda was born from a simple frustration: Why couldn't she find loungewear that fit her curves, honored her culture, AND expressed her faith? Instead of waiting for someone else to figure it out, she built it herself.Every piece at Afropenda is crafted around three pillars: Faith (wearable scripture that grounds you in truth), Culture (designs that celebrate who we are, unapologetically), and Affirmation (words that remind you of your worth when the world forgets). This isn't just clothing—it's a statement. It's armor. It's finally being SEEN.Our signature hoodie dresses combine the comfort of your favorite hoodie with the coverage and femininity of a dress. Made from premium scuba fabric that's soft, durable, and wrinkle-resistant, each piece features thoughtful details like oversized hoods designed to accommodate natural hair and protective styles. Available in sizes XS through 5XL, our sizing is true to fit—no guessing, no surprises, no "plus-friendly" options that were clearly an afterthought.Afropenda serves women who've spent decades showing up for everyone else and are finally ready to show up for themselves. Women with curves who refuse to choose between comfortable and cute. Women who want their faith visible, their culture celebrated, and their bodies honored—all at the same time.This brand wasn't created in a corporate boardroom. It was built by a Black woman who understands your body because she lives in one just like it. Who knows the frustration of hoods too small for your hair. Who experienced firsthand what it feels like to walk into stores and feel invisible.Whether you're lounging at home, running errands, meeting friends for brunch, or simply wanting to feel wrapp
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customerHazel
My experience with you and your business is your care and concern about your customers. Your quality of your work is absolutely amazing. You make people feel important. Just want to thank you 🙏🏽
Sharon
Quality products in beautiful colors. Fabric is soft and washes well. I love boldly representing my cultural pride without saying a word. Customer service was extremely quick and responsive
Alison B.
Found this dress was true to size and description. Really enjoy the graceful lines and distinctive pattern. Great dress with pockets.
Maribeth D.
Customer service is super helpful and I love my dresses. Opted for the silk and they are perfect for summer heat. I’m tall and love the length. And so many cute options!
Daphne H.
I love the fabric, you can wear in any weather and you won’t feel overheated or cold.
shickmanjackson
Love my dresses. Love the way the fit my body.
C A.
Updated 8/18/2026: I initially thought this company, Afropenda, was fronting as a Chinese company but I am now convinced that they are black-owned. I requested milk silk because I wanted a breathable fabric for hot weather but the material used is polyester. So, that was my misunderstanding as to what milk silk was. They still have some construction issues with their garments but the owner was very responsive to feedback. The prints are still beautiful, but not as vibrant in the milk silk. I'm going to give them another chance with the cotton. UPDATE 8/3/2026 They gave me a full refund for the milk silk dresses.
Response from AfropendaJul 16, 2026
We're truly sorry to hear this, and we believe there may have been a misunderstanding. ❤️ Unfortunately, we couldn't find any email from you, so we haven't been able to look into your order or assist you yet. Could you please email us at [email protected] with your order number? Our team will carefully review your order, verify the fabric you received, and do everything we can to make things right if there has been any mistake. We genuinely appreciate the opportunity to help before you reach a final conclusion.
peecefulone
Great communications! Took longer than I anticipated but they were very good in responding to my inquiry. I love my dress, the color is bright and the material is very soft. Feels like smooth butter!. Great job!