Wear the unexpected.

Your favourite outfit might be the one you haven’t tried yet. A case for mixing things up.

WORDS BYSara TillaOctober 21, 2026
1 min read

The story

Personal style gets interesting at the point where the formula stops working. The practical shoe with a party dress. A tailored jacket over the oldest T-shirt in the drawer. An unexpected combination asks you to pay attention again.

Start with one familiar piece and give it a new neighbour. You do not need a whole new wardrobe, or a justification for every colour. Try the combination at home, move around, and notice whether it feels like an invitation or a costume.

Keep what makes you curious. Leave what makes you uncomfortable. The point is not to surprise an audience, but to enjoy getting dressed.

OUR WRITERSSara Tilla

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