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COLOUR STORIES · 2 MIN READ

Your school colours. A whole new chapter.

From green and gold to navy and white, find a combination that feels like your class.

Learner wearing a green and gold hooded matric jacket

Start with your school’s identity.

Your colours already carry years of assemblies, sports days and shared traditions. Use them as your starting point, then decide which colour should lead. A darker body with contrasting sleeves gives each colour its own space without making the jacket feel busy.

Try the details together.

Look beyond the body and sleeves. Cuffs, the collar, pocket trim and lettering all affect the finished design. Try a light stripe to connect contrasting panels, then check that your name and crest stand out against the fabric behind them.

Make two versions, then compare.

Use the designer to create one bold combination and one quieter option. Keep the lettering and placement the same so your class can compare the colours fairly. Save both designs before deciding which feels most like you.

Confirm the real colours.

Screen colours are a useful starting point, but they are not a fabric swatch. Share your school’s colour references and ask your supplier to confirm the available fabrics and thread colours before approving production.

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