STYLE NOTES · 2 MIN READ
Why navy and white feels so right.
A crisp colour combination with plenty of room for your personality.
Let the contrast do the work.
A navy body and white sleeves give a jacket a clear, confident shape. The darker centre frames your crest and lettering, while the lighter sleeves create space for a class year or a small personal detail.
Give your uniform a place in the picture.
Think about how the jacket looks with the clothes you actually wear to school. A shirt, tie or skirt can introduce extra colours and patterns. Keeping the jacket’s main palette simple can help the whole outfit feel considered.
Choose one detail to lead.
A large sleeve number, a chest crest and a name can work together, but they do not all need to be the same size. Pick the detail your class wants people to notice first, then give the others a supporting role.
Keep it yours after the last bell.
Your jacket can be part of school life now and a reminder of it later. Before finalising the design, imagine wearing it with your favourite everyday clothes. Choose something you will still reach for when matric is a memory.
KEEP THE IDEAS GOING
