The Style Audit: What’s worth buying from Uniq Clothing
THE STYLE AUDIT : OCTOBER '26
If you struggle to find your colours in store - this is for you!
Hi! I’m Carli, a Colour Consultant & Stylist and my aim is to help you find what you’re looking for.
That one dress that makes you feel like you can take over the world. Your confidence-boosting jeans. Your favourite pair of shoes.
You know just how much the right clothes can change the way you feel (and make getting dressed so much easier!) Yet, finding that perfect item can feel like a daunting task in the sea of retailers!
Or you’ve had your colours analysed but still find yourself standing in a shop thinking, “Wait, does this colour count as my season?!”
Shopping can get real confusing, real fast. Luckily for you, this stylist loves a shopping challenge!
I’m making it my mission to find out which colours, cuts and styles are actually worth looking for at your favourite retailers!
I’ll do the digging for you and show you what’s actually out there.
The goal? Less time wasted, fewer impulse buys, and more pieces you’ll actually love wearing.
Each month, we’ll explore a different retailer together. This month, we’re taking a look at Uniq Clothing by Checkers.
UNIQ CLOTHING BY CHECKERS
Uniq Clothing started opened its first stand alone store in March 2023 in Canal Walk.
The core focus of the brand is simple, comfortable items in superior fabrics at a reasonable price.
Uniq Clothing offers a variety of basics that can easily be mixed & matched, perfect for capsule collection curation. The brand also caters to the entire family with womenswear, menswear and kids’ fashion.
I visited their Waterstone Village & Somerset Mall branches and these are my findings.
FEATURED COLOUR SEASONS FOR OCTOBER
Spring is still being celebrated throughout multiple brightly coloured pieces in the collection.
Autumns and Winters also have a fair share of beautiful basics to choose from, while Summers take a bit of a back seat this month, mostly represented in soft white, chocolate brown and stone neutrals.
Overall, the options within this collection remain quite versatile.
SEAMS LEGIT?
As a stylist, I’m very happy to find yet another retailer that invests in quality & craftsmanship.
Every item of clothing is thoughtfully designed and made to last, pairing quality-tested fabrics with stylish and versatile designs. Perfect for the start of a capsule collection!
- No loose threads
- Neat stitching
- Quality fabrics in mostly natural fibers (cotton, linen, viscose knit, etc.)
- All finishes felt intentional and of great quality
My Verdict? It Seams Legit. 
COLOUR ME SOLD!
What I'd Buy For Each Colour Season
DISCLAIMER: I am a Soft Summer - any other season's colours will make me look tired/washed out. I am taking one for the team in order to show you the style of the garment, haha! So judge the item, not the mannequin.
WINTER
Black & White Gingham Shift Dress – R599.00
- Best for: All Winters
- Style Type: Loose fitting style with more volume around the hip area. Cute bow at the back. Also has pockets!!!
- Styling Tip: If you prefer more definition around the waist, I’d add a belt over the dress in a fun colour like red!
STYLING RECOMMENDATIONS
The dress is the star of the show. Keep accessories simple!
- Red Sunglasses (for a pop of colour)
- Black Mary Janes
- White Crossbody Bag
WINTER
Black Knit Shift Dress with White Trim – R699.00
- Best for: All Winters
- Style Type: Slightly heavier style dress that falls softly around the figure.
- Styling Tip: The dress is ankle length. If you’re on the shorter side (like me), wear a heel to balance out the look.
STYLING RECOMMENDATIONS
Elevate the dress with icy accessories!
- Black Pointed Toe Heels
- Chrome Silver Hoops
- White Textured Cropped Jacket witha Silver Trim
SUMMER / WINTER
Linen Coloumn Dress – R899.00
- Best for: Brown – Cool & Soft Summer
- Best for: Pink – All Winters
- Style Type: Soft woven linen that falls straight down.
- Styling Tip: The fabric is non-stretch and cut straight down with no extra space. (my hips barely made it in, haha!) I’d advise to go up a size if your body is more curvy or if you prefer more space to move.
STYLING RECOMMENDATIONS
Add some detail/texture with soft Summer colours or go a bit brighter for Winter!
- Dusty Rose Paisley Head Scarf
- Rose Quartz Necklace
- Brown Sandals
- Apple Green Handbag
- Multicoloured Bangles
- Beaded Pointed Toe Heels
SUMMER
Squareneck Striped Linen Coloumn Dress – R999.00
- Best for: All Summers
- Style Type: Soft linen dress with a cute back tie!
- Styling Tip: Be mindful of the high neckline as it may visually enlarge the bust line.
STYLING RECOMMENDATIONS
Summers prefer blended cool tones, like a dusty blue!
- Dusty Blue Oversized Blazer
- Brushed Silver Earrings
- Brown & Blue Sneakers
SPRING / WINTER
Cropped Structured Linen Top – R399.00
- Best for: Apple Green – Warm & Bright Spring
- Best for: Crisp White – All Winters
- Best for: Dark Blue Denim – All Winters
- Best for: Vivid Pink – Cool & Bright Winter
- Style Type: Structured Linen Top with neat style lines.
- Styling Tip: Pair with a contrasting neutral for a striking effect.
STYLING RECOMMENDATIONS
Create some contrast through black & white neutrals!
- Black Asymmetrical Skort (Winters only)
- Cream & Green Cap
- White Denim Short
- Striped Canvas Sneakers
SUMMER/SPRING/AUTUMN
Structured Blouse – R499.00
- Best for: Soft White – All Summers
- Best for: Vibrant Yellow – Warm & Bright Spring
- Best for: Olive – All Autumns
- Style Type: Lightweight structured blouse with gathers around the neck.
- Styling Tip: Be mindful of the gathers around the neck as they could add visual weight to the bustline.
STYLING RECOMMENDATIONS
Keep the vibe casual & simple with blue jeans, some sunnies and a nice tote bag.
- Black Frame Classic Sunglasses
- Straightleg Denim
- Canvas Tote Bag
SPRING
Orange T-Shirt Dress – R299.00
- Best for: All Springs
- Style Type: Soft yet good quality cotton that gently drapes over the body. Also has pockets!
- Styling Tip: Be mindful of the pockets as the extra volume on the sides could emphasise the hips.
STYLING RECOMMENDATIONS
Add some fun to the outfit! Pick one statement item and build your look around it.
- Classic Denim Jacket
- Statement Earrings
- White Sneakers With Orange Detail
SPRING
Orange & Pink Shift Dress – R599.00
- Best for: All Springs
- Style Type: Loose fitting structured style with volume around the hip area. Cute bow at the back. Also has pockets!!!
- Styling Tip: If you prefer more definition around the waist, I’d add a belt over the dress in a colour that matches the dress!
STYLING RECOMMENDATIONS
The dress does most of the leg work here. Just add simple accessories!
- Gold Drop Earrings
- Gold Sandals OR
- Colourful Sandals
- Peachy Pearl Studs
SPRING
Soft White & Lemon Yellow Striped Tee – R249.00
- Best for: Warm & Bright Spring
- Style Type: Soft knit, slightly heavier fabric that has a soft drape.
- Styling Tip: Be mindful of the high crewneck as it may visually enlarge the bustline.
STYLING RECOMMENDATIONS
Add warm, bright and fun accessories to match!
- Aqua Tinted Sunglasses
- Beaded Lemons Purse
- Denim Jacket
AUTUMN
A-line Linen Dress With Front Zip – R799.00
- Best for: Brown – All Autumns
- Style Type: Structured Linen Dress With A Front Box Pleat
- Styling Tip: The dress is woven & quite structured, be mindful of the fit around the bust area.
STYLING RECOMMENDATIONS
Add some interest to the outfit with texture, print or colour!
- Gold & Green Earrings
- Zebra Print Bag
- Cream & Lime Textured Loafer
- Animal Print Loafer
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HONOURABLE MENTIONS
Some lovely neutrals and co-ords feature in this collection! Mostly with a warm/yellow/rust undertone, perfect for Springs & Autumns. There are a few more black items for the Winters to indulge in, while the soft denim blue, cool stone and soft whites will work beautifully for Summers.
Wideleg Pants are also having a moment – these are my Top 3:
- Camel Linen Wideleg Drawstring – R399.00 (Springs – SO COMFY!)
- Wideleg Denim – R399.00 (All Seasons)
- Soft White Striped Wideleg – R499.00 (Summers)
All styles are available to shop in-store.
FINAL VERDICT
OVERALL SCORE: 7.5/10
Standouts and points to take into consideration:
- Beautiful basics that could easily fit into anyone’s current wardrobe. The pieces can make up a lovely capsule collection to mix & match with.
- Excellent quality, the pricing matches the value of the item.
- Uniq Clothing is the first South African retailer to introduce a self-checkout! Scan, pay & go about your day!
- While I love the new, bright colours that they’ve introduced into their stock this month, the collection caters mostly to Autumns, Springs & Winters. Summer pieces are few & far between, and only in neutrals.
Overall, if you’re looking for basics at a reasonable price that will last more than one season, Uniq Clothing is your girl!
Need a little help finding what works for you?
Explore my Colour Analysis and Personal Shopping & Styling services on my website,
or pop me a mail at carli@stylecraft.me
and we can chat about what you need.
With love, less guesswork & more confidence.
Carli x
StyleCraft Founder