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The Style Audit: What’s worth buying from Uniq Clothing

Carli Heystek — Fri, 09 Oct 2026 06:51:57 +0000

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

The Style Audit: What’s worth buying from Ovillo @ Truworths

Carli Heystek — Fri, 11 Sep 2026 06:25:05 +0000

THE STYLE AUDIT : SEPTEMBER '26

Let's face it - sometimes, shopping sucks!

That one dress that makes you feel like you can take over the world. Your confidence-boosting jeans. THE jacket.

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 starting off with Ovillo at Truworths

TRUWORTHS' NEWEST IN-HOUSE BRAND

Ovillo is a new in-house fashion brand from Truworths that offers a quiet-luxury and Mediterranean-inspired aesthetic for modern dressing.

The Spanish brand name translates to “ball of yarn” – a nod to the premium fabrics and exquisite garment construction of this collection. Focusing on elevated basics and a “quiet-luxury” take on everyday wear, this collection is designed for both men and women, featuring unisex options, tailored separates, dresses, essentials, and statement prints.

I visited their Canal Walk branch and these are my findings.

FEATURED COLOUR SEASONS FOR SEPTEMBER

Spring has officially sprung and Ovillo’s collection celebrates accordingly throughout multiple pieces of their collection.

Bright and colourful dresses in warm colours, vibrant linen co-ords and fresh neutrals create a Spring dominant palette this month.

While the Winters are represented through black neutrals and cool knits, the Summers & Autumns take a bit of a back seat.

Overall, the options within this collection remain quite versatile.

SEAMS LEGIT?

As a stylist, I know quality is a rare commodity to find these days.

It was SO refreshing to see the thought and care that has gone into the fabrics, trims, finishes and garment construction of the Ovillo collection.

No loose threads
Neat stitching
Quality fabrics in mostly natural fibers (cotton, linen, viscose, etc.)
Metal trims/hardware as opposed to plastic
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.

SPRING

Pink Watercolour Print Shift Dress – R1599.00

Best for: Warm & Bright Spring
Style Type: Loose fitting style with more volume around the hip area. Also has pockets!!!
Styling Tip: If you prefer more definition around the waist, I’d add a belt over the dress in a warm neutral.

STYLING RECOMMENDATIONS

Keep it light, fresh & simple with warm neutrals!

Scalloped Edge Crochet Bucket Hat – R350.00
Blush & Rose Pink Sunglasses – R650.00
Studded Suede Leather Barrel Bag – R1550.00

SPRING / AUTUMN

Green Linen Shirt & Pull On Pants – R1399.00 + R1599.00

Best for: Warm Spring & Warm Autumn
Style Type: Super comfortable set that skims over the body. Not too loose that the shape is lost or too tight to relax in – just right!
Styling Tip: Wear them as a set or separately. The shirt can be worn over a white tee or pair the pants with a soft knit for maximum coziness.

STYLING RECOMMENDATIONS

Add some detail/texture with Warm Spring neutrals or go a bit darker for Autumn!

Scalloped Edge Crochet Bucket Hat – R350.00
Gold Plated Drop Earrings – R240.00
Black Woven Textured Bucket Bag – R999.00
Black Double Buckle Leather Sandal – R750.00

SPRING / AUTUMN

Gathered Tie-Neck Sheer Shell Top – R1099.00

Best for: All Springs, Warm Autumn.
Style Type: Ultra soft, lightweight, slightly sheer blouse with soft balloon sleeves. Gently drapes over the body.
Styling Tip: Be mindful of the shoulder detail if you have a broader shoulder line or bigger bust line as it might bring attention to the area.

STYLING RECOMMENDATIONS

Balance the detail on the upper body with detail on the lower. Think printed trousers, flowy skirt, statement shoes! Keep accessories minimal.

Translucent Amber Sunglasses – R599.00
Blush & Rose Pink Sunglasses – R650.00
Studded Suede Leather Barrel Bag – R1550.00
Gold Plated Drop Earrings – R240.00

SUMMER / AUTUMN

Sage Green Belted Utility Jumpsuit – R1899.00

Best for: Cool/Soft Summer, Soft Autumn.
Style Type: Soft viscose linen blend, functional buttons.
Styling Tip: Be mindful of the length (it was a bit long for my shorter torso). A nice wedge heel would balance it out nicely!

STYLING RECOMMENDATIONS

The jumpsuit does most of the leg work here. Just add accessories!

Translucent Amber Sunglasses – R599.00
Blush & Rose Pink Sunglasses – R650.00
Studded Suede Leather Barrel Bag – R1550.00 (Soft Autumn only!)

WINTER / SUMMER

Sleeveless Button-Through Cardigan – R799.00

Best for: Powder Blue – All Summers
Best for: Vibrant Pink – Cool & Bright Winter
Style Type: Versatile soft knit.
Styling Tip: Pair with a contrasting neutral (black/white) for Winters. Blend softly with a similar denim colour for Summers.

STYLING RECOMMENDATIONS

Keep it simple! Winters look great in vibrant blacks & high gloss silvers, while Summers prefer blended cool tones.

Black Frame Classic Sunglasses – R599.00
Silver Colour Plated Hoop Earrings – R240.00
Blush & Rose Pink Sunglasses – R650.00
Grey Double Strap Mule (from INWEAR) – R460.00

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HONOURABLE MENTIONS

Some lovely neutrals feature in this collection! Mostly with a warm/yellow undertone, perfect for Springs & Autumns. There are a few more black items for the Winters to indulge in, while the soft denim blue, cool taupe and watercolour prints will work beautifully for Summers.

Embroidered Denim Dress – R1699.00 (Summers)
Black Embellished Pleat Detail Dress – R1399.00 (Winters)
Beige Satin Pleated Pull On Pants – R950.00 (A fave, SO COMFY!!! Summers)
Floral Printed Button-Through Dress – 1650.00 (Summers/Light Spring)
Beige Cotton Floral Embroidered Dress – R1850.00 (Springs)

All styles are available to shop in-store or online.

FINAL VERDICT

OVERALL SCORE: 8/10

Standouts and points to take into consideration:

Beautiful designs in a Mediterranean style as the brand promotes.
Excellent quality, the pricing matches the value of the item.
Whilst the brand has some neutrals for each season, the collection features colours that are Spring dominant.

The team at Ovillo have created a collection of items that not only feel luxurious and intentional, but is backed up by quality. This combination proves the items to be investment worthy, lasting far beyond a single season.

Need a little help finding what works for you?

Explore my Colour Analysis and Personal Shopping & Styling services on my website,

or pop me an mail at carli@stylecraft.me

and we can chat about what you need.

With love, less guesswork & more confidence.

Carli x

StyleCraft Founder