Nobuntu demonstrates how functional workwear can be given a personal, feminine, and contemporary look. For young creative people, students, and models, personal style lies in finding a balance between simplicity and vibrancy.
She prefers pieces that look thoughtful and comfortable, often combining different shapes, textures, and silhouettes to create an image that reflects her individuality. Nobuntu views the aesthetics of workwear merely as a starting point for self-expression, mixing elements from men's and women's collections to form unique looks.
Her approach is not limited to traditional clothing categories. For instance, a voluminous silhouette from the men's line can harmoniously combine with a more fitted piece from the women's collection, creating the necessary contrast and balance.
Following the filming of Levi’s video about workwear with Nobuntu, there was a discussion about her styling methods, moving beyond conventional categories, and the criteria for choosing items that remain in the wardrobe longer than one season.
When asked what attracts her to workwear and how she incorporates functional items into her style, she replies that she is drawn to functionality and timeless design. Levi’s offers versatile basic models that can be combined with clothing of different textures, fabrics, and silhouettes, allowing her to create looks that are both simple and sophisticated. She appreciates a minimalist yet expressive style, especially pieces that accentuate the figure professionally and flawlessly.
For her, workwear is not just practicality, but a foundation upon which she can confidently and gracefully express her individuality.
Discussing styling outside of categories, she notes that clothing is fluid for her and not tied to labels. Levi’s men's line has loose and comfortable silhouettes that she likes to pair with more fitted pieces from the women's collection to achieve balance. This approach gives her freedom, allowing her to create looks that suit her mood and vision. For her, it is less about gender and more about how the item makes her feel and what story it helps tell through her style.
Regarding what makes an item worthy of inclusion in the wardrobe and keeping it for a long time, she says that when choosing, she considers how the item will combine with existing pieces and how it can be styled differently. Texture, fit, and silhouette are always important because they reveal the character of the item. Since she prefers simple outfits, the details must be expressive and set the tone for the entire look. She chooses items that seem durable, those she plans to live with and develop with, rather than just wearing seasonally.