TELLS JOURNAL | Stories of Style, Choice and What Stays

Dark olive rain jacket with beaded droplets beside a darkened patch of wet outer fabric

FEATURED STORY

October 01, 2026

Why Is My Rain Jacket Wet on the Outside? Wetting Out Explained

A rain jacket can look soaked on the outside without leaking. Learn what wetting out means, how to distinguish surface wetness from moisture inside, and what to do...

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TELLS navy quarter zip sweatshirt showing a relaxed fit, clean collar and easy layering proportions

FIT GUIDE

STORY 1 September 06, 2026

How Should a Quarter Zip Fit? A Guide to Length, Layers and Proportion

A practical quarter zip fit guide covering shoulders, chest room, sleeve and body length, layering, sizing and everyday styling.

Camel TELLS crewneck styled as a warm, understated layer for an autumn first date

AUTUMN STYLE

STORY 2 September 06, 2026

What to Wear on a First Date in Autumn: A Quietly Confident Guide

A practical guide to first date outfits for autumn, with ideas for coffee, dinner, drinks and outdoor plans that feel confident and...

AUTUMN TRAVEL

STORY 3 September 06, 2026

How to Build a 10 Piece Autumn Travel Capsule Wardrobe

A practical 10 piece autumn travel capsule with versatile layers, comfortable shoes and a simple colour plan for stylish city trips.

TELLS oversized black cotton T shirt showing its deep colour and structured shape

BLACK CLOTHING

STORY 4 September 06, 2026

How to Keep Black Clothes From Fading: A Practical Cotton Care Guide

A practical guide to washing and drying black cotton clothes so they hold their colour, shape and character for longer.

TELLS heavyweight white long sleeve styled for a clean autumn outfit

AUTUMN STYLE

STORY 5 September 06, 2026

Can You Wear White After Labor Day? An Autumn Styling Guide

Yes, you can wear white after Labor Day. Here is how to make white T shirts, trousers and layers feel considered throughout...

Women’s white boxy T shirt styled as a clean base for a US Open courtside outfit

ATHLETE STYLE

STORY 6 September 06, 2026

What to Wear to the US Open 2026: A Courtside Style Guide

Updated for Naomi Osaka’s final walk-on look: a practical US Open style guide covering breathable day outfits, evening layers, comfortable shoes and...