The hit Netflix series Sex Education is back with a new season and, yet again, captivated audiences with two things: memorable characters and bold, diverse fashion choices. The show’s take on teenage life and sexuality is reflected in the eclectic wardrobes of its characters. As we catch up on the lives of Otis and his friends, we have so many looks to take inspo from this season.
In this blog, we break down the distinctive styles of some of the key students of Cavendish College – Eric Effiong, Aimee Gibbs, Maeve Wiley, Otis Milburn, and Abbi Groves..
Maeve Wiley
Played by Emma Mackey, Maeve Wiley is the epitome of cool and edgy. She barely gets out of her leather jacket but that is what makes her look all the more special. Her style reflects her personality – an independent spirit and confidence. Maeve is often seen in an array of leather jackets, skirts, shorts, and T-shirts. She mostly wears combat boots or regular boots with her outfits. For accessories, she wears layered necklaces, hoops, lots of chunky silver rings, and her signature nose ring. Maeve’s fashion choices give her a rebellious and alternative edge, mirroring her non-conformist attitude.
Not only does Maeve rock the punk-inspired look, but her makeup and accessories add an extra layer of personality to her style. She often sports smoky eye makeup and has coloured hair, adding to her mysterious and alluring aura.
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Portrayed by Asa Butterfield, this character is in stark contrast to Maeve’s style. His wardrobe is characterised by its preppy, schoolboy charm. He is the show’s protagonist and his style is a nod to his nerdy, academically inclined character. He is typically seen in his beige-red-blue bomber jacket – that’s it, that’s his style. However, we do see Otis in button-down shirts, striped T-shirts, and neatly pressed trousers occasionally. One can mostly spot earthy tones in his wardrobe. Otis’ style reflects his reserved and somewhat introverted nature.
The jacket symbolizes his innocence and the struggles he faces as he navigates adolescence. Otis’ style evolution throughout the series mirrors his personal growth and newfound confidence.
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Eric Effiong, played by Ncuti Gatwa, brings an explosion of colour, glitz, and flamboyance to the series. His fashion choices are a celebration of his unapologetic personality. He and his style are all about self-expression and breaking boundaries. He exudes vibrancy with bold colours, daring patterns, florals, animal prints, and a lot of statement pieces. He is never afraid to push the envelope with his choices and his outfits are a reflection of his confidence and self-acceptance.
His makeup looks are to die for! From neon eyeliners and shimmer eyeshadows to heavy highlighter and contouring, he can pull off anything! This is your cue to turn heads by dressing as Eric this Halloween. You can wear a suit or a colourful romper and accessorise like him as a testament to his fearless spirit.
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Aimee Lou Wood plays Aimee Gibbs – a classic “girl next door” with a modern twist. Her style is sweet, feminine, and fashionable, all in one. Aimee’s wardrobe is full of pastel colours, cute dresses, ruffles, and unique accessories – it’s giving us a cottagecore aesthetic. She exudes a sense of innocence and vulnerability through her fashion choices.
You will often see her in pretty floral dresses, ballet flats, and dainty jewellery such as pearl chokers or cherry earrings. Her hairstyles are usually soft curls and curtain bangs, which are feminine and add to her charming and approachable aura. You can take inspiration for beret hats from her since she has a lovely collection of those. Her style reflects her desire to fit in and be seen as a normal teenager, despite the chaos of her life.
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The newest addition to Sex Education’s latest season, Abbi Groves, portrayed by Chinenye Ezeudu, brings a unique perspective and fresh style to the screen. As a non-binary character, Abbi’s fashion choices are a blend of gender-neutral and eclectic elements which make the styling bit all the more exciting. Their wardrobe features tank tops, mesh tops, turtlenecks, printed jackets, mix-and-match patterns, oversized clothing, and everything colourful!
They emphasize individuality and self-expression through their personal style, which is a reflection of their journey to self-discovery and embracing their true identity.
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Twenty Dresses by Nykaa FashionSex Education not only offers a unique perspective on the struggles and triumphs of adolescence but also showcases an array of diverse and compelling fashion choices. Personalities, identities, and journeys of self-discovery are expressed by the show’s characters through their style. From Maeve’s punk rock vibe to Eric’s flamboyant style, each character’s style is telling a story that has added depth to the narrative of the show making it more relatable for the audience. It will be fascinating to watch the characters and their fashion choices evolve as the series continues.