Alison Oliver, the rising star known for her captivating performances, has graced the cover of The Sunday Times Style, but is her fashion choice sending a mixed message?

Posing amidst a backdrop of lush greenery, Oliver sports a curious ensemble: a cozy, floral-embroidered sweater paired with…culottes? Or are those some kind of oversized, avant-garde shorts? The look screams “I’m comfortable, but also ready to tackle the wilderness,” leaving us scratching our heads. Is this a bold fashion statement, a nod to the “gorpcore” trend, or simply a case of “I couldn’t decide what to wear, so I wore everything”?

The styling is definitely…a choice. The high-waisted, voluminous bottoms paired with the cropped sweater create an unusual silhouette that’s both intriguing and slightly perplexing. While we applaud Oliver for her willingness to experiment, we can’t help but wonder if this look is truly flattering or just plain confusing.

The “Into the Woods” theme seems fitting, given the natural setting, but perhaps a more cohesive outfit would have better captured the essence of autumnal style. Or maybe, just maybe, Alison is starting a new trend. Only time will tell if the woodland chic look will catch on, or if it’s destined to remain a one-off fashion moment.

What do you think? Is Alison Oliver’s cover look a fashion triumph or a fashion faux pas? Let us know in the comments below!