Meet Symmy Tafuna’i — reporter, track runner, and all-around force. A lover of great books and bold style, she’s sharing her wardrobe must-haves, biggest inspirations, and favourite reads this month.
ILU Style Guide: Symmy Tafuna’i
Hi Symmy! Tell us about yourself what you do.
Talofa! My name is Symmy I’m from Avondale and rep the 685 cheehoo! I’m currently on my third year as a reporter. Simultaneously I’m also a 100m sprinter. I run my mouth and my legs. Crazy lol. When I’m not doing mahi in the newsroom or on the track you will find me in my room on my bean bag reading a book.
Best style advice you have been given?
Wear what you want and I stand on that.
Who are your personal style icons?
Miss Bella Hadid, Zendaya or Hailey Bieber. The girls are always girlyingggg!!
What are the three essential items in your wardrobe?
Currently it is low waist jeans or jorts paired with a tank top. It’s hot girl summer we outside wearing minimal clothing.
What books have you been reading? Any recommendations?
'The Book Thief', or 'All The Broken Places.' Talking about books I’m currently on my 73rd of the year and aiming to hit 80 by the end of the year (big ask). So my mates know if I don’t reply back to them…girls on a mission to get to 80!
Colour or neutrals?
Neutrals!
Symmy wears:
Scarlett Tie Shoulder Top — Black
Photography by Manihera Te Hei.
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