Template guide
Panel-by-panel breakdown
This template has no printed dialogue. The story is told entirely through the artwork, so each panel below is described from the image.
Panel 1
A sunny city street lined with shops and trees. A man in a lavender sweater and a woman in a mint cardigan walk toward each other and both look startled.
Panel 2
Side by side, each raises both hands in a surprised wave with a puff of breath.
Panel 3
Close-ups of their feet: lavender sneakers on him, mint sneakers on her, the same style.
Panel 4
Each turns to show a crossbody bag, with circular close-ups of a lavender bag and a mint bag of the same shape.
Panel 5
Four small close-ups: lavender and mint earbuds, then matching bead bracelets on each wrist.
Panel 6
They stand close together on the street, each flashing a peace sign and smiling at the viewer.
What you get
- Canvas
- 9:16
- Cast
- 2 characters, replaceable with your own
- Type
- Outfit Coincidence
- Common remixes
- Change the matching items / Make it awkward / Use a different pair
Who this template suits
This template suits couples, best friends and fashion-minded pairs. The detail close-ups make a fun "spot the match" game for readers, and the colour coding keeps the two characters distinct. It fits fashion, couple and street-style accounts.
When it is not a good fit
It is not suited to sad or dialogue-heavy stories.
How to remix We Did Not Plan to Match
- 1Have the two characters approach from opposite sides and notice each other.
- 2Reveal matching items one by one in close-ups, each in the two signature colours.
- 3End with a shared pose, such as peace signs or a high five.
Ways to make it your own
Change the matching items
Phone cases, keychains, water bottles or the same book.
Make it awkward
End with them both walking away fast instead of posing.
Use a different pair
Two coworkers on the first day, or a parent and teenager.
Questions about We Did Not Plan to Match
Why two colours?
Lavender and mint keep each character readable in tiny close-ups. Pick two clear colours for your pair.
How many matches should I show?
The template uses four: shoes, bags, earbuds and bracelets. Three to five keeps the rhythm.
Does it need a city street?
The open street lets them approach from opposite sides; a campus or mall works too.
