Alexa's back—in Blighty that is. Miss Chung has relocated to the big smoke from NYC and is on the cusp of launching her highly anticipated eponymous clothing line.
But it's not all work and no fun, as the 33-year-old found time to drop in on the ever-colourful Chelsea Flower Show, just as London's glorious heat wave kicked into gear.
Perhaps not wanting to compete with the kaleidoscopic display of flowers she knew she'd no doubt be posing in front of, Alexa chose a subdued, monochromatic look that effortlessly contrasted with her floral surroundings, and she adopted a light duster coat to balance out a thigh-high midi.
Of course, having spent several summers combatting Manhattan's sweltering summers, Chung knows a thing or two about breezing through a heat wave in style. From her loose-fitting nightshirt-style dresses that can be easily smartened-up in a flash via chic sandals to the way she uses light layers to prepare for an inevitable stripping session come midday, here's how our favourite Brit icon gets her hot-weather style in check.
Keep reading to see and shop Alexa Chung's summer vibes.
Style Notes: This may sound like an odd instruction for a heat wave, but you'll be glad of a lightweight cover-up when the sun threatens to scorch your shoulders or if you find yourself in an over-zealously air-conditioned space.
Style Notes: Covered-up but cheeky, boyish but still feminine, totally breezy to wear but still smart… This one shirtdress has a lot going for it. As Alexa often does, she grounds the high-summer components with black accessories.
With a snug tee in check, Alexa's added the one thing all denim addicts will agree is happening right now: the jean belt. Also, we like her Longchamp clutch bag.
Style Notes: Proving that vintage Levi cut-offs can be worn a million-and-one ways, Alexa's boho blouse and-trainers combination isn't one we'd automatically think of, but it works.
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Style Notes: Who needs more than an LBD and red lipstick when it looks this good? Alexa offsets the sass with some customised Superga sneakers and celebrity-ready shades from Gucci.
Style Notes: Who wants to tote around a heavy leather handbag or wear hot closed-toe shoes in this heat? Alexa Chung has it covered with this fabric tote and espadrille action. Also, strong shirt game via a past-season number from Shrimps.
Style Notes: With her Alexa Chung for AG skirt nodding to the '60s, it's no wonder the icon paired it up with a vintage-style tee from The Deep End Club.
Style Notes: There's almost nothing so retro and American as a ringer tee—so kudos to Alexa for wearing hers with equally vintage-looking ankle-swinger jeans and hanging out on the stoop.
Keep scrolling to shop Alexa's style…
This gilet is so good you could wear it solo as a dress.
Retro style without hitting the thrift store.
The simplicity of this frock sings.
Alexa's very own faves.
Make like Alexa, buy this in a larger size and let the belt loop go long.
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Levi's is always reliable.
Suitable for everything from picnics to shopping sprees.
A wrap-belt feature really updates this pinstripe shirt dress.
These will work with every outfit all summer long.Ready to get out into the sunshine? Then you'll need a must-have pair of sunglasses.
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