Welcome to our latest style series – Style DNA – where we breakdown the key elements + pieces that define style stars’ in the fashion, beauty, music, and film industries signature style or style DNA as we like to call it. Come along as we uncover the secret(s) behind their unique je ne sais quoi.
Building your own style DNA takes patience and a lot of dedication. But most of all, building your style is always a work in progress. However, style maven and it-girl, Alexa Chung, has always been one of fashion’s notable personalities through her personal style and sartorial tastes. Her style trademark includes a fusion of both feminine and masculine silhouettes. With her influences revolving around Jane Birkin and Mick Jagger, she’s demonstrated the perfect mix of french new wave and Brit grunge. And although one’s personal style can go through lots of experimentation, Alexa’s consistency has allowed her to establish a distinct and polished style with pieces that are quintessentially her. Allow IN THING to breakdown Alexa’s style DNA as we course through pieces you won’t see her without. Read through below.
DRESSY FOOTWEAR
Alexa Chung’s choice of footwear revolves around simple yet posh selections. The ballet flat, loafers and boots are always in her rotation. She styles this with either a skirt, dress, trousers or jeans. This specific element of an outfit makes it effortlessly chic.
TAILORED ELEMENTS
Styling isn’t always about the pieces, it’s also about how it fits and flatters your figure. Alexa teaches us the principle of proportions through tailoring. Nothing is ever too loose or tight with her outfits. She makes sure her pieces fit just right as well-fitted clothes can impact the whole look.
STRIPED SHIRTS
Just how everyone has a white shirt in their wardrobe checklist, Alexa’s core essentials include a striped shirt. Inspired by French or Parisian elements, her go-to outfit is either a button down or a striped tee with trousers.
STRUCTURED BLAZERS
How can we forget about blazers? Whether it’s fashion week or brunch out with friends, a blazer is considered an Alexa trademark for style.
MINI AND MAXI SKIRTS
Through the spectrum of both mini and maxi skirts, Alexa switches depending on her mood or the weather. A mini or maxi skirt layered with her knits and a coat is considered her fall uniform.
OVERSIZED JACKETS AND COATS
Last but not the least, for Alexa jackets and coats are always a key piece in the fall. And she shows us that layering is key no matter what season is upon us. She switches her bralettes to knits in the fall and vice versa in the summer. Head on to IN THING’s to see our latest fall coat edit of the season.
