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Whether you were a teenager or not in the early 2010s, you will have probably seen a plethora of Alexa Chung’s style all over the internet. Alexa is undeniably the fashion icon of our era that surpasses just our generation. The muse has been faithful to her signature looks throughout these years, with her unique personal taste that goes far beyond trends.

Starting her career as a fashion model and TV presenter, Alexa is now a contributing editor for Vogue, continuing her influence within the fashion community. We wanted to remind ourselves of some of Alexa’s signature pieces that the fashion community now call wardrobe staples.

Button-up shirts are a personal favourite amongst the many. Alexa is well known to have combined button-up shirts with jean shorts, skirts and overalls ultimately bringing a more casual vibe to this originally tailored piece of clothing. Similar to the Tailored Blazer. An example of a classical piece ornamented into a casual everyday outfit. Alexa is the queen of making elevated pieces look effortless.

As we moved away from the low rise in the 90’s the high-waist line became the go-to for us millennials. From trousers, and jeans to skirts and shorts, Alexa’s style provided us with a chic touch to the trend, paired with this year’s shoe choice of the season. Alexa had a strong courtship with the Ballet flat and the classic Mary Jane. And let’s be honest, she was doing it long before we thought it was cool, and she continues to be faithful to it after all these years.

Fully enthralled in the indie era the graphic tee was a must-have in anyone’s wardrobe and Alexa did it best. From her Arctic Monkeys tee to vintage finds Alexa stuck to his particular piece when styling her outfits. This casual piece is something we usually take for granted but the graphic tee can make any look seem effortless and cool.

Overall we can describe Alexa’s style as chic and feminine, but effortless. Her way of combining vintage pieces with an electric touch doesn’t cease to surprise me, and it fascinates me how loyal to her style she is. Throughout the years, Alexa has been able to build and sustain a brand of her own, inspiring generations of fashion trends, and settling herself as the timeless fashion icon we know today.