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FOR Alexa Chung, 2015 could see the start of a new chapter - that of fully-fledged fashion designer. Having successfully taken on the roles of model, TV presenter and author, the start of the year sees the launch of the collection that she has designed for AG Denim, and it's a sign of things to come.
"I imagine, or I hope rather, that I will become a full-time designer," the Vogue contributing editor told us, revealing that her criteria is a specific one. "I choose brands to work with based on whether I get on with the people in charge there, whether it's a brand that I already like, and how they would define my role in the relationship. So, at this stage if it's something that I can have full creative control over I am more inclined to do it."
Creative control is something that Chung has never lacked, she is more than confident making her own style choices, especially when it comes to being an English girl in New York.
"I pray to Sixties icons such as Brigitte Bardot, Jane Birkin and Francoise Hardy - and I ask the internet for advice via Googling 'Jane Birkin'," she said. But despite the French influence, Chung has remained true to her British roots.
"Having lived in New York for half of my twenties the only thing that I think it has served to do is make me fonder, or at least more romantic, about British dressing. I made a conscious effort when I got here not to dress like a downtown New Yorker and I made sure I had a lot cable-knit jumpers and schoolgirl skirts in my wardrobe."
No doubt Birkin and Bardot were reference points for her retro-peppered AG collaboration, a collection that she hopes will become wardrobe staples.
"I just wanted to make clothes that I would be really happy wearing. As well as making my dream skinny jeans, I wanted to make vintage-inspired jeans that felt comfortable like modern-day jeans do, taking old-school silhouettes but making sure that the modern technology that we have today would make them wearable." And big denim no-nos? "Awkward camel toes, holes in the bum or unflattering back pockets and things like that."
So to mark the launch of the collection, who better to show us how it should be worn than the BFC-declared style icon herself? Click through a week's worth of AG-infused ensembles that Chung styled for us over the Christmas break for ultimate new-year inspiration.
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The Grown-Up Way to Wear Jean Shorts
If you're in your post collegiate days, you're keenly aware that you can no longer get away with cutoffs that basically resemble denim briefs. That's not to say that jean shorts aren't our single favorite summer apparel staple. Au contraire—we love them! But it's all about choosing the right fit and styling them like the sophisticated woman you are.
So here are there are rules to keep in mind when shopping for, and subsequently styling, jean shorts:
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1. Inseam Length: The inseams of your shorts should be at least two inches long. A good rule of thumb is that you should be able to sit cross-legged without worrying about exposing anything.
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2. Opt for a rolled-hem style: Not only is a rolled hem a great way to vary the length of your shorts, but the makeshift tailoring also gives a more grown-up vibe to the youthful style.
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3. Style with a button-down: There are countless styling tricks that make any denim shorts style more polished and, thus, more sophisticated. One such trick is to tuck a crisp button-down into your favorite pair, but most classics will yield the same result (Think: Breton stripes, blazers, and the like.)
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4. Find your natural waist: Choose shorts to sit comfortably at your natural waist. If you have the legs to show off a slightly shorter pair, the extra rise will balance the shorts shape. If you prefer a longer pair, a higher rise will make your legs look miles long.
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5. Go long: Whether you prefer a tailored style or slouchy boyfriend fit, a longer shorts style is always age-appropriate. The transitional style allows for equal parts pairing with casual sneakers and city heels too.
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6. Don’t give up on the cutoffs: Though it’s time to rethink the denim cutoffs, it’s not time to say goodbye. At least not yet. When seeking out the beloved style, make sure to keep them a bit baggy, never tight. A looser, slouchy fit will cut down on the shorts-that-look-like-underwear feel. Consider cutting up an old pair of jeans to ensure the best well-loved fit.
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Summer Sandals for People Who Have Shy Feet
Jacey Duprie of Damsel in Dior in closed-toe espadrilles.
Sandals are a summer wardrobe staple, though there are those among us who prefer not to bare all when it comes to their feet. If you'd prefer a great pair of closed-toe flats to barely-there thong sandals, this story's for you.
It turns out that you don't need to turn your back on sandals altogether; there are a variety of options on sale now that offer a covered-up-yet-still-airy look. If you're toe-shy, try a pair of slides with wide straps or slingbacks that come up high on the vamp. You'll be showing only the tops of your toes and won't even need to touch up that pedicure.
If you're looking for more overall coverage, look for styles that have decorative details to distract the eye away from your feet and onto your beyond-chic shoes. The good news is that there are an abundance of styles this season that offer creative coverage in the form of fringe or detailed lacing.
We scoured the market for sweetest sandals that will provide you with the coverage you've been looking for and the cuteness you need (priorities, y'all).
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4 SUMMER 2015 FASHION TRENDS TO WEAR NOW
Summer 2015 Fashion Trend #1: Fringe Benefits
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Summer 2015 Fashion Trend #2: Sheer Ambition
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Summer 2015 Fashion Trend #3: Gingham Style
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Summer 2015 Fashion Trend #4: Overalls
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These summer 2015 fashion trends are great to try because they will have you looking sporty, modern and in the know. And who doesn’t want to show off to the world their fashion sense?
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