11 Pieces That Make Up Alexa Chung's Autumn Capsule

As you know, Alexa Chung is one of our all-time favourite style icons here at Who What Wear UK. Season after season, she manages to absolutely nail the casual-but-still-put-together outfit that takes a lot more effort than it seems. Alexa looks cool on an average day, so when it comes round to fashion month, we know she’s going to pull out all the stops.

This season did not disappoint, and we’ve been keeping a watchful eye (aka swooning over her looks in the office) every time she’s stepped out. The coat-and-minidress look is a genius take on transitional dressing. The pink Simone Rocha trench proved that it’s okay to forgo beige once in a while. And let us not overlook that black suit (we’ve never seen one styled so perfectly).

Don’t worry, though—all is not lost for us mere mortals. We’ve searched the high street and found out that shopping Alexa’s looks isn’t as hard as it seems. Keep scrolling to see the outfits we’re adding to our baskets right now.

1. Going-Out Top, Jeans and Chunky Shoes

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We love this effortless nice-top–and-jeans look from Alexa. The black velvet and frills give it a vintage feel. It also appears she’s wise to use the power of chunky shoes for updating your wardrobe this autumn.

2. The Black Evening Suit and Metallic Shoes

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We all know a black tux is a classic, but Alexa has inspired us to dust ours off this party season with her black bra and metallic sandals. A chunky chain necklace (the jewellery piece of the moment) sets it all off nicely.

3. The Tweed Coat and Neon Knit

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This herringbone pea coat is the perfect weekend (or airport in Alexa’s case) cover-up. We probably all have one of these already (if you haven’t, the Mint Velvet style below is an obvious choice), but it’s the neon-yellow knit that really excites us here. We’re also glad patent boots aren’t going anywhere. Thanks, Alexa.

4. The Minidress and Maxi Coat

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This look makes us want to go out and buy a camel maxi coat immediately. It also makes us want to shave our legs so we can pull off all the miniskirt and dress styles we keep seeing everywhere. She tops it off with metallic Mary-Jane shoes. Classic Alexa.

5. The Pink Trench Coat and Classic Converse

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This is the trench coat of dreams. Yes, it’s way out of the average person’s price range, but we love how the pink brightens up a grey day, and the Stradivarius number below will do the same. Extra points to Alexa for dressing it down with classic Levi’s and trainers. 

Next, our autumn/winter 2019 trend guide.

Emily Dawes
Affiliate Editor

Emily Dawes is the very definition of a fashion multi hyphenate. An editor, stylist and writer with over eleven years’ worth of experience in the industry, Emily is known for her impeccable taste, elegant outfit choices and being able to spot the next big thing in fashion from a mile off. Our readers loyally trust her advice and shopping suggestions; so much so she began her own column documenting the most expensive-looking pieces on the high street, which has become a top-performing piece of content for the Who What Wear brand.

Emily has worked for Who What Wear UK since 2020 in a myriad as roles, spanning from contributing editor and branded content editor. Now, she holds the position of affiliate editor and is responsible for the brand’s overall affiliate strategy, ideation and content execution. Working closely with Who What Wear UK’s affiliate manager, Emily has been instrumental in securing and nourishing brand partnerships, surpassing her goals as standard. Leading the team in tentpole shopping moments including Black Friday and Peak Trading, with Emily’s guidance and leadership, team Who What Wear is in a stronger affiliate position than ever before.

Prior to joining the Who What Wear team, Emily served as YOU Magazine’s acting fashion editor where she managed the fashion team and oversaw all fashion content output for the fast-paced weekly title. Emily is a stylist in her own right, having worked with a slew of VIP clients including writer and television personality, Elizabeth Day, as well as styling and art directing several celebrity cover shoots for glossy print publication, Grazia. Her adept fashion knowledge means brands regularly sought out to work with her as a consultant: previously she has developed marketing and content plans for brands for Cocoon and Edge of Ember. Before entering the industry, Emily obtained a Bachelor of Arts in English and American Studies with International Study from Nottingham University. Fun fact: Emily spent a year studying in America which saw her join a sorority during her time there.

When she’s not working or tracking down the chicest, new-in items to share with our audience, you’ll find Emily bestowing her East London home with her stylish flair, reading everything from the classics to cowboy romance novels and escaping to the country with husband, baby boy and dog, Roo, whenever she can.

Emily is currently on maternity leave.