She described it as "pretty much my dream job". [33] Chung also hosted a T4 fashion and music show called Frock Me, with fashion designer Henry Holland. [8], Chung was scouted after being seen in the comedy tent at the Reading Festival at the age of 16. After four years, Chung quit modelling with the intention of beginning an art foundation or fashion journalism course, having become disillusioned. In September 2008, Chung walked the catwalk as part of the Vivienne Westwood Red Label Spring/Summer 2009 show at London Fashion Week. “The thing with Alexa is that she’s the whole package, and it was around the same time that she started really getting noticed for her style that we went for the shorter cut,” Chung’s hairdresser George Northwood previously told Vogue. [27][28], Chung launched her own fashion label, Alexachung, in May 2017. Her father is of mixed Chinese[7] and English descent, while her mother is of English descent. And while Chung may have cut her latest bob herself given lockdown restrictions, Northwood still more than approves of her “going back to the start” hair-wise. Generally styled by friend and long-term collaborator George Northwood - who is frequently asked to recreate "The Alexa" at his London salon - Chung flits between her signature casual waves, sharp bobs and pretty up-dos. According to The Guardian, 380 "Alexa" bags were sold in one week alone in November 2010, and the company cited the bag's popularity for increased sales at its UK and international stores that year. 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The style coincided with the model’s rise as a fashion influencer in the Noughties (she was awarded the Style Icon Award three times at the British Fashion Awards). Combining Parisian chic with a New York edge, as well as the very British sense of humour, it is inspired by everything from Jane Birkin’s insouciance to David Hockney’s stripy sweater."[31]. Chung then joined London-based modelling agency Select Model Management and, in April 2009, she modeled Wren's Holiday 2009 collection, alongside her friend Tennessee Thomas. You can always count on Alexa Chung for preppy style inspiration. [43] In June 2020, Netflix announced it was cancelling the show after one season.[44]. [32] Chung then moved to Channel 4, where she guest presented Big Brother's Big Mouth and appeared as a panellist on quiz show 8 out of 10 Cats. I did my invisible layering technique on her, and she loved it. She hosted a number of T4 Movie Specials, 4Music Specials, T4 Holiday Mornings along with T4's coverage of many music festivals. [36] She returned to UK TV screens in April 2010 with a second series of Frock Me. [33] As well as her work on T4, she became a long-time host of Channel 4's early morning music programme Freshly Squeezed beginning in September 2007. In 2012, Chung soon became the founding co-host for the nightly music show Fuse News. [52] In 2016, she returned to London to launch a clothing label. In fact, the hairstylist – who also works with Rosie Huntington-Whiteley and the Duchess of Sussex – immediately took to the comments to declare, “You and a bob are a match made in heaven.” Notably, he’s not the only one to admire the chop, with French It-girls Caroline de Maigret and Josephine de La Baume chiming in on Instagram with a simple “yes” and a stream of fire emojis, respectively. In July 2009, Chung moved to NEXT Model Management and became the face of DKNY Jeans. [25] At the British Fashion Awards of 2011, 2012 and 2013, Chung won the British Style Award, for which the public voted. Alexa Chung (born 5 November 1983) is a British writer, television presenter, model, and fashion designer. In June 2009, she was made a contributing editor of British Vogue. [14] In January 2011, Chung was announced as the face of Italian sneaker brand Superga, in a campaign to mark their 100th anniversary. ALEXACHUNG is the eponymous fashion brand by Alexa Chung. Alexa Chung’s Met Gala 2019 moment began months ago during a trip to London’s Design Library. [9] She modelled for teen magazines, such as Elle Girl and CosmoGIRL!, and worked for companies including Fanta, Sony Ericsson, Sunsilk, Urban Outfitters, and Tampax. The show was cancelled in December 2009. She had developed a "distorted body image" and "low self-esteem" through modelling. [12] Chung was the face of South Korean brand MOGG's Spring/Summer 2010 campaign. She said, ‘You’re going to cut my hair forever!’ And so far she has stuck to that.”, And while it’s hard to imagine Chung’s bob ever being controversial, Northwood explained that the chop did feel risky at a certain point in the Aughts. “For ages she couldn’t move away from her long hair, because as a model you have to look the same as you do in your book, but I distinctly remember her coming in one day and saying, ‘Oh, I’ve got this new job with T4…’ and I just thought, ‘You’re going to be massive.’ So, we cut it short, and her face just came to life. Welcome to Alexa’s World ALEXACHUNG is a fashion brand, born in London 2016, the brainchild of Alexa Chung, the human. Alexa Chung may be well-known for her keen fashion eye, but her perfectly tousled hair is equally worthy of attention. Also that year, she received Glamour's at the magazine's annual award ceremony. Chung wrote a monthly column for British women's magazine Company from October 2007 to June 2008. 4.2m Followers, 1,047 Following, 6,271 Posts - See Instagram photos and videos from Alexa Chung (@alexachung) She was accepted at King's College London to study English and Chelsea College of Arts to study art, but at the age of 16 was scouted by a modelling agency before attending. [40] From September 2015, Chung will host an online documentary series for Vogue UK. [10] She appeared in music videos for artists including the Streets, Westlife, Delta Goodrem, Reuben and Holly Valance and starred as Jake in a scripted reality show called Shoot Me, broadcast on Fashion TV in 2005. The 37-year-old started considering a hair transformation earlier this month after playing around with Instagram filters – teasing her faux rose-gold locks on her Instagram Stories with the note that she’d apparently had the “wrong hair colour” her entire life. To assemble Alexa Chung’s off-beat Christmas fashion look, you’ll need: one Breton jumper, one pair of classic denim dungarees, retro sneakers, a duffle coat and a woolly beanie. [21] She frequently appears on best-dressed lists, is a regular model for Vogue, Elle and Harper's Bazaar and is often seen in the front row at fashion shows. Alexa Chung Robots, Karaoke And Teppanyaki: Behind-The-Scenes On Alexa Chung’s Trip To Japan Vogue joined Alexa Chung at the Tokyo launch of her “Virginia” collection and for the three days of celebrations that followed in the Japanese capital. When the show was mentioned in a later interview, "Chung raise[d] her eyebrows, indicating embarrassment". A video of the most beautiful girl on earth on alexa chung's show No Christmas jumpers in sight. Chung and co‑host Alex Zane also presented a weekly radio show called Popworld Radio. She then wrote a weekly newspaper column for Britain's The Independent from November 2008 to June 2009, titled "Girl About Town" and later "New York Doll." [49] In a 2013 interview, Chung stated that Turner remained her "best friend. [13] She was announced as the first celebrity face of Lacoste in June 2010, appearing in both the TV and print advertising campaigns for their "Joy of Pink" fragrance. The live show featured interviews with television and film stars as well as segments devoted to fashion on the red carpet. This content is imported from YouTube. In January 2010, she became the main model of the Spring/Summer 2010 Pepe Jeans London campaign and reprised her role for the Fall/Winter 2010 campaign. In January 2010, the designer handbag company Mulberry debuted the "Alexa," a much sought-after bag named after and inspired by her. [7][8] Growing up she had a pony and took dancing classes. She has authored the book It (2013)[3] and launched her eponymous fashion brand in May 2017. Not all lockdown haircuts are created equal, as Alexa Chung proved with an impulsive DIY chop on 20 February. [22], In February 2010, Chung collaborated with J.Crew's Madewell on a womenswear line which was unveiled during New York Fashion Week. In April 2006, the then-model Chung was offered the job of co‑host on Popworld on Channel 4, a music show known for its irreverent and awkward style of interviews. Happy New Year to you all! [29][30] On its official website, the brand says its vision is "to create clothes that people want to wear. [15] In February 2012, she took part in the London Fashion Week show for designer Stella McCartney, where she acted as a guest assistant to magician Hans Klok in a number of illusions including being levitated and sawed in half. She talked to Vogue about fuss-free beauty, her fragrance of choice and why nobody touches her brows but her. The recipient of numerous style awards, Alexa has won the prestigious British Style Award (voted for by the public) three years in a row. She hosted T4's Vanity Lair, a reality show investigating the concept of "beauty". Not all lockdown haircuts are created equal, as Alexa Chung proved with an impulsive DIY chop on 20 February. Chung lived with fashion photographer David Titlow, twenty years her senior, for three and a half years from 2003 to 2006. In early 2009, she became the face of British High Street giant New Look. In 2008, she was the face of Australian fashion label Antipodium's SS 2008 collection and Oxfam's ethical fashion range, Revamped. Chung is a muse to many fashion designers because of her distinctive personal style. Chung left Channel 4 and the United Kingdom in April 2009 to pursue a career in the US. (not affiliated with the real Alexa in any way, just a fan account) She has interviewed designers such as Karl Lagerfeld and Christopher Kane for the publication, and wrote a cover story about Kate Upton. [4][5][6], Chung was born in Privett, Hampshire, the daughter of Gillian and Phillip Chung. [37] In January 2011, she co‑hosted NBC's "2011 Golden Globe Arrivals Special" with Carson Daly and Natalie Morales. [34] On the programme, Chung roadtested the latest fashion trends with members of the public, and interviewed fashion designers such as Roberto Cavalli, Karl Lagerfeld, Jean Paul Gaultier, Margherita Missoni and Christian Lacroix. In mid-2008, Chung began to host more fashion-oriented programming. “I first met Alexa… when she came in as a Storm model – I used to do all of the new faces’ hair for their books. Alexa Chung interviews the band about how they deal with their rise to popularityI do NOT owe this..all rights to Fuse News [35] She hosted the Diesel U Music Awards and the Elle Style Awards. [39] Chung has since worked on 24 Hour Catwalk, acting as the host and a judge. "[50] The former couple was seen together on a number of occasions in 2014. She was the "roving reporter" on Channel 4's "Gok's Fashion Fix". At the time, Kate Moss had long hair, Sienna Miller had long hair… It was a breath of fresh air to see a girl with shorter hair making it look cool.”. The designer’s first full-length video will focus on the gown she’s creating for the 2019 Met Gala. The 37-year-old started considering a hair transformation earlier this month after playing around with Instagram filters – teasing her faux rose-gold locks on her Instagram Stories with the note that she’d apparently had the “wrong hair colour” her entire life. 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Alexa Chung (born 5 November 1983) is a British writer, television presenter, model, and fashion designer.She has authored the book It (2013) and launched her eponymous fashion brand in May 2017. In December 2013, it was announced that Chung would be leaving Fuse News to focus on other endeavours. A bit late, but one of my life goals is to educate the world on the full lyrics to that traditional NYE Song, Auld Lang Syne. [16][17], Chung worked with Tommy Hilfiger as a guest editor for their Fall 2014 collection, and modeled their clothes. "Alexa Chung is one of my favourite people," said Derek Blasberg, YouTube's fashion and beauty director, after the announcement was made. [41], She launched her own YouTube channel in May 2019; in a statement, she said: “It’s an incredibly exciting prospect as I can’t wait to share unfiltered original content through a host of videos spanning fashion, art, travel and other random things.”[42], Chung joined Queer Eye's Tan France as co-host of the Netflix original fashion competition show Next In Fashion, which debuted on 29 January 2020. Commenting on Chung’s debut on the video sharing platform, YouTube’s Fashion and Beauty Director Derek Blasberg said in a statement: “Alexa Chung is one of my favorite people. Shop for ready-to-wear Denim, Shoes, Dresses, T-Shirts and more on the official ALEXACHUNG site. [18] Chung became the face of Longchamp in 2013 and by 2015 she had appeared in her fourth campaign for the fashion brand.[19][20]. Alexa Chung | Pinterest about British model, television presenter, and fashion icon, Alexa Chung. [53], In an Instagram post on the 28th of July 2020, Chung revealed her endometriosis diagnosis and urged more awareness on the disorder. One of the most recognisable faces in fashion and beauty, Alexa Chung's career has spanned modelling, presenting, writing and now, designing. [38] Chung presented the iTunes Festival in July 2011. Expect a million copycat haircuts to follow. She is also a contributing editor to British Vogue. [24], In December 2010, Bryan Ferry, on behalf of the British Fashion Council, presented Chung with the British Style Award which "recognises an individual who embodies the spirit of British fashion and is an international ambassador for the UK as a leading creative hub for fashion" at a ceremony at the Savoy Theatre in London. [11], After she became a TV personality, Chung made a return to occasional modelling. In January 2008, Chung became one of the four anchor T4 presenters. And Alexa Chung is a prime example, as this video of her cutting her own hair demonstrates. Alexa Chung is a model and the co-host of the daily music television programme Fuse News, airing in the US. [26] In 2015, Chung collaborated with AG Jeans on two collections. [27] Chung's first book, It, was released on 5 September 2013. In October 2010, she began hosting Gonzo With Alexa Chung, an informal British chat show previously hosted by Zane Lowe, for MTV Rocks. Alexa Chung + YouTube As part of a wider YouTube strategy led by YouTube’s Head of Fashion, Derek Blasburg, to bring fashion to the platform, Little Dot Studios were tasked to grow and retain an actively engaged community for model, TV personality and fashion designer Alexa Chung. Alexa Chung has launched her very own YouTube channel, giving fans a behind-the-scenes look at her glamorous life. [51], She dated actor Alexander Skarsgård from 2015 to early 2017. Getty Images. The song celebrates the launch of Alexa Chung’s eponoymous brand, and is classic Mike Skinner.The video shows Alexa Chung narrating her way through Ireland, from the iconic Lismore Castle (The Irish seat of The Cavendish family - of Chatsworth fame) to the dive bars of Cork, wearing selected looks from her debut collection. 71.3k Likes, 277 Comments - Alexa Chung (@alexachung) on Instagram: “YouTube kneecap” [8] Chung attended secondary state school at the local Perins School and spent sixth form at Peter Symonds College, Winchester. A jacquard jacket dating back to 1760s France planted a seed of inspiration for a delectable print that deserved to be shown off. Of course, she's stylish, but she's also quirky, witty, and has a unique perspective on just about everything. [8] In addition to her Channel 4 commitments, Chung presented the ITV1 series Get a Grip (2007) and BBC Three's The Wall (2008). The live, daily show—billed as TRL's replacement—featured celebrity talk, live music and online interaction with viewers. From the budget moisturiser you can get in your local pharmacy to the secret to her hair, brows and fresh face, Alexa Chung shares her ultimate beauty buys with British Vogue, as … Alexa Chung plays Ask Me Anything with ELLE, where she reveals her tips for healing heartbreak, embarrassing herself in front of Beyonce and her T4 presenter days. Chung’s is the second of eight classes from British Vogue and YouTube’s new Vogue Visionaries series, which sees experts from the worlds of acting, beauty, music and more – from Naomi Scott and Sam McKnight to Celeste and Patricia Bright – impart their words of wisdom and advice on how to succeed in their chosen field. [8] In 2009, Chung was awarded the Elle Style Award for "Best TV Presenter" and Glamour's award for Best TV Presenter in 2009.

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