Fashion
13 Reasons Jessica Alba Is Still a Style Star
For those of you who still vividly remember watching The Secret World of Alex Mack and Never Been Kissed for the first time, it may seem like just yesterday when Jessica Alba skipped into Hollywood with her bright smile and oh-so-'90s style. But the actress turns 33 on Monday, and her style has changed from quirky starlet to relaxed Hollywood glamour over her two decades in the spotlight. Here 13 reasons why Jessica Alba is still one of Hollywood's chicest stars.
She Understands the Power of a Scarf
Ms. Alba has a way of making every ensemble into something extraordinary, and I suspect it has to do with her omnipresent scarves. Whether draped casually around her neck or folded into an oversize coat, the former Dark Angel actress understands that a beautiful scarf can truly transform an outfit.
She Makes Jean Jackets Look Cool Again
There’s a fine line between simply wearing a piece of clothing because it’s trendy and actually owning the style, and Jessica Alba manages to do the latter with the humble jean jacket. Whether worn over a long striped sweater and leggings or paired with a drapey top and the chicest cargo pants I’ve seen in quite some time, Alba knows how to rock her jean jacket in a modern way.
She's Not Afraid of Pink
Despite the apparent stigma attached to pink clothing until recently, Jessica Alba embraces the color wholeheartedly. And considering how gorgeous she looks in the shade, I don’t blame her.
She Rocks a Modern Tuxedo
Tuxedo dressing has developed a cult following over the past several years, and Jessica Alba is leading the pack. The actress pairs hers with streamlined high heels and long, flowing locks for a look that few tuxedo-clad men could beat.
She Wears Crop Tops on the Regular
Despite having two adorable children, Alba still has an enviable body which she shows off in trendy crop tops. Alba told Health magazine that she’s more at ease with her body now than she was 10 years ago — and I applaud her decision to display her self confidence in challenging trends like the crop top.
She Embraces Optical Prints
Many women would shy away from bold prints like the one on this oversized, checkered dress, but Alba pulled off the look with elegance by pairing the ensemble with black, pointy toe heels and bright lips.
She Adores Neon Clothing
Ms. Alba often steps out in vibrant clothing, and her proclivity for neon nearly always results in show-stopping ensembles like this crop top and lime skirt pairing.
She's a Jeans Girl at Heart
Despite the actress’s many exquisite red carpet gowns, Alba is a jeans and boots girl at heart. One can only imagine that her closet must look like the denim department of Neiman Marcus, in the best way possible.
Her Red Carpet Style is the Perfect Mix of Vintage and Modern
Somehow, the Sin City actress always seems to look absolutely impeccable on the red carpet. Her gowns are on-trend yet not gaudy, their silhouettes are tailored to perfection, and even though the looks may harken back to old Hollywood, they achieve modernity with quirky, well-placed accents, like the ruffled train on this peach gown.
She Has An Impressive (and Very Chic) Sunglass Collection
Sunglasses may not be her signature as much as they are, say, Rachel Zoe’s, but Jessica Alba has an impressive array of classic sunnies. From white frames to classic Ray Bans, Jessica Alba knows when to accessorize with a great pair of shades.
She Rocked Pregnancy Style (Twice)
Jessica Alba may have looked better pregnant than most of us look on a daily basis. With bohemian, flowing styles like this white lace maxi dress, the Never Been Kissed star embraced a romantic style.
She Regularly Works Unabashedly Feminine Styles
Too often, it seems as though modern fashion renounces refined looks in favor of stockpiled layers and distressed pieces. Jessica Alba embraces laid back looks, but on occasion pulls out an ensemble so unabashedly feminine and simply pretty that the public stops and takes note.
She Actually Has Fun with Fashion
Other style stars may look awfully serious even as they wear bright, quirky ensembles, but Alba always has a bright smile on her face, especially when she’s wearing something idiosyncratic.
