Alessandra is clearly the best spokesmodel for her line.
GLAMOUR: Congratulations on your first collection! Tell us more about the inspiration behind it.
Alessandra Ambrosio: My inspiration is really a reflection of my lifestyle, and it's Brazil meets Malibu. It's bohemian chic. It's comfortable. It's sensual. It's feminine. It's very flowy with soft fabrics. The palettes are nude to cayenne and some midnight blue colors that we did for the nighttime. And there are different prints: from paisley to hand-dyed tie-dye. There are dresses, jumpsuits, and a little black dress, but it's not your normal little black dress. And every girl needs to have one in their wardrobe.
GLAMOUR: Let's talk about that little black dress that every girl needs. How would you suggest accessorizing one?
AA: It really depends on your mood and where you want to wear it. Because if you're in the club, you're going wear high heels. But if you're on a beach, you'll wear a cute sandal. You can definitely put on high heels and metal cuffs and look like the Gucci campaigns in the nineties or do whatever you feel like! Put like a leather jacket on top, or just go really bohemian and accessorize with necklaces and earrings something like that. You can just play around with whatever you feel like that day.
GLAMOUR: It's winter break season right now, especially since we really need to escape this polar vortex for warmer weather. Since you're a world-traveling jet-setter, what's your advice on packing for multiple climates.
AA: That's funny because I left L.A. 10 days ago and I was in Barcelona, and then I went to Miami and then I came to New York. And I'm going to Brazil and L.A. after so for 10 to 12 days, I had to pack for all kinds of climates. For me: a pair of boots, a pair of nice sandals that goes with everything, sneakers because I want to work out wherever I am, so I can't forget that. I'll do a leather jacket always because it goes with everything. You can wear it on the plane because usually the airports are freezing. A nice, neat blouse to wear wherever you are. I always have a cashmere sweater too, so when you go from 70s to the 30s it works really well. And basic tops and a good, comfy pair of denim to travel. Oh. And always a swimsuit, just in case. [Smiles]
The Alé by Alessandra Ambrosio collection will be available online and in-store at Planet Blue starting March 17.
Well thank goodness for that last packing point, right? Will you be taking her travel packing advice? And are you excited to shop Alessandra's new line? Which shot from the collection do you like best?
