Victoria's Secret Model Alessandra Ambrosio Launches Her Own Clothing Line, and, Yes, You're Going to Want These Beachy Gems

I trekked through a snowstorm to go interview Alessandra Ambrosio on one of the worst polar vortex-y days this month, and I'm so glad I went. I admit I was a little grumpy upon arrival, but my mood immediately cleared when the Victoria's Secret Angel, newly-minted designer (more on that in a sec), and all-around bombshell graciously offered to fetch me something to drink as I sat down. What? Yes, she was ridiculously nice, sweet, and personable. (I politely turned down her offer, by the way, as if I'd ask her to do that.) Plus, she was infectiously enthusiastic about the launch of her brand-new collection, Alé by Alessandra Ambrosio, which debuts on March 17. A Diet Coke, chilled with no ice, please. Just kidding. The Brazilian supermodel and street-style star partnered with L.A.-based boho line Planet Blue to design a collection of beachy, bohemian, and very Alessandra-inspired mini and flowy dresses, ruffly skirts, convertible tees, and louche jumpsuits—all priced from $60 to $260. Despite the blizzard going down outside, she was modeling a warm-weather piece from the collection—a flowy, off-the-shoulder paisley-printed peasant top paired with skinny white jeans. Alessandra was more than happy to walk me through the collection—a
I trekked through a snowstorm to go interview Alessandra Ambrosio on one of the worst polar vortex-y days this month, and I'm so glad I went. I admit I was a little grumpy upon arrival, but my mood immediately cleared when the Victoria's Secret Angel, newly-minted designer (more on that in a sec), and all-around bombshell graciously offered to fetch me something to drink as I sat down. What? Yes, she was ridiculously nice, sweet, and personable. (I politely turned down her offer, by the way, as if I'd ask her to do that.) Plus, she was infectiously enthusiastic about the launch of her brand-new collection, Alé by Alessandra Ambrosio, which debuts on March 17. A Diet Coke, chilled with no ice, please. Just kidding. The Brazilian supermodel and street-style star partnered with L.A.-based boho line Planet Blue to design a collection of beachy, bohemian, and very Alessandra-inspired mini and flowy dresses, ruffly skirts, convertible tees, and louche jumpsuits—all priced from $60 to $260. Despite the blizzard going down outside, she was modeling a warm-weather piece from the collection—a flowy, off-the-shoulder paisley-printed peasant top paired with skinny white jeans. Alessandra was more than happy to walk me through the collection—a

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