California is in the middle of a summer heatwave.

And the ever-chic Jessica Alba beat the heat in style on Saturday as she hit the shops in West Hollywood in a flowing maxi dress.

The mother of three, actress and business owner looked gorgeous in the printed number as she headed to an arts and crafts store.

She teamed the ankle-length dress with a pair of platform sandals, while keeping cool with a pair of statement shades.

Jessica was no doubt headed to the art store to pick up supplies for her three children, Honor, 10, Haven, seven, and son Hayes, seven months, whom she shares with her husband Cash Warren.