I was doing the second round of notes for women to feature while watching a movie the other night. The Last Holiday, have you seen it? I really, really love that movie and the underlying get out there and live your dreams sort of message. What can I say, I’m a sucker for a “go be awesome” story. And I was like, WHAT, how could I forget Queen Latifah!? Seriously. What a big fat mistake that was. I never did get to know her much as a rapper. I was young and I guess Australia doesn’t really keep up that well. But as an actress, well I’m a fan. How could I not be, what a SMILE! So let’s talk the queen, shall we!?
THE LOOK
For women with narrow hips and large boobs, this is a style you should get to know.
The tailored silhouette, the drape and cut, really no one dresses for this shape better to really show every inch off. The ruching, the wrapping, the detail; it is perfection. What this is not about disguising or hiding anything. It’s about accepting what you have and going for it. Colours, shapes and styles that are built to emphasise and show off. But there’s a level of modesty to this look too, you know?
If you’re looking to replicate this style for yourself, start by adding a wrap or a ruched body-con dress to your collection. Choose a classic jewel colour and be prepared to wear that baby for years to come. Then add some skinny jeans, big heels and loose-fitting but well-cut t-shirts and tops. Always lean towards v-necks or scoop tops to show off your assets.
And a good bra to keep them high and dry.
Most of all, for those wanting to steal this style, you’ll need to have some fun. Add pieces that you wouldn’t expect like large earrings, fringed top details or go all out with a white, wide-leg pants suit. It’s great to have a key look to your wardrobe {the dress and the skinny jeans} but don’t get stuck in a rut. Branch out now and then and have some fun. That’s what fashion is all about after all!
THE SHOPPING
1. Khaki Jacket 2. White T-Shirt 3. Letter Jacket 4. White Dress with Lace
5. Patterned Wrap Dress 6. PU Shell Top 7. Ripped Black Jeans
8. Moto Pants 9. Grey Skinny Jeans 10. Panelled Chambray Shirt 11. Red Wrap Dress
Hi! I’m Melissa Walker Horn. Around here, they call me Suger. I’m the Chief Blogger and doer of all the things here at Suger Coat It. Blogging since 1901; I love a casual ootd, taking photos, and writing about things that irk or inspire me. I love wine and cheese, long days at the beach and spending time with my family. I make stuff for the internet over at Chalkboard Digital. You know, living the sweet life.
I am a larger-boobed and narrower-hipped lady and I would like everything in the third column please. Actually I’m not fussy – any of the columns will do. Oh, and the wrap dresses in the Shopping bit (love how you snuck in a bit of chambray 😉 )
Skinny jeans, yes. I don’t know why people persist in thinking skinny jeans are not for people with hips!
You and me both! I’ll take one of everything. Right up my alley this style. And yes, like I always say, it’s hard not to just turn the boards into personal shopping boards. The chambray was more about me. Haha.
I know, right!? I was a late adopter but once I put my first pair on I was sold. Not that I have much hips but I have plenty of belly. LOVE them. They work on all shapes as long as the fit is good.
I LOVE Queen Latifah. Everything she wears is amazing, from her street style to her gala dresses. That ombre blue/white dress has been on my dream whish list for years.
And The last holiday is one of my favourite movies -I can´t not watch it every time it´s on TV.
The best! Her talk show outfits are AMAZING. A lot of them are seated though and not clear enough to show. But wow! What a star. And that’s so cool. Like I said below, I thought I was the only one!! YAY.
How is it we are both writing about this incredible woman today! Last Holiday is one of our fave movies! All the way back from following her as a kid when I was wearing baggies! HA!…She is a style icon and a hero to all women everywhere! xx H&H HQ
Its because she’s FREAKING FABULOUS. Haha. And that’ SO funny, I assumed I’d be the only one who had heard of it and like it was my secret movie crush. Glad to hear other’s love it too.
We will pretend is is a very small movie crush gang! Then we don’t have to share LL Cool J with the rest of the world either! OMG!
Yes. Let’s. Haha.
Love her style. Pity I am wider in the bottom than the top but she is so classy. Love your shopping links too. I wonder who you will come up with next?
Lots to take from this look for all shapes and sizes, I didn’t mean to exclude anyone. It will just work SO well for ladies with the large bust/narrow hips proportions. The wrap tops and dresses always look fab on you.
Me too! I have a list and keep moving women around. I’m pretty much settled on the next woman, a blogger again. LOTS of amazing outfits. I tried to include more Australian’s but there really isn’t much coverage of outfits here.
Thanks Hun. Don’t think I was feeling excluded. Not at all. I just know my shape. But can still appreciate anyone’s style and queen latifahs is the bomb
Oh phew. Good! Awesome even. And yes, her style is amazing. x