Since 1985, actress Regina King has proven she’s got the juice. The childhood actress has been making successful moves in both Black Hollywood and mainstream Hollywood throughout her long career. Who can forget some of her most memorable roles, from a sassy teen on “227″ to a troubled alcoholic in Poetic Justice to voicing both Huey and Riley Freeman on “The Boondocks”? King’s career continues to thrive with major acting and directing deals on the horizon. Some of her upcoming projects include acting roles in two network television dramas, ABC’s “American Crime” and CBS’s “The Big Bang Theory,” and directing the 16th episode of the drama-packed world of gladiators on the upcoming season of “Scandal.” King will also be on both sides of the camera as an actor and director for T.D. Jakes‘ television film that will be based on Reshonda Tate Billingsley‘s novel Let the Church Say Amen.
The 40-something-year-old actress is among those in Hollywood blessed to look as if they drink from the fountain of youth regularly. When spotted on the red carpet, she adorns her petite, physically-fit frame with sophisticated looks that are chic and timeless. Here are some of the most fabulous looks spotted on this week’s Star Style, Regina King.
Many women like to sparkle in sequins for cocktail parties and other special events, but knowing which scale of sequins is right for your body size is key. Full-figured and petite women should opt for smaller-sized sequins.
This white and black cocktail dress is everything on King! The silhouette perfectly accents her petite frame. Although many only consider lace for night, the texture is a worth trying for day, too.
King color-blocked her Shoshanna dress with a pair of red pumps in a subtle and chic way.
Open necklines, such as those that are asymmetrical, are perfect for petite women. King’s dress elongates her neck and shows off her toned shoulders.
Live a little and go grown, sexy, and sheer when it comes to your next LBD.
Both the color and shape of this frock give off a flirty, yet sophisticated vibe.
Typically, bold necklaces and baubles should be avoided by petite women. However, the main reason this jeweled neckline works is because there’s a keyhole and the adornment does not cut off her neckline.
For petites hitting the beach should consider either vertical stripes, small prints, or a bikini to elongate their frame.
Straight leg and skinny jeans are hands down the two best jeans fits for petite frames, thanks to the lean and lengthening illusion they give.
Looking to give the illusion of an hourglass or small waistline? Try sharp shoulders on dresses, shirts, and blazers.
If you have been wanting to add bold prints to your wardrobe, keep in mind not only the scale of the dress but also the length and neckline. Going for large prints, on a dress past your knees with a scoop neckline would make you appear much shorter.
With autumn being around the corner, you might want to invest in summer basics that can easily be layered. A short-sleeved dress as spotted on King can simply be coordinated with a hot fall boot and blazer or jacket.