The Art of the Gangstress
You may not approve of the gangster lifestyle, but one thing that cannot be denied is that a true gangster always keeps his leading lady stylin’ and profilin’.
From Karen in Goodfellas to Kay in The Godfather, these ladies look like they just stepped off a catwalk at all times. That’s what drug and blood money can do for you. You don’t necessarily have to lead a life of crime to achieve this look (it helps, but you don’t have to), though there are some key factors involved in the gangstress get up.
Big Hair
As demonstrated here, to perfection, by Karen Hill in Goodfellas, big hair is a must have. No matter what the occasion, whether you’re chilling at home, attending a wedding, or hiding guns for your man, you should back comb that bad boy like your life depends on it.
Gaudy Jewellery
Quick side note: Was there ever a more perfect picture of a gangster’s moll? Ginger from Casino, with big hair, lying on a fur coat, in front of all those gems? Hello?!
As we can see, jewellery plays a big part in the wardrobe of the gangstress. You don’t have to wear a lot of it, but what you do wear should be big and gaudy. Earrings should rip your earlobes, bracelets should weigh your arms down and rings should have the ability to render someone unconscious if you knock them out.
Fake Nails
Though she gets a big Eurovision ‘nil point’ for the flat hair, Elvira in Scarface always made sure her nails were looking right. To be a gangster’s lady, fake acrylics are just part of the game. Straight up french manicure is all that’s required. It’s not advisable to have your man’s name airbrushed on them.
Unnatural Fibres
Carmela Soprano has been in the game a long time. She knows what’s what. Bitches, take note: big hair. Check. Gaudy jewellery. Check. Fake nails. Check. The last part of the gangstress ensemble, is unnatural fibres. Anything you wear should be highly flammable. The top Carmela’s wearing in that picture? If she goes within six feet of an open flame, it’s curtains for her.
So there you have it folks. Follow those four key rules and you can attend your man’s New Jersey court dates in style.
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