The latest fashion trend on TikTok, ‘Mob Wife Winter,’ has over 25 million views. The trend is all about moving on from the soft vanilla girl and clean girl aesthetics to a bold, boss lady vibe- think black leather and faux furs. Since the mob wife era is upon us, knowing how to get the look is key. That’s where this article comes in!
Why is Mob Wife trending in the first place?
The inspiration behind this trend comes from the fictional concept of Italian-American moms as seen on TV shows like “The Sopranos”. These women, from whom the idea was borrowed, were infamous mob wives who commanded authority with their clothes.
The concept of mob wife is an appearance that screams power, like that of Ginger McKenna from “Casino” and Carmela Soprano from “The Sopranos”. The whole idea of dressing like a mob boss’ wife is to look like an unapologetic boss lady.
Dress like you’re going to a funeral
The mob wife aesthetic is made up of different ‘constituents’; however, wearing black is the foundation for getting the viral look. Adding a bit of dark drama to your black outfit is crucial.
Infuse your look with the theatrics by incorporating leather skirts, body suits, old fur coats, and animal print leggings. If you look like you’re a wealthy lady going to a funeral, you’ve nailed it.
Go for gold
The typical mob boss’ wife has a lot of money to spend and no time to waste- that’s the character your outfit should reflect. That’s why gold is a major feature as far as the mob wife aesthetic is concerned.
You’ll need to accessorize your outfit with gold earrings and bracelets– we’re talking about chunky gold hoops that no eye can miss. Remember, the mob wife isn’t afraid to show off her wealth. Blackout sunglasses are also a necessary accessory.
What about the makeup?
Generally speaking, there is nothing light about mob wife makeup- it’s all heavy and dark. Just like in the clothing aspect, getting the makeup right implies going over the top.
You’ll have to do full coverage, smokey eyes, heavy bronzer, and some gold on your lids. A bold red or maroon lip seals the deal, too. The idea behind the dark makeup is that mob wives always have secrets and blemishes that they cover under heavy, classy makeup.
The hair shows the attitude
The typical attitude of mob wives is assertive, bold, and flashy. Putting on this attitude is the ultimate key to delivering right- you can’t look like a mob wife if you don’t feel like a courageous badass. So, what hairstyle fits?
Your hair doesn’t have to be perfectly slicked back; messy hair is allowed. The key is showing off your face and flashy jewelry by clipping your hair up. You could take the glam up a notch by using hair rollers and spray, as in many TikTok videos.
