The 411 Magazine The 411 Magazine issue 4 July/Aug 2017 | Page 83

ICONS Whitney Houston will forever be a celebrated singer, actress and model; winner of  6 Grammys, 2 Emmys and 22 American Music Awards. Tragically Whitney Houston left us on February 11th 2012 aged just 48. Throughout her long career, Whitney earned a reputation for not only being one of the most brilliant voices in the music industry but also for her ladylike elegance, grace, and unmistakable signature style. the blazer: Whitney Houston was known for her many statement pieces, but her greatest statement pieces were her blazers. When wore her blazers whether conservative or all out glam, it always made her outfits pop. What Whitney taught me: Blazers pull any outfit together. jewellery: Houston never wore much jewellery, however when she did it captivated the eye. Even in her simplest outfit, she looked grand when paired with statement pieces. What Whitney taught me: Invest in statement accessories and key pieces.  84