If anyone can get away with quoting that famous line from Pretty Woman —"Big mistake. Big. Huge." — in real life, that person is Melissa McCarthy. Years after designers declined to dress her for the Oscars [1], the actress has not only proven to be a megastar with staying power, but also quite the red carpet fashion queen. Between her ruffled maxis, leather looks, and signature bit of sparkle, we're always wowed when she steps out at a premiere or awards show — which is exactly why we can't wait to shop her clothing line, Melissa McCarthy Seven7 [2], which launches in August.
Luckily, we won't have to wait long to see what Melissa's got in store for us: she's already rocked one of her creations at the New York premiere of her movie Spy [3], and it's every bit as gorgeous as we imagined. Scroll through to see the dress, as well as her previous fashion hits, and see why we don't doubt she'll easily make the transition from actress to designer.
This breezy maxi dress is actually a piece from Melissa's own line. August can't come soon enough!
Melissa's always been a fan of long, flowy dresses. She recently wore one to the UK premiere of Spy.
A kimono top + a pair of slim-fit pants and some cutout sandals makes for the perfect Spring look.
The actress was pretty in purple as she was honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
This sequined skirt is a great way to spice up an all-black outfit, and we're loving that feather necklace!
Striking her signature pose in an airy black top.
Ooh la la — we're suckers for a statement neck! Melissa looked sleek and polished at the 2015 Golden Globes.
Leather trim? Please say there's some of that in Melissa's new line.
Converse sneakers go with everything [4], and this patterned jacket is the perfect way to spice up a basic look.
She looked magnificent in Marchesa at the 2014 Emmy Awards.
This vibrant dress is stunning, but we're really digging those pop-of-pink shoes.
We like a lady who knows to pair leather and leopard. Fierce!
This feminine midlength dress would make the perfect date-night look.
One thing's for sure: Melissa loves the classic black and white color combo.
How glam is this patterned gown?!
Somewhat structured with a bit of sparkle for 2014 Golden Globes. And that bold clutch . . .
Can you believe this dress is from ASOS?!
This Calvin Klein ensemble is the perfect mix of sexy and sophisticated.
A slouchy navy look that seems just as comfy as it is stylish.
No matter what she wears, Melissa always makes sure to include a statement-making detail, like this layered necklace.
We love the embellished details on Melissa's 2013 Vanity Fair Oscars party dress.
This sequined top is a sure way to stand out on the red carpet. Werk it, girl!
Melissa's 2012 Emmy Awards gown was lovely, but we cannot stop looking at that statement ring!
This is quite the romantic ensemble. All eyes were on the star when she wore this marsala-colored gown to the 2012 Primetime Creative Arts Emmy Awards.
Melissa rocked a blush-colored Marina Rinaldi gown that looked fit for a princess at the 2012 Academy Awards.
She loves those kimono-type sleeves! And this long, layered necklace definitely caught our eye.
At the SAG Awards back in 2012, Melissa wore an elegant black gown.
We're green with envy over this forest green number — and how cute Melissa looks with her husband, Ben Falcone.
This dark, sequined gown is the epitome of glamour.
The star rocked a feminine and flirty midi skirt at the Primetime Emmy nominations in 2011.
We're gonna need to borrow this black and white top, Melissa. We love how she paired it with a sleek black pair of pants.
This is where it all began! The star made quite the sparkly statement when she stepped out at the world premiere of Bridesmaids in a lacy black dress.