Carrie Bradshaw. Carrie. Bradshaw. The name falls under synonyms for “fashion” in the dictionary.
Carrie’s style has been described as many things, ranging from “bizarre” to “perfect.” You’d be hard pressed to find someone who has loved every one of Carrie’s outfits, just as you’d have just as hard of a time finding someone who didn’t love at least one.
The style of Carrie Bradshaw...Perfect or Bizarre? We love her either way.
Carrie’s flair for fashion includes wearing unexpected combinations, mixing patterns and textures, donning ridiculously oversized accessories and pushing the envelope of what’s trendy…and at times, socially normal.
Keep in mind, readers, that Carrie’s style is not as casual-oh-I-just-threw-this-on as you’d think. A team of experts put together over 50 options for each episode for Carrie, settling on the ones you’ve seen in the movies and series after much deliberation.
Don’t let Carrie’s style intimidate you, and whatever you do – don’t try to copy it exactly. Carrie’s look is all about originality and what works for the wearer (you!).
Ladies, the finale in our series of SATC looks for less: Carrie Bradshaw.
Day 4: Carrie
The best way to get an outfit that feels “Carrie” is to pick one piece that you really want to wear – and build. The only rule not often broken: stilettos are a must.
Lunch with the girls: This outfit is a prime example of starting with one piece and moving from there. We started with the Black Ruffle Lace Hem Wrinkle Shorts by RYU: ($60), added a simple fitting White ¾ Sleeve Glam Top ($48), some chunky layered gold necklaces by Lori Snyder ($78) and Golden Stella ($25), the huge Black Studded Gold Handbag ($70) and some patent pumps for a funky look that is definitely one-of-a-kind.
Funky/Fresh
At the office: The office for a writer like Carrie is a fairly fluid concept, since it is normally in her apartment or the local coffee shop. This comfortable Plaid Neck Tie Romper by Theme ($53) is a fun piece to pair with the flexible White Boyfriend Blazer with Aqua Stripe Trim by Aryn K. ($123) for when it gets chilly in the Starbucks. A fun, funky Sparkly Pink Pendant Necklace ($18) adds shine while sky high Porter Brown Gatsby Leather Wedges by Dolce Vita ($88) are a must.
Isn't the whole point of making money to spend it?
Date Night with Big (or Aiden??): If it weren’t for the preview showing Carrie and Big in matching tuxedos, I’d say she normally goes for a more romantic look on dates. That’s Carrie for you though, folks. Always unexpected! However, we still feel like this dress is a safe bet for a date with the Big in any girl’s life. This C. Luce Aqua Cutout Dress ($73) is flattering to a multitude of skin tones and hair colors and pairs fabulously with the Aqua Candy Jade Lori Snyder Necklace with the huge vintage pin ($78).
We've seen big flowers on Carrie before...
Out on the town: Not only did we mix and match to create this going out look, we reworked the dress itself! We took the metal and cloth necklace embellishments on this Esley Black Dress ($45!!!), added a Stretchy Black Belt ($32), Gold and Orange Studded Bangles ($25), a Gold Studded Orange Clutch ($35) and the killer Black Jeweled Bib Necklace ($65) to make a look that is nothing but vamp. The back looks great, with the beading sweeping the shoulder blades. If you don’t read anything else on this outfit…Note. The. Shoes. These Lance Black Napa Leather Heels by Dolce Vita ($184) are sky high and still feel great to walk in (seriously!).
Note the shoes, folks!
