Many stylish female leads have made memorable appearances on television, but none have left a mark quite so impactful as Carrie Bradshaw on Sex and the City. The sartorial masterpieces that costume designer Patricia Field created for each episode had fashion lovers tuning in for more every week.
From gorgeous floral dresses to sexy slips, Carrie could rock any garment—casual or fancy, subtle or flamboyant. Her iconic outfits provided endless eye candy, leaving us all with a serious case of shoe envy and the urge to shop for clothes just like hers. Simply put, you could always count on Carrie for great fashion.
The legendary lead character has us wondering what we could wear this summer to honor her one-of-a-kind style. Click below to see some great options to help boost your summer style, inspired by our favorite clothes-hoarding, shoe-obsessed trendsetter: Carrie Bradshaw.
Pretty in Pink
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Bec
Bridge
Salt Lake Dress
Go heavy on the blush.
Givenchy
Urban Knots Leather Sneakers
Skip the white sneakers for something a bit more playful.
H&M
Pleated Skirt
This pleated skirt is as much of an essential for the office as it is for the weekend.
Topshop
Double Breasted Suit Jacket
This piece will pop against your favorite pair of jeans.
The Naked Dress
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Protagonist
V-Neck Slip Dress
Do you wear this in the bedroom or to brunch? You make the call.
Alice and Olivia
Evalee Side Slit Midi Slip Dress
All you need is a small touch of lace.
Topshop
Asymmetric Hem Slip Dress
This tilted hem adds a bit more intrigue to an otherwise minimal design.
Forever 21
Satin Slip Dress
The square-neck silhouette feels very '90s (just like SATC).
The Floral Fanatic
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Who What Wear
Plus Size Flutter Sleeve Wrap Maxi Dress
The moody, black-and-white color scheme of these flowers feels modern and edgy.
Zara
Printed Trousers with Side Vents
A garden party in a pair of pants.
Isabel Marant Étoile
Purple Jeezon Miniskirt
If you want to downplay the flirtiness of this skirt, simply pair with a plain tee, leather jacket, and booties.
Alexa Chung
Tiered Floral-Print Cotton Dress
This dress is not for the ruffle-shy.
Stripes of All Types
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Acler
Marene Shirt Dress
Give your stripes some structure.
Urban Outfitters
Lucca Couture White Stripe High-Rise Two-Piece Set
Bonus: Can be worn together or separately.
Violeta
Striped Jumpsuit
Your comfiest summer jumpsuit.
SACAI
Dixie Striped Cotton Mini Dress
Here's the easy Saturday-to-Sunday uniform you've been looking for.
Ravishing in Ruffles
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Who What Wear
Layered Ruffle Mini Dress
For the record, the statement-sleeve trend is still going strong.
Topshop
Ruffle Tie Mini Skirt
If you want to create an hourglass silhouette, a wrap skirt with a waist tie instantly cinches the middle.