If there's one woman who has inspired more than her fair share of hair envy, it's Carrie Bradshaw from Sex and the City. Her wild, curly tendrils have been mimicked time and time again, making her mane one of the most iconic ones out there. Sex and the City's first episode premiered 15 years ago today, so we're celebrating by taking a look back at Carrie's best styles.
Ready to feel old? Today is the 15th anniversary of the premiere of Sex and the City, when we first met the Manolo-wearing Carrie, Samantha, Miranda, and Charlotte. But the gang's glam fashion was only one aspect of the show's claim to fame. It was really the relationships — the good, the bad, and the frightening — that had has hooked. And whether you were Team Big or Team Aidan, there was at least a handful of the quartet's love interests that ring a bell for us all. I've rounded up 20 types of former flames from the TV show that we can all relate to from our dating past. Whether it's a mama's boy, a fetish-obsessed fella, or a wedding hookup, you're sure to see a guy you've dated in this group.
Grab a cosmo and make your way to the nearest Manolo Blahnik store — it's time to celebrate Sex and the City's 15th birthday! We know, it's hard to believe that it has been that long since we first met Carrie, Samantha, Miranda, and Charlotte. We have an update on the actresses who portrayed these iconic characters, which shows that, in some ways, life truly does imitate art.
Sex and the City premiered on this day, 15 years ago — and while the fashion trends and technological references may not hold up (how did Carrie Bradshaw not have a cell phone until, like, season six?), we can always count on the love and dating advice doled out by the fab four. Even though Carrie, Miranda, Samantha, and Charlotte don't always get it right when it came to love, their relationship battle scars have definitely taught them (and us) plenty over the years. So we couldn't help but wonder: what are the show's most honest, valid pearls of wisdom? In celebration of the 15th anniversary of one of our most beloved TV shows, we've rounded up 15 Sex and the City quotes about love that stand the test of time.
Today marks the 15th anniversary of Sex and the City — one of the most influential, inspiring, and fashion-forward TV shows to ever grace the small screen. Though Charlotte, Samantha, and Miranda have proved their fashion prowess with statement-making ensembles and lust-worthy shoes, it's Ms. Carrie Bradshaw that reigns as queen in our sartorial hearts. From frothy ballet skirts to nameplate necklaces to an array of unconventional masterpieces, Carrie's envelope-pushing ensembles are not only iconic to those who have watched the show since day one, but they've inspired a cult following that spans generations.
After donning countless avant-garde fashions for over a decade, it's no wonder Sarah Jessica Parker's fearless fashion realness has become one in the same. So in honor of the woman whose character has induced major sartorial envy in almost everyone on the planet, we are taking a look back at SJP's 135 most spectacular red carpet moments.
Today is the 15th anniversary of the premiere of Sex and the City, and even after all those years, two movies, and countless reruns, we're still just as in love with the HBO series. To commemorate the day, let's look back at one of the most momentous moments in the series premiere (and, well, series): when Carrie meets Big. Before Carrie romanced the likes of Bradley Cooper and John Slattery, there was Big. Actually, Big's been there before, after, and sometimes during Carrie's other relationships, proving that the two — now married in the movies — just can't stay away from each other. So, to take you waaay back, watch the first scene of their introduction, embarrassing bag spill and all. Epic.
Lena Dunham's HBO series, Girls, kicks off its second season on Sunday, and we can't wait to dive back into the lives of the show's four female 20-somethings. When we were first introduced to the group last season, we couldn't help but think of the other Big Apple foursome: Sex and the City's Carrie, Samantha, Charlotte, and Miranda. The two HBO series have drawn comparisons since before Girls even aired, tackling similar issues of love, friendship, and femininity. Consider yourself a superfan of both shows and think you can tell the difference? Test your TV knowledge by checking out these 16 quotes and identifying which show they came from!
Eric Daman is best known for his work outfitting the Upper East Siders on Gossip Girl, and now, he's risen to the challenge of outfitting a young Carrie Bradshaw in the new CW series The Carrie Diaries. This isn't Eric's first encounter with the character of Carrie — he worked with Patricia Field on the original Sex and the City! Eric visited our NYC studio to chat about what we can expect on The Carrie Diaries, which debuts Monday, Jan. 14, including a mix of contemporary labels with vintage and some of Carrie's trademark personalized accessories.
Halloween is the time to be terrified — not mortified — which is why we're reminding you of five common missteps to avoid during this spooky season, with the help of Mean Girls, Modern Family, and more of your favorite movies and TV shows. It's in this PopSugar holiday special!
Always dreamed of living in Carrie Bradshaw's apartment? Well, this may just be the next best thing. According to our friends at Curbed, Sex and the City creator Candace Bushnell has put her stunning $2.8 million property on the market. The Greenwich Village apartment, which was featured on the cover of Elle Decor in September 2005, highlights a sophisticated, contemporary style with polished accents and luxurious furnishings. An added neighborly bonus? Actor Chris Noth — "Mr. Big" — also owns an apartment in the building.
