SATC Is Coming Back—This Is What I Want to See Carrie Wearing
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Getty ImagesI hope that her working-from-home wardrobe won't be as casual and uninspired as mine is, and I have high expectations of the new designers and brands she'll want to flaunt, support, and be pretty woke about. There's a great deal of young talent available in the States these days, so perhaps, the mega-brands of Europe won't figure as prominently. Although, it'd be hard for her to resist the eclecticism of Gucci. But most of all, I don't think the journalist should be approaching her style any differently for turning 50. Age-appropriateness needs to be removed from our minds once and for all, and perhaps, this SATC renaissance might be the catalyst for a shift in perceptions.
Will Carrie succumb to trainers and sensible flat shoes? Could she ever own a—gasp—tracksuit? Fingers crossed she'll come back to our screens with a big dose of fashion escapism instead of anything too realistic because goodness knows we all need it. So below you'll find the outfits I'd really like to see Carrie wear for the modern age, based upon some of her best looks from seasons past.
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ShutterstockI can't hear the plinky-plonky theme tune without instantly conjuring the pink bodysuit and tutu to mind. The flouncy, voluminous looks and cute colours followed Carrie right through her journey from the TV series to SATC movies, so I'm sure the idea will continue, especially considering this kind of look is particularly popular in 2021.
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Getty ImagesFrom supermarket dashes to romantic nights in Paris, the Carrie tutu knows no bounds.
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Courtesy of Cecilie BahnsenCecilie Bahnsen Spring/Summer 2021
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Courtesy of Molly GoddardMolly Goddard Spring/Summer 2021
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Courtesy of HalpernHalpern Spring/Summer 2021
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ShutterstockFrom teeny-tiny jersey creations like this one to wrap dresses and more sombre options (see the above tube dress pictured with the rest of the SATC crew), these women sure knew how to invest in little black dresses for all occasions.
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Getty ImagesThere's a current runway trend for black dresses that are barely there, so we're certain Carrie will find a new iteration for her 2021 wardrobe.
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Courtesy of Victoria BeckhamVictoria Beckham Spring/Summer 2021
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Courtesy of KhaiteKhaite Spring/Summer 2021
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Courtesy of Sandy LiangSandy Liang Spring/Summer 2021
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ShutterstockMadonna may have made the earliest case for underwear on show, but it was Carrie who made it mainstream. For spring/summer 2021, multiple brands are backing the bra-trend idea, so we hope she can school us on how to wear these in your 50s. Why the heck not?
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Getty ImagesWhen bra tops feel too exposed, perhaps CB will revisit her vast collection of crop tops. To this day, they still work well with midi skirts.
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Courtesy of Emilia WicksteadEmilia Wickstead Spring/Summer 2021
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Courtesy of Alessandra RichAlessandra Rich Spring/Summer 2021
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Courtesy of VersaceVersace Spring/Summer 2021
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Getty ImagesFrom charming florals to loud graffiti splashes, no print was left unturned for Carrie in the past. So what will we see this year? Well, print trends abound for spring 2021, so she has a great deal to choose from.
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Getty ImagesNever one to shy away from equally vibrant accessorising, Carrie was perhaps way ahead of her time. Now, these kinds of jazzy, mismatched combinations are constantly seen on Instagram.
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Courtesy of GucciGucci Cruise 2021
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Courtesy of Christopher John RogersChristopher John Rogers Spring/Summer 2021
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Courtesy of RodarteRodarte Spring/Summer 2021
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Getty ImagesOh, she did love this cosy coat, didn't she? I'm not sure if this was real fur, but for 2021, Carrie would, of course, only be seen in faux.
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Getty ImagesThe look underneath was always minimal—bare legs, bare ankles, barely-there stilettos—a styling trick that can look chic at any age.
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Courtesy of Miu MiuMiu Miu Autumn/Winter 2020
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Courtesy of Max MaraMax Mara Autumn/Winter 2020
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Courtesy of Saks PottsSaks Potts Autumn/Winter 2020
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