Ny’re Jones, Staff Writer

If you ask any fashion obsessed person, chances are they have tuned into Candace Bushnell’s “Sex and The City” (SATC). Whether it was her TV show, books, movies or other adaptations to the classic, the show signified a huge turning point in pop culture, and of course, fashion.  

The show follows four girlfriends in the huge city of New York– especially the main character, Carrie Bradshaw, whose unique fashion statements and expensive shoe collection left a huge mark on the fashion scene. 

One of the most influential fashion moments in the show was Manolo Blahniks. Carrie’s love for the shoes was shown and mentioned throughout the show. And, of course, the most memorable scene is when Carrie gets robbed, not for money, but for her Manolo’s.     

The love Carrie and other characters (Samantha) had for the Manolo’s had a big impact on the girls of the 2000s, seeing them in magazines, runways, music videos and even song lyrics. Featuring Jay Z and Beyonce’s “03 Bonnie & Clyde,” it quotes:  

“Manolo Blahnik, Timbs, aviator lens
600 drops, Mercedes Benz
The only time you wear Burberry to swim.”   

Another huge fashion moment was the “Baguette.” A new version of a purse that was introduced to the viewers in season 3 with Carrie’s famous quote, “This isn’t a bag, it’s a baguette!” which was stolen along with her Manolo’s. 

The miniature bag became a big statement in Carrie’s closet and the fashion world. It was also used again in the adaptation “And Just Like That.” The “Baguette” even campaigns in many fashion brands like “Fendi” as recently as 2023, even having Sarah Jessica Parker, the actress who portrayed Carrie Bradshaw, as the face of it. This gives more reason to believe SATC started the famous “Baguette.” 

“It’s a Baguette!” She stunts in the commercial for Fendi. 

The “Baguette” was such a fashion phenomenon, that it didn’t just stop at Fendi. But it was added to many different brands in many ways. 

From Kurt Geiger, he began making very popular teenage fashion, micro bags. Putting a new spin on the “Baguette” but keeping that miniature look.

Another memorable fashion piece was the slip dresses. Slip dresses are mostly known to be worn in the comfort of your home, but Carrie’s unique fashion sense and Samantha’s sexual personality incorporated the slip dresses into everyday fashion. This strategic fashion idea has been seen in recent years as well with big celebrities like Bella Hadid. 

While the fashion in “Sex and the City” is irresistible to speak about, the pop culture and subtle references is something to also rave about.  

Going back to the 2000s, “Sex and The City” is referenced in Destiny’s Child’s song, “Girl,” which speaks about the strength of friendship during tough times. The music video was recorded just as an episode would be like in the show while also correlating to the song, because no matter what was going on in the women’s lives; their friendship brought perseverance.  

In today’s generation, “Sex and the City” is still referenced and inspiration is still being taken from it. In a new X/TikTok/Instagram post, a recent graduate threw a SATC themed graduation party to which she titled, “Grand and the City.” 

“Sex and the City” is not only a show, but a lifestyle. The impact of the show will carry on in fashion, girlhood and pop culture.