Sarah Jessica Parker's Style Shines On And Off Screen As And Just Like That Continues

Sarah Jessica Parker always finds a way to capture attention, whether she is walking the red carpet or stepping out as Carrie Bradshaw. As And Just Like That season 3 gets going, it is clear that Parker’s unique sense of style, both her own and Carrie’s, remains a big draw. I always look forward to seeing what she will wear next and how it adds to the story she is telling, either personally or through her most famous character. She has a way of making fashion feel like an extension of personality, which is what we love about her.

Parker recently appeared at the Paris premiere of And Just Like That season 3. She chose a very charming, almost boho-chic outfit. She wore a pleated, puff-sleeve blouse made of lace. She paired it with a matching tiered maxi skirt. She added a clutch that sparkled, some pearls, and peep-toe heels. Her dirty blond hair was in a low ponytail. Her makeup was simple with pewter eye shadow and a mauve lip. This look felt both fresh and familiar at the same time, showing her continued ability to mix things up.

Earlier that day, Parker gave a clear nod to her character Carrie Bradshaw. She attended a photocall in the French capital wearing a corseted Vivienne Westwood dress. This immediately brought to mind Carrie’s failed wedding gown from the Sex and the City movie. It is moments like these that make me appreciate Parker's connection to her character. She knows what fans love and delivers it in her own unique way. She was joined by her co-stars Nicole Ari Parker Cynthia Nixon Kristin Davis and Sarita Choudhury. All five women are back for season three of the series.

Sarah Jessica Parker's Personal Style Continues to Redefine How We Wear Accessories

How A Simple Necklace Trick Became A Signature Look For This Fashion Icon

I believe nobody wears necklaces quite like Sarah Jessica Parker. She will always be one of the most stylish people around. At a recent photocall for And Just Like That, Parker showed the world yet another new way to wear a necklace. This is an idea I will be adding to my own wardrobe right away. Parker knows that dressing well is not just about the clothes themselves. It is all about how you put them together. For her, that often means adding something a little unusual. It makes her outfits truly memorable.

To go with her mulberry Vivienne Westwood dress and pointed cowboy boots, Parker wore two necklaces. One was a pearl pendant on a thin chain, which she wore normally. But her black beaded necklace was worn across one shoulder and under the other, almost like a holster. It crossed her collarbone at an angle. Her ideas for styling are simply incredible. I hardly need to remind you that this is not the first time Parker has changed how we think about necklaces. One of my favorite examples was when she pinned a silver chain with a pendant to a single bra strap. This created a two-in-one necklace and brooch effect. But we have learned to always expect something different from a Sarah Jessica Parker look.

Why not try bright blue tights with an otherwise plain academic outfit? Or wear different shoes on the red carpet? I have not even gotten into some of her most memorable Carrie Bradshaw outfits from her Sex and the City days. Remember the belt over a bare stomach? The great news about this particular styling trick is that it is quite easy to do. All you really need is an extra-long beaded necklace. You also need some visible collarbone to make this look your own. It is a simple way to add a personal touch that really stands out. This is what makes her a true trendsetter. She is not afraid to experiment.

Carrie Bradshaw's Wardrobe in And Just Like That Season 3 Continues Its Wild Fashion Journey

From Iconic Re-Wears to Surprisingly Impractical Outfits, Carrie's Look Remains a Talker

The new season of And Just Like That picks up with the original Sex and the City cast, without Kim Cattrall’s Samantha, as they navigate life in New York City today. After Big’s death in the first season’s pilot, Carrie Bradshaw had to start dating again as a 55-year-old widow. She eventually started a romance again with her old flame Aidan Shaw, played by John Corbett. It has been a wild journey for Carrie, and her clothes have been there through it all. I love that the show continues to use fashion as a way to show Carrie’s emotional state.

The show's fashion is at its best when you are asking why Carrie is doing simple tasks in the most uncomfortable outfits. But that is exactly what we love to watch. There is a lot to enjoy in all the style parts of the season. Carrie's style is often impractical but always interesting. It makes me think about how her clothes reflect her sometimes confusing life choices. For example, the season begins with Carrie taking a pause in her relationship with Aidan. He moved to Virginia to raise his teenage sons. When we first see Carrie, she has been exchanging postcards with Aidan. He sends her blank ones. She just draws a heart. There is some occasional phone sex. This whole situation is weird, and her clothes sometimes match that feeling.

Carrie also continues to re-wear many of her memorable pieces from the original series and movies. These include her famous Manolo Blahnik silk Hangisi royal blue stilettos. She wore them after Big’s death. The shoe’s co-costume designer Danny Santiago said it brought the story full circle. He added that it was a way to say goodbye to the shoe. The flower pin on her jacket from that same scene was also re-worn. The wardrobe team dyed its petals for the new meaning. Carrie’s black studded Roger belt, originally from Santiago’s thrifted collection, also returned. Santiago gave it to Parker after filming the 2008 movie. Parker has an amazing archive of almost everything she wore. This means fans can see these beloved pieces again. They are like characters themselves in the show. I think it is great they bring these back for fans.

The purple sequined Fendi purse, first seen when Carrie was mugged, also made a comeback. Carrie used it to see Che’s comedy show and later with Seema. The Eiffel Tower bag, from the first movie, appeared when Carrie returned to Paris to scatter Big’s ashes. Carrie also wore her stunning Versace "mille feuille" gown from Sex and the City’s final season. She noted she never got to wear it publicly before. She joked about eating Jiffy Pop in it alone. And yes, Parker was seen wearing Carrie’s iconic Vivienne Westwood gown from her failed wedding to Big from the 2008 movie. She even wore a nod to the infamous blue bird headpiece. These re-wears are always a fun treat for fans, and they show how deeply rooted Carrie’s style is in her history.

Sarah Jessica Parker Reflects On Big's Death And Carrie's Continuing Story

How The Actress Views Her Character's Journey And The Future Of And Just Like That

Three years after And Just Like That premiered with John "Big" Preston dying in her character Carrie Bradshaw's arms, Sarah Jessica Parker looked back on that important moment. It opened a whole new chapter for the show. Parker said Big dying was "really, really hard to do both professionally and personally." She explained that it was not just a small part of the story. It was one of the main veins that would be hard to do without. Having worked with Chris Noth throughout Sex and the City's six seasons and two movies, Parker said it was "really sad to say goodbye to that."

She does agree with some of the online comments about how Carrie and Big ended up together. Still, she feels amazed by their relationship. She explained that "All of it was a mess, and all of it was wonderful. It was romantic, and it was a disaster. It was destructive, and it was healthy." Parker also found Big’s death especially hard because it was not clear then if John Corbett’s Aidan Shaw would come back to And Just Like That. Corbett did return as Carrie's other long-time love in the show's second season. Parker added that it felt "untethered" and was "really sad to say goodbye to that."

Parker has many happy memories of filming Sex and the City, which first came out almost 27 years ago. She shared that she and the original cast, including Cynthia Nixon Kristin Davis and Kim Cattrall, "really loved our job." She added that they are not looking back now with regret. She said, "We laughed a lot and we worked really hard." This really shows the lasting bond the cast shared. It is important that she feels good about the time spent on the original show. Her comments give us a peek into the emotional side of being an actor on such an important show.

As And Just Like That season 3 continues to air, Parker continues to guide Carrie Bradshaw through new life moments. She said Carrie needs to "commit more to being the relevant person she wants to be." Parker wondered what that means and where it might lead someone. She confirmed that Aidan plays an important part in answering that question. This shows Parker's thoughtful approach to her character's development. She wants Carrie to keep growing and dealing with real-life situations. This is what makes the show continue to connect with its audience, even with all the changes.