Style Inspo: Carrie Bradshaw's Closet: Three Decades of SATC Fashion Chaos

Think Sex and the City was just about dating and designer shoes? Think again. This week, Leigh's joined by Mamamia's Head of Entertainment, Laura Brodnik to decode the fashion legacy that's still influencing our wardrobes 30 years later. From Carrie's controversial black bra moments to Miranda's power suits that actually made sense, these four women didn't just change how we talk about relationships—they revolutionised how we dress.

Laura breaks down why Carrie Bradshaw's style is actually more attainable than aspirational (yes, really!), explains how each character's wardrobe evolved to reflect their personal growth, and reveals why that infamous pigeon clutch from "And Just Like That" is peak Carrie energy. 

EVERYTHING MENTIONED:

Dirt Fabric Spray Starter Pack $35.40

Leigh's Budget: Norma Kamali Diana one-shoulder ruched stretch-jersey dress $339

Laura's Budget: Fayt Sola Skirt Black $89.00

Leigh's Boujie: JW Anderson Pigeon clutch $1260

JW PEI Kallie Pigeon Clutch Bag-Purple $249.00

Laura's Boujie: ARRANGE Curve futurist sequin embellished fringe hem midi skirt in gold $314.00

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CREDITS:

Host: Leigh Campbell

Guest: Laura Brodnik

Producer: Mollie Harwood & Ella Maitland

Audio Producer: Tina Matolov

Video Producer: Artemi Kokkaris

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