What the cast of 'Sex and the City' wore in their first and last scenes of the show

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Erin McDowellAug 24, 2021, 23:24 IST
What the cast of 'Sex and the City' wore in their first and last scenes of the show

Carrie Bradshaw's style evolved throughout "Sex and the City."HBO

  • Carrie Bradshaw, portrayed by Sarah Jessica Parker, was the lead on HBO's "Sex and the City."
  • In the first episode of the show, her style is noticeably less colorful than it would become.
  • Other characters' signature styles stayed very much the same.
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When we meet Carrie Bradshaw in the pilot of "Sex and the City," we can't see her face.

When we meet Carrie Bradshaw in the pilot of "Sex and the City," we can't see her face.
Carrie Bradshaw in her first scene of "Sex and the City." HBO

While interviewing a subject for her column, Bradshaw is seen wearing a cheetah print short-sleeved shirt and smoking a cigarette.

In the first scene where we see her face, she's wearing an oversized blue button-down and grey sweatpants. Both looks are noticeably toned-down compared to the wild, often designer outfits Carrie Bradshaw wears throughout the rest of the series.

In the series finale, Carrie Bradshaw looks much more glamorous in a metallic skirt, blue belted blouse, and her iconic fur coat.

In the series finale, Carrie Bradshaw looks much more glamorous in a metallic skirt, blue belted blouse, and her iconic fur coat.
Carrie Bradshaw in her last scene of "Sex and the City." HBO

She accessorizes the look with a purple sequined Fendi baguette, a shopping bag from Manolo Blahnik, and a hot pink scarf.

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Miranda Hobbes immediately lets you know she's a tough corporate lawyer in an ill-fitting, though professional, suit.

Miranda Hobbes immediately lets you know she's a tough corporate lawyer in an ill-fitting, though professional, suit.
Miranda Hobbes in her first scene of "Sex and the City." HBO

The look is very realistic and is made a touch more feminine with gold hoop earrings and a matching necklace.

In her final scene, Miranda Hobbes is still wearing a collared shirt, but it's more playful and structured to fit her body.

In her final scene, Miranda Hobbes is still wearing a collared shirt, but it's more playful and structured to fit her body.
Miranda Hobbes in her last scene of "Sex and the City." HBO

Rather than a suit jacket, the subtle striped shirt is paired with a V-neck black sweater vest.

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Samantha Jones wears a sexy black halter-neck dress in her first scene of the show.

Samantha Jones wears a sexy black halter-neck dress in her first scene of the show.
Samantha Jones in her first scene of "Sex and the City." HBO

Her only accessories are large pearl earrings and a cosmopolitan cocktail.

Samantha Jones covers up in her second-to-last scene, wearing a bright green trench coat and coral boots.

Samantha Jones covers up in her second-to-last scene, wearing a bright green trench coat and coral boots.
Samantha Jones in her last scene of "Sex and the City." HBO

Unfortunately, we can't show her final scene as she's completely naked. I guess no matter how you look at it, this is the final outfit she wears in the series.

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Charlotte York looks prim and proper in her first scene.

Charlotte York looks prim and proper in her first scene.
Charlotte York in her first scene of "Sex and the City." HBO

She wears a grey cardigan, frilly blouse, and sensible beige skirt perfectly fit for a Manhattan-based art dealer.

In her final scene, Charlotte York-Goldenblatt looks more sophisticated than ever in a simple white coat.

In her final scene, Charlotte York-Goldenblatt looks more sophisticated than ever in a simple white coat.
Charlotte York-Goldenblatt in her last scene of "Sex and the City," alongside her husband Harry Goldenblatt. HBO

While out walking her spaniel Elizabeth Taylor with husband Harry Goldenblatt, she pairs the coat with elegant black gloves and a black sweater underneath.

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Mr. Big is rarely seen in anything other than a business suit, and the pilot is no exception.

Mr. Big is rarely seen in anything other than a business suit, and the pilot is no exception.
Mr. Big in his first scene of "Sex and the City." HBO

He wears a black pinstripe suit with a blue shirt and yellow tie in his first-ever encounter with Carrie.

In Mr. Big's final scene, he wears a chic all-black suit and no tie.

In Mr. Big's final scene, he wears a chic all-black suit and no tie.
Mr. Big in his last scene of "Sex and the City." HBO

The look is noticeably more chic, mature, and modern than the suit he wore in the pilot.

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Aidan Shaw embodied "warm, classic, and all-American" with a Texas tuxedo in his first appearance on the show.

Aidan Shaw embodied "warm, classic, and all-American" with a Texas tuxedo in his first appearance on the show.
Aidan Shaw in his first scene of "Sex and the City." HBO

When he meets Carrie, Aidan is working in his furniture store wearing baggy blue jeans, a button-up-denim shirt, and a necklace.

Throughout the two seasons John Corbett played Aidan on the show, his character went through a style evolution. His hair was cut, he dropped the bohemian-looking clothes and accessories, and began dressing more sophisticatedly after Aidan and Carrie's first breakup.

In his final appearance on the show, Aidan Shaw is again seen wearing double denim. However, this time, he's carrying his son Tate in a sling.

In his final appearance on the show, Aidan Shaw is again seen wearing double denim. However, this time, he's carrying his son Tate in a sling.
Aidan Shaw in his last scene of "Sex and the City." HBO

In the scene, Aidan runs into Carrie on the street while wearing a jean jacket and slightly faded dark-wash jeans. The look appears to be an homage to the first time we see Aidan.

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Stanford Blatch appears in the pilot as Carrie's best friend and confidant.

Stanford Blatch appears in the pilot as Carrie's best friend and confidant.
Stanford Blatch in his first scene of "Sex and the City." HBO

He wears a striped gray suit, pea green dress shirt, and emerald green tie.

Stanford Blatch's final appearance on the show is at the funeral of '80s party girl Lexi Featherston.

Stanford Blatch's final appearance on the show is at the funeral of '80s party girl Lexi Featherston.
Stanford Blatch with Carrie Bradshaw in his final scene of "Sex and the City." HBO

For the occasion, he wears a noticeably more somber ensemble: a black suit, white dress shirt, matching white tie, and black knit hat.

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Anthony Marentino makes his series debut as Charlotte's wedding stylist.

Anthony Marentino makes his series debut as Charlotte's wedding stylist.
Anthony Marentino in his first scene of "Sex and the City," alongside Charlotte York. HBO

While acting as the "pushy Italian mother" Charlotte never had, he wears a simple yet chic black button-up shirt and black pants.

Anthony Marentino wears all-black again in his last scene of the series.

Anthony Marentino wears all-black again in his last scene of the series.
Anthony Marentino in his last scene of "Sex and the City," also alongside Charlotte York. HBO

For this scene, filmed in the winter, he wears a black knit turtleneck and structured leather jacket.

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