Carrie Bradshaw's Work-From-Home Outfits Are My Forever Inspiration

Something I'll never forget is how many times, after watching the Sex and the City [1] film, I tried to pull off the Carrie Bradshaw outfit you see right here. Carrie stands there admiring her wardrobe in separates that appear so effortless and cool — and she is at home, just dressing for herself. Carrie actually layers a tunic dress over a skirt twice in the film (I counted), but I couldn't get over how perfectly she masters proportions here, so that just the right amount of pleated skirt is revealed beneath the hemline of her tee. I can't even tell you how many different combinations I hand-selected from my own wardrobe to try to nail this exact look.

For me, that excitement extends to the HBO series, which is now being rebooted with a spinoff, And Just Like That... [2], for which we're already promised more inspiring Carrie outfits [3] that she takes from the confines of her own home straight onto the streets. It's pretty iconic how her white-trimmed sport shorts look adorable with tube tops and heeled thong sandals when Carrie strolls out to the street midday, taking a break from work to greet Aidan Shaw. And there are numerous times she spills her heart out about Big right onto the page, working from her laptop near the window in a glamorous furry coat or pyjamas and pearls.

Carrie crafts her at-home aesthetic with her own brand of quirk, never opting for just any old tracksuit, and I can't wait to see more of that. In my recent time at home, I've found that fashionable work-from-home gear boosts my mood, and I can only imagine how it'd feel to have Carrie's closet to choose from. Fortunately, it's easier than you might think to re-create so many of Carrie's more laid-back style moments. Scroll through to get inspired, and consider ditching the sweatpants for something a tad more fabulous while you're watching all the new AJLT episodes to come.

Carrie Bradshaw's Sex and the City Outfit

I love how Carrie casually layers a long tunic-style tee over a pleated skater skirt and finishes the combo with pumps, just for an easy walk through the closet. Consider this comfort taken to a new, elevated level.

Carrie Bradshaw's Sex and the City Outfit

Carrie rolls up the sleeves on a crisp white blouse and ties back her hair to reveal a pair of stud earrings. It's in moments like these when she looks most natural sitting at her computer. You can tell she puts thought into even the most simple of basics.

Carrie Bradshaw's Sex and the City Outfit

Carrie takes influence from the '80s in this graphic muscle tee and a pair of red tartan trousers. Her hair in a messy bun and a square watch on her wrist just make this look so tough and cool. I'd feel prepared to dive into any work task in something trend-driven like this.

Carrie Bradshaw's Sex and the City Outfit

I love the type of looks Carrie throws on for a quick outing with Miranda during the day. You can tell she takes her cropped sweats and silk negligee from the couch straight out the door with just the addition of a chambray denim blazer and a hobo bag. What an easy off-duty combination — and to think it could be ready for the street in an instant.

Carrie Bradshaw's Sex and the City Outfit

I love Carrie's moment in acid-wash, baggy denim and a cutout tank for work around the house. There's something so beautiful about a cute top and jeans, but leave it to Carrie to mix and match two items that have even more unexpected details and pull them off like a pro.

Carrie Bradshaw's Sex and the City Outfit

Carrie's signature gold nameplate necklace tends to make an appearance in the scenes you hear her voice or get a sense of what she's writing. It's a constant reminder of her personality, and she needs little else to complete an outfit, in that case. A nameplate necklace is something we could all stand to put on when we're trying to pour our heart and soul into our work, no?

Carrie Bradshaw's Sex and the City Outfit

Carrie's work breaks are always chic. I love the idea of wearing a lightweight, loose-fit linen dress around the house while getting the job done. All she has to do is slip on some pretty pink wooden flatforms and step outside.

Carrie Bradshaw's Sex and the City Outfit

Though Carrie emerges on New Year's Eve for a trip to Miranda's in this scene, the outfit reminds me of a look she'd normally wear around the house. Carrie takes a pair of floral PJs and caps on some booties and a furry coat, pulling off the boudoir trend she is famous for. As the ever-popular decadent pyjama trend proves, this straight-out-of-the-bedroom style is becoming the norm, even in public.