How to Dress Like the Women on "Sex and the City"

For some, the popular HBO series "Sex and the City" is not just a television obsession, it is an inspiration for lifestyle, fashion and attitude. Each of the starring ladies has her own personal style that emanates from her clothing choices. A few tips can help you adapt their classy, modern style.

Instructions

1. Dress like Carrie, the series' main character, if you have a sexy and fearless sense of fashion. Carrie mixes her wardrobe with everything from flea market vintage to high fashion flair; however, you must use bright colors, bold patterns, unique and personally coordinated ensembles and subtle accessories. To top off your look, splurge and fill your closet with designer stilettos and handbags.

2. Dress like Samantha if you are a no-holds-barred sex kitten out on the prowl. Samantha is 100 percent woman and proud, her sexual confidence speaking through her low-cut tops, high-cut skirts and bold colors. While your clothing should have strong cuts and reveal your fabulous figure, keep it classy, as Samantha is also a businesswoman. Avoid bold patterns and bulky jewelry, but don't be afraid to sport a classic floppy hat and a bit of fur.

3. Play down your style a bit if you are like Miranda, a semi-androgynous New York lawyer. Miranda's style tends to be one of two extremes, either sporting a classy business suit ready for the courtroom, or casual comfy jeans and T-shirts for lounging at home or eating breakfast with the girls. Miranda is not overly concerned about high fashion; however, her look is always clean, not too revealing and comfortable.

4. Match your image to the "Sex and the City" down-home girl, Charlotte, the most preppy and reserved of the four women. Charlotte generally sports a conservative look that includes plaids, pastels and classic Martha Stewart style. While Charlotte has a perfect figure, she rarely shows skin, instead keeping her suitors guessing at what's behind her fitted jackets, knee-high boots and long-sleeved cashmere sweaters.

5. Choose your girl and then do your look right by choosing from the show's favorite designers, selecting clothing, handbags, accessories and shoes according to each woman's unique style. The most common high-fashion names seen on "Sex and the City" include Manolo Blahnik, Jimmy Choo, Dolce & Gabbana, Fendi, Dior, Blumarine, Chanel and Prada.