City-break-worthy ensembles — an elevated take on old favourites
And just like that, Carrie and co are back on our screens, serving a fresh dose of sartorial inspiration.
Brimming with city-break-worthy ensembles, this next style chapter offers an elevated take on old favourites.
Whether you're a tailoring-loving Miranda or prefer to bend the rules with a dash of Carrie's panache, being stylish in the city has never looked so fabulous.
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Fashion Style And The City from M&S.
Bring the sartorial heat to your city escape with a smoking hot co-ord, as seen at M&S.
Blue Steel:
Fashion Shirt Dress with Bow Detail, €238, Kate Cooper available nationwide.
Steal Charlotte's signature prim style with a classic shirt dress, €238, Kate Cooper.
#ieloves: Candy Crush:
Fashion Bon Bon Platform Neon Pink with Red Stud,€280, Nicki Hoyne.
A night on the town deserves a showstopping, Carrie-coded platform heel, €280, Nicki Hoyne.
Cloud Cover:
Fashion Freya Cloud Bag, €160, Somas.
Soft as a fluffy cloud this supple leather bag is effortlessly city chic, €160, Sómas.
Pocket Friendly: Ring Me:
Fashion Green Onyx Maldives Ring, €69, Juvi.
An enviable statement ring instantly elevates any outfit, €69, Juvi.
Power Balance:
Fashion Printed Tailored Trousers, €38, Michelle Keegan x Very.
Effortless yet tailored, these wide-leg trousers perfectly capture Miranda's new era vibe, €38, Michelle Keegan X Very.
Flower Show:
Fashion Floral midi skirt, €49.99, Mango.
Made for city breaks, the trusty midi skirt will keep you in style from day to night, €49.99, Mango.
City Lights:
Fashion Oversized Sequin Blazer, €69.95, Zara.
Sparkle under the bright city lights in summer sequins, €69.95, Zara.
Zebra Crossing:
Fashion Puff sleeved zebra print blouse, €34.99, H&M.
Keep to the wild side of the Upper East Side in this puff sleeved blouse, €34.99, H&M.
Top Hat:
Fashion Knit hat, €29.99, Parfois.
And just like Carrie, top off your city style with a fedora-style hat, €29.99, Parfois.
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