Accessories creative director Silvia Venturini Fendi created the Baguette back in 1997 — a small, rectangular bag designed to be carried under the arm like a loaf of bread. Today it’s been rendered in over 1,000 styles but Venturini Fendi chose six of her favorites to be reissued on June 1, the same day as Rizzoli‘s Fendi Baguette.

“My idea was to do a small bag, a very simple, deconstructed shape with a short strap that allows you to feel free with your hands,” she told the Financial Times, ” but I did it in many decorated versions as I thought everyone was looking the same. It’s a bag that follows your personality; always the same, but always different.”

Once it appeared on the arm of that barometer of late-90s/early-00s style, Carrie Bradshaw, the Baguette’s “It” bag status was all but confirmed. Though the get was also beneficial to Sex and the City, as Sarah Jessica Parker explains:

“Fendi was really the first important design house to loan us items, with the Baguette handbag being the first. Having the Fendi Baguette was a very big deal, and the gateway to everything else. It really opened the floodgates and influenced the storyline – especially Carrie’s habit of spending more money on fashion than her home.”

Fendi Baguette goes on sale in Fendi stores June 1. [FT, Telegraph]

- According to British “lifestyle and entertainment show” Lorraine, this is Britain’s most beautiful face. Eh, she’s no Beyoncé. [Gawker]

- Prada and graphic designer Vahram Muratyan  came up with a  little gem of an ad campaign, “Parallel Universes” featuring their spring accessories animated with a heavy dose of adorable. [Styleite]

- David and Victoria Beckham made The Sunday Times annual rich list in the music category (are we really still counting The Spice Girls, kids?) having raked in some $32 million in the past year. [Vogue UK]

- Manolo Blahnik‘s collaboration with J. Crew, that the designer didn’t really know about to begin with, has been given a stiletto to the heart. J. Crew confirmed that it’s not happening but hopes they can give it another go the future. [The Cut]

- In other shoe news, Christian Louboutin is making an actual glass slipper in honor of Cinderella coming to Blu ray and DVD. It won’t need the trademark red sole since the  pools of blood will just collect under your feet the first time you even so much as trip on the sidewalk. [Refinery29]

- The first official photo of AnnaSophia Robb as the young Carrie Bradshaw has been released and there’s a bus with her name — and face — on it just around the corner. [Fashionista]

- And the bride wore scandal. The wife of Naomi Campbell‘s billionaire Russian boyfriend is finally granting him a divorce and is citing Campbell as cause for the break-up. Imagine that. [Daily Mail]

- January Jones eats her own placenta to keep herself energized. Which might explain why Betty Draper is such a raging bitch. [Refinery29]

- On average, tanning salons outnumber both Starbucks and McDonalds per city. So if the obesity or the caffeine-induced heart attack don’t get ya, the cancer will. Happy Monday! [Beauty High]

- Transgendered beauty Jenna Talackova may have been disqualified from the Miss Universe Canada pageant but the interwebs won’t let her go quietly into that tranny night. [Huff Po]

- And speaking of J. Lo, American Idol  is getting its own clothing line with Kohl’s. Because , it hasn’t mass produced enough crap in the past. [Vogue UK]

- Feeling opulent? How about this $11 million laptop case made out of 8,800 diamonds and rare black Siberian sable? You’re shitty MacBook would look great in it. [Hint]

- Or if you really want to splurge, there’s this 150-carat diamond ring made out of an actual diamond. I’ll be waiting for someone to slip this $70 million bauble on my delicate mannish finger. [Styleite]

- Dave Chappelle has apparently rejoined society by apparently joining Twitter. While Twitter has yet to confirm if this is indeed the real Dave Chappelle, Neal Brennan – co-creator of the greatest event of the 21st century, Chappelle’s Show – seems to think so. [Paper]

- Sarah Jessica Parker wrote a “very encouraging” letter to The Carrie Diaries star AnnaSophia Robb, effectively passing the Carrie Bradshaw torch. Literally. Robb neglected to mention that the letter was actually on fire and delivered attached to a brick through her bedroom window. That SJP. Class act. [Huff Po]

- And on a sad note, camp icon Royce Reed, of viral sensation “Royce & Marilyn,” has passed away. 2012 is literally the worst year ever. [Dangerous Minds]

-  Noted…Brit dude Piers Morgan thinks Kate Moss is “a vile little creature,” it seems, because she kicks him every time she sees him. Some people are so sensitive. [Telegraph]

- Jennifer Lopez breaks out her best smolder for the April cover of Vogue for the third popstar– is that what we’re calling her these days? —  in a row to be featured this year. [Fashionista]

- Jimmy Choo has dedicated a shoe to nonagenarian fashion icon/sassbot Iris Apfel. [The Cut]

- Speaking of 90-year-olds in heels, Madonna is coming out with a line of “dance-inspired” shoes in a collaboration with bargain basement discount cobbler Aldo. Way to cheapen the brand, Madge. [WWD]

- Carrie Bradshaw‘s iconic apartment — or rather the townhouse used for external shots — is up for sale and you can muse out of its windows while chainsmoking in front of your laptop for only $10 million. [Jezebel]

- Proving that Parisian houses aren’t the only ones who can’t hold onto its creative directors, Derek Lam has left his post at Tod’s. Who wants to officially start a Dior rumor? [WWD, sub req'd]

Founded in 1996 by former British Vogue accessories editor Tamara Mellon, the Jimmy Choo brand has become synonymous with the glamorous life thanks to frequent appearances on the red carpet and in pop culture.

What owning this book says about you: To quote the always profound Nicki Minaj – “They say my shoe game crazy / The mental asylum looking for me” — one must have a passion for Choo shoes that borders on the obsessive.

What will people say?!: “Tamara Mellon sure is all up and through this book.” Jimmy Choo’s leggy founder is featured as heavily as the shoes themselves, but considering Mellon abruptly left her post as chief creative officer at Choo a few months ago, her frequent appearance seems a bit out of place.

How this book will make your fashion brain grow: Aside from the glitz and the glam, Jimmy Choo XV has a chapter on “Technical Innovation” that, despite its name, doesn’t offer much in the way of technique or construction.

If you like this, you’ll love: Christian Louboutin. With five years on Jimmy Choo, Louboutin dedicated his coffee table book to his 20 years in the stiletto game.

Robb is best known for playing Violet Beuaregarde in Charlie and the Chocolate Factory and more recently one-armed surfer Bethany Hamilton in Soul Surfer. Let’s hope Robb is getting ready to step into Sarah Jessica Parker‘s iconic Manolo Blahniks by making cheap puns, getting sloshed on Cosmos, wearing a bird on her head and waxing philosophically as she stares out of her bedroom window. [Daily Mail]

- Snooki proved that there’s an actual person underneath all that tanner, bronzer, concealer, foundation, toner, shadow, blush, lip gloss, lip stick, mascara and whatever else she cakes on to step out of her hobbit hole. And that person is adorable. And 5 years old. [Refinery29]

- André Leon Talley thinks Republican candidate-in-training Rick Santorum is a dick and is not afraid to tweet about it. But in all fairness…Rick Santorum really is a huge dick. [Jezebel]

-  Emanuel Ungaro‘s really going through it. Not only is the label not showing its fall collection next month and cancelling its pre-fall show scheduled for next week, but it can’t fill orders for its spring collection either. [WWD]

- Brad Goreski revealed his latest gig via Twitter — she’s styling J. Brand‘s fall 2012 show. [StyleCaster]

- Just hours after debuting online, Versace for H&M’s Cruise Collection has already sold out. That is before it shows up later today on eBay. [Huff Po]

Placemats and a Titanic number of silverware get the table set right.

The class level instantly jumps an octave with hot homemade apple cider. Serve it from a spouted jug and suddenly you're a right Martha Stewart.

Use it for distributing hor d'oeuvres or toting drinks to guests; a serving tray makes it look like a real affair. These colors keep it bright and festive, but it's a pattern you can also use for your summertime BBQs, too. No Santa tray shall be wasted.

It's all about the ambiance. Keep the lights dim, the candles bright, and the candlesticks classy.

The weather is always the curveball for an event, and depending on your floor situation, you might not want people tromping in with sopping wet boots. But think of Carrie and her missing Manolos! You don't want to end your party indebted $600 in shoe damages to your friend whose heels went missing from the unceremonious shoe pile. Have a solid welcome mat and a cute towel by the door to take care of any messy (yet fabulous) shoes.

With a little bit of sparkle and a defined waist, get your hostess dress in the shiny little Susie Homemaker variety. An LBD with a built in necklace means no jewelry will swing in the soup.

1. Paris Is Burning (1990) Set amidst the backdrop of 80s New York ball culture, Paris Is Burning is an exploration of beauty, race, sexuality, capitalism and the American Dream, all wrapped up in a dragtastic homage to the transformative powers of fashion. Also, where do you think Madonna learned to Vogue? See Also: To Wong Foo -- Thanks for Everything! Julie Newmar (1994) Drag queens, yes; acute social commentary, not so much...but how can you argue with this? Oh, that's right, you can't.

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2. The September Issue (2009) Step inside the hallowed halls of the fashion Bible that is U.S. Vogue. We get a rare glimpse of the woman behind the bob and Chanel sunglasses, as Anna Wintour admits with a palpable hint of regret that the distinguished members of her family think what she does is "quite funny." But it's Grace Coddington's bleeding artistic heart that stays with you throughout. See Also: Bill Cunningham New York (2010) Bill Cunningham, legendary streetstyle photographer for the New York Times has a Puritanical simplicity to his life but a couturier's eye for trends and detail that is documented in this tender portrait, featuring the likes of Wintour, Carmen Dell'Orefice, Anna Piaggi and Michael Kors.

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3. Breakfast at Tiffany's (1961) Though not necessarily a film about fashion, Breakfast at Tiffany's is the quintessential fashion film. Audrey Hepburn as Holly Golightly continues to teach and inspire girls and certain boys everywhere on how to be chic, how to be urbane and how to live fabulously in New York -- or at least how to pretend. And there has never been a more iconic Little Black Dress ever put on screen. See Also: Darling (1965) Darling's Diana Scott is the British, unapologetically wanton version of Holly Golightly. A morally-suspect fashion model who sleeps her way to the top, Diana still manages to come off as a naïve and sympathetic character -- despite exhibiting behavior to the contrary -- thanks to Julie Christie's Oscar-winning portrayal.

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4. Unzipped (1995) Sure, there are other backstage, behind the curtain, beneath the bustle documentaries of fashion designers, but none are as stylish as Isaac Mizrahi's Unzipped. When Isaac was the new, young It designer on the block; when Naomi, Cindy, Christy and Linda ruled the catwalks; when Eartha Kitt was still alive and purring -- Unzipped documents the height of 90s fashion, right before the balloon went bust. See Also: Valentino: The Last Emperor (2008) Whereas Unzipped follows a designer in the earlier stages of his career, The Last Emperor observes a master -- Valentino Garavani -- as he takes his final bow with his partner of 50 years by his side, Giancarlo Giammetti.

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5. Funny Face (1957) Audrey Hepburn makes a return to the list, but this time she is the unlikely model Jo Stockton, a bookworm with an unconventional look that inspires love in photographer Dick Avery, played by Fred Astaire. A fantastic set of photoshoots and gowns by Hubert de Givenchy are the main attractions, but Kay Thompson as salty editrix Maggie Prescott could give Miranda Priestly a run for her money. See Also: The Women (1939) Though Funny Face features a climactic runway show, The Women spared no expense in shooting its nearly 10-minute fashion show in color, despite the entire film being in black and white. Do not mistake this classic with that awful remake Diane English regurgitated a few years ago.

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6. Mahogany (1975) Arguably Diana Ross's greatest cinematic achievement -- if only for this -- Mahogany chronicles the rise of supermodel Mahogany from the slums of Chicago to the runways of Paris and finally to international acclaim as a designer in her own right, only to give it all up for the man she loves...a move Ms. Ross would openly spit upon, but which she plays with considerable believability. See Also: Gia (1998) While Mahogany is a fictional supermodel who dabbles on the dark side, Gia Carangi was the real thing whose excesses eventually got the best of her. The film is best remembered, however, for launching Angelina Jolie to stardom, thus ensuring Jennifer Aniston's lifelong ire.

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7. Clueless (1995) What can one say about Clueless? The perfect teen movie, it's infinitely quotable -- "You're just a virgin...who can't...DROIVE." -- and is there a character with as enviable a closet as Cher Horowitz? Bonus points for first introducing me and perhaps a majority of the world to Azzedine Alaïa. See Also: The 2nd Season of Gossip Girl (2008-2009) With the possible exception of Mean Girls, there hasn't come along a teen movie as smart or as witty as Clueless. But in terms of style, the second season of Gossip Girl rose to the challenge, making fashion icons of Blair Waldorf and Serena Vanderwoodsen, as well as their real-life counterparts, Leighton Meester and Blake Lively.

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8. Blow-Up (1966) Michelangelo Antonioni captures the mod mood of 60s Swinging London as a hedonistic fashion photographer -- played by David Hemmings -- tries to figure out whether or not he accidentally snapped a murder. In the film's most famous scene, 6'1 supermodel Veruschka writhes around the set of a photoshoot as Hemmings makes love to her with his camera. See Also: La Dolce Vita (1960) If Blow-Up swings, La Dolce Vita sways. Federico Fellini's romantic portrait of Rome is as sleek and stylish as protagonist Marcello Rubini's suits.

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9. The Devil Wears Prada (2006) It's a matter of public record that Lauren Weisberger's roman à clef was based on Anna Wintour -- who famously wore Prada to the film's opening -- but what the film accomplishes (okay, let's be real, what Meryl Streep accomplishes) is creating not only one of the greatest villains, but also one of the greatest fashion icons, in modern cinema. See Also: Sex and the City: The Movie (2008) A completely unnecessary production and by the loosest definitions an actual "movie," Sex and the City also benefited from Pat Field's brilliant styling. But unlike The Devil Wears Prada, there was no Oscar nomination for attiring Carrie and Co.

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10.Zoolander (2001) Everything benefits from a parody -- rather, everything benefits from a good parody, Though Zoolander is far from perfect, it's a fun and funny romp through fashion's ridiculous playground; complete with walk-offs, an evil Galliano-esque designer in Jacobim Mugatu and the introduction of Blue Steel into the cultural lexicon. And lucky for us, there's a sequel in the works thus righting everything with the world. See Also: Brüno (2009) Taking off where Ben Stiller catwalked off, Sacha Baron Cohen's flamboyant character traipsed through America, spreading his questionably fashionable and gratuitously gay, booty-shorted self from sea to shining seaman.

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exclaimed Carrie Bradshaw as she got mugged of these very shoes on that terrifying episode of Sex and the City.

Strappy and sensibly low, these diamanté strips sparkle thin in abundance.

The original Murial has been re-envisioned in zebra

Slip on the tropic glow low with crystal embedded denim and leather mules.

Classic Jimmy, point the stiletto sharp and cut the opening low. The lace layered snakeskin adds to the thrill.

Gold lamé-covered suede embodies the glamazonian nature of the Jimmy Choo lady.

Sarah will be rated on the below categories, five being the highest and 1 being the lowest.

< > at the David Koch Theatre at Lincoln Center on September 22, 2011 in New York City.

< > at the David Koch Theatre at Lincoln Center on September 22, 2011 in New York City.

Halston with his girls — Bianca Jagger, Liza Minnelli and Michael Jackson

Between May 1, 2010 and May 1, 2011, these were the lauded ladies who laughed all the way to the bank. [Forbes]

1. Angie Joles, $30 million. Drink it in, Jolie, and then eat a sandwich, you’re scaring the kids.

at The 22nd Annual American Cinematheque Award at the Beverly Hilton Hotel on October 12, 2007 in Beverly Hills, California.

As part of the festivities in the run-up to this yearâ??s Oscar telecast, Laura Ziskin, 79th Annual Academy Awards® producer, has announced â??A Celebration of Oscar Fashionâ? â?? a live event presenting a unique retrospective of Oscar fashion. Pictured here in one of the dresses displayed: Julia Roberts in Vintage Valentino at the 73rd Academy Awards® on March 25, 2001.

Alexander McQueen

Nini Ricci

Marchesa

Elie Saab

Vivienne Westwood

Lanvin

Alexander McQueen

Elie Saab & L'Wren Scott

Producer/actress Sarah Jessica Parker arrives to Bravo Media's 2010 Upfront Party to promote her new show "Work of Art", which she serves as Executive Producer. Skylight Studios, West Soho New York, New York Wednesday, March 10, 2010 Johns PkI/Splash News

Stella McCartney

Dolce & Gabbana

Yves Saint Laurent

Alexander McQueen

Burberry

Halston

Dior Haute Couture

Whether SJP and co. decide to tell that story, however, is anyone’s guess:

“I think it always comes down to story and what is the story people want to tell…I think there are lots of talented storytellers and obviously lots of talented actors who might be a part of it.”

Parker also added that she would be open to another actress stepping into her iconic Manolos, perhaps Gossip Girl‘s Blake Lively who was allegedly being considered for a prequel wherein she would  play a teenaged Carrie Bradshaw.

Well, whatever happens, just give me Pat Field and another Liza cameo; I’ll buy my ticket and lovingly roll my eyes through cheap pun after cheap pun after lurid sex joke after embarrassing sex scene . [Marie Claire UK]

1. Paris Is Burning (1990)

Set amidst the backdrop of 80s New York ball culture, Paris Is Burning is an exploration of beauty, race, sexuality, capitalism and the American Dream, all wrapped up in a dragtastic homage to the transformative powers of fashion. Also, where do you think Madonna learned to Vogue?

See Also: To Wong Foo — Thanks for Everything! Julie Newmar (1994) Drag queens, yes; acute social commentary, not so much…but how can you argue with this? Oh, that’s right, you can’t.

Let’s start with the best of the Derby, the Southern Belles who embodied the spirit of the event in a tasteful and classic manner.

Johnny Weir is the winner of best dressed! He looks amazing in his dandy ensemble and gorgeous oversize hat.

Ashley Simpson looks absolutely adorable (something I don’t get to say very often) in her cloche hat, pearls and polka dots. It’s 1922 at the Derby and she is in high style. But I wish she would have put her hair up.

I love this bright periwinkle dress Jaime Pressly chose to pair with her dark hat and shoes. But I can’t tell if the dress is wrinkled or not, which is a little irritating to the eye.

Doesn’t LeAnn Rimes embody the spirit of the Derby perfectly? I really adore the floral mini dress and how the ribbon on her elegant straw hat matches it to a T. I would have done a different shoe, but that’s me.

Joey Fatone is certainly N*SYNC with the festivities (forgive me, it’s Friday and I’ve already started with the juleps). Give me red roses and feathers any day of the week.

This is a very special photo that will take us from the best dressed at the Derby to the worst dressed. Kim Kardashian looks absolutely gorgeous. Her look is sexy and sophisticated, and I especially love the hat and wrist gloves. Brava, Kim.

Kris Kardashian on this other hand looks a mess. This dress is not flattering on her and the patent leather stripper shoes were a poor choice for the event. AND I could make a leather tote bag out of her sun damaged skin. Bad, bad, bad.

God in heaven, save us from the evil that is Brooke Shields‘ hat. It seriously looks like her whiny kids made it for her in school – a failed attempt on Brooke’s choice to wear it and the children for being poor crafters. And I think I had this same dress when I was five, so maybe she borrowed it from her daughters too?

I was a little torn here, because all of these hats are fabulous. Kenda look bangin’, she is actually one of the best dressed in my opinion. HOWEVER, where in Satan’s hell did Bridget and Holly get those dresses? Macy’s junior department prom section is about on par with these disasters, couldn’t they get anything better? Wait, probably not. Hef also looks pretty fly for a 200-year-old man.

An all black outfit to the Derby? Are you f*cking kidding me Gabrielle Union? In the words of Carrie Bradshaw‘s unfortunate party girl friend Lexi Featherston, “I’m so bored, I could die.”

And here it is, the absolute worst outfit of the 2010 Kentucky Derby. Bethenny Frankel opted for a light pink seersucker jumpsuit with matching ruffle, side tail and hat. But I think the lollipop is what pisses me off the most. It kind of looks like she wrapped herself in a baby blanket, no?

I hope you enjoyed this very special Kentucky Derby edition of Red Carpet Report Card. Stay tuned for the best and worst dressed at this year’s event next week.

1. Isaac Mizrahi

Though I live by Unzipped and gave Bravo‘s The Fashion Show a shot (even before the inclusion of Iman), once the mandals came out I just couldn’t keep my silence any longer.

2. Christian Audigier

Audigier would land on this list just for creating Ed Hardy, but religiously wearing it only cements his inclusion.

3. Vivienne Westwood

You know Crazy Cat Lady from The Simpsons? Dye her hair Carrot Top orange, throw her in a combat boot and call her Vivienne Westwood.

4. John Galliano

I’m less offended by his ringing endorsement of Hitler than by his penchant for gay pirate dandyism.

5. Kate Mulleavy

Turns out you can go wrong with all black, whereas a pop of color and a show of effort are always in fashion.

6. Jeremy Scott

Scott’s look says to me “Club kid who kept partying long after the trash was swept up” only Scott then rummaged through said trash for this jacket.

7. Patricia Field

Though she practically single-handedly created the fashion icon known as Carrie Bradshaw, Pat Field can give off too a bit too much sex in the city. Though kudos for rocking that Jessica Rabbit red hair better and before Rihanna.

8. Anna Sui

I saw Anna Sui on the street the other day…though it could’ve been a bag lady. Either way her China Bang was stunning.

9  Karl Lagerfeld, Perhaps a controversial choice, but the gay vampire look sometimes leaves me…cold.

10. Betsey Johnson

There’s nothing I want more than to see Betsey Johnson doing cartwheels in a ballerina tutu at age 90. Just because it’s bad doesn’t mean it doesn’t feel good.

- Dov Charney no longer holds the majority share in American Apparel after an influx of cash last week from a group of Canadian funders, including private investor Michael Serruya. Unlike everyone else in the world, Serruya has confidence in the American Apparel brand and in Dov Charney, whom he thinks is the victim of a “shakedown,” in reference to that whole sex slave thing. [WWD]

- Are your alarms set? Are your puffy-sleeved gowns steamed and at the ready? The Royal Wedding is tomorrow, meaning that people might stop doing creepy things like tattooing their front teeth with Prince William‘s and Kate Middelton‘s likenesses, or spending 490 bucks (or three easy payments of 163 bucks)  for a vinyl doll bearing the Issa engagement dress seen round the world (as soon as that wedding dress debuts, however, that doll is getting an upgrade). But there’s perhaps nothing creepier– or…classier? —  than slipping on some royally-inspired latex to get it on in the boudoir. Though for $13, I’d expect more than three lousy Will and Kate Jimmyhats — I’m ready to consummate all over that couple. [Fashionista]

1. Spying on your man in church. You never know when pulling a Carrie Bradshaw and spying on your own Mister Big is going to take you into God’s house. Make sure you’re prepared with wrist gloves and a Sunday hat that will knock his mother off her pew. For a colorful, sophisticated look, try Linea Large Brim Spikey Feather Hat, Nordstrom ‘Drama’ Wide Brim Straw Hat and Kaliko Bright Pink Straw Bow Hat.

2. Cruising on a doomed ship. Vacationers on the Titanic didn’t know about their impending fate, so they were all riding the fabulous high horse. But you don’t need to choose a sinking ship to look as remarkable as they because these fine boating hats will do just fine. For a more traditional look, try the Linea Stripe Bow Tilted Hat or John Lewis Women Stripe Floppy Hat with Bow. If you want a modern take for your summer boating adventures, Vans I’m on a Boat Straw Boater and Eugenia Kim Honey Striped Toyo Sun Hat are great options.

3. Shopping. A lady would never have entered Tiffany & Co. without a hat in Audrey Hepburn’s day – how slovenly! Channel your inner socialite while perusing the Goodwill by covering that risque head of yours. Either the Louis Vuitton Mink Bell-Hat, Vintage 1960 Black & White Sparkle Bow Cloche Hat or Brenda Lynn Audrey Hat will do.

4. At the doctor’s office. If anyone knows how to seduce, it’s Sophia Loren, especially when she is after a man playing hard to get. You too can feel sexy and chic getting your yearly check-up by channeling her look ala The Millionairess. These will all look fabulous with your corset: MARKET Red Floppy Hat, Brenda Lynn Milan Boater Hat, French Connection Spice Blush Floppy Hat and Nordstrom Floppy Ribbon Sun Hat.

5. Boozing. Hats, headbands, it’s all the same in casinos and speakeasies. Breaking boundaries with nonpareil style, flappers knew how to look fantastic while drinking the Devil’s elixir. Though not quite hats, these hairpieces will get you the look and the swagger. Try Colette Malouf Mesh Puff Flower Crocodile Clip, Zara 1920s Style Headband, Dorothy Perkins Brown Feather With Bead Centre Stretch Headband or Mother Plucker Red and Purple Side Feather Headband and get your drank on.

6. Mourning the loss of ruined winter shoes. It happens to us every year in the land of snow, sleet and freezing rain. We sacrifice a pair of shoes to keep our feet dry and warm. Although tragic, you can mourn your favorite defunct footwear in style by channeling superstar mob wives like Carmela Soprano, Sandra Corleone and Rosalie Aprile. Black and dramatic is the way to go with styles like these: Misaharada Valeska Hat, Comme des Garçons Bow Detail Hat and Lanvin Swarovski Crystal Pin-Embellished Straw Hat.

7. Frolicking and/or walking on water. Wouldn’t we all love to live in Mary Poppins’ wonderful world of animated fantasy? The answer is obviously yes. And although this may not be possible in a city as grimy as New York, you can still frolic about, wherever you are, in a bonnet of fantastic allure. Kokin White Rose Feathered Silk Hat, Bonnets 1870′S Bandeau Hat and Vintage Vine and Big Blossom Straw Hat will have you flying high like the whimsical Poppins herself.

Already the newest face of Chanel and always seen wearing Louboutins, Lively would be a perfect match to play a young Carrie. She’s a little bit tall for the part, but otherwise, what a perfect match!

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The author of Sex and the City wore this monstrosity to last night’s New York City Ballet gala, and I just don’t understand the choice. Is it supposed to resemble a demented tutu? You’re a pretty lady Candace Bushnell, but this looks like you forgot to tip your gardener.

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are Carrie and the girls no longer trendy?….

Yes they were dressed in over-the-top designer duds but is that even cool anymore? In the ten + years since the show has gone off the air, we’ve seen the rise of Alexander Wang, Phillip Lim, American Apparel, “it” girls like Erin Wasson and Agyness, and stars like Alison Mosshart and MIA. At this point Carrie running around in a turban and Samantha in a red dress with spiked shoulders just looks circus costumes gone wrong. Their ensembles were so over-the-top I felt like I was watching rejects from the gay pride parade. Or the Meatpacking District. When the show first aired it was a revolution. It was a revolution for fashion, feminism, and the city of New York itself. But while the rest of us have moved on, Carrie and the girls are stuck on their own fabulousness (you too Madonna). Ladies it’s a wrap.

Sex and the City 2 opens with a lavish gay wedding between Carrie’s gbf (gay best friend) and Charlotte’s gfb. Towelroad sad down with the ladies to chat about their feelings towards the controversial subject. Check out the video after the jump.

After watching SATC2, Becks and I have come to the conclusion that much like Batman Begins provided a refreshing and much needed reset on the Batman mythos, the girls are in desperate need of a MAJOR MAKEOVER!!! Not everyone in the office agrees, but that’s not stopping us from asking your opinion. So, do you think the series needs a reboot? What would you do to make it better?

We’ve been on the look-out for Carrie Bradshaw Preston’s gay wedding headband since seeing SATC2 this morning. Fortunately, we’ve found it on PatriciaField.com. We’re not sure if we should endorse such a brave piece of fashion, since so few woman can successfully make this work, but we just can’t help it when it comes to all things Sex, so wear at your own risk. Available for $40o.

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For all of you who know me, or at least read FashionIndie regularly, you know that my obsession with Sarah Jessica Parker (as Carrie Bradshaw or any other character) is unparalleled. My love for Sex and the City is up there as well. As much as I marveled at the first movie, loving every big screen second, nearly every minute of the SATC 2 was painful and strained as I watched the “sparkle” slowly die in my favorite characters.

Don’t get me wrong, there was no way I wasn’t going to watch this second attempt at screen time for my favorite New Yorkers, but the script seemed so forced that all the lavishness (and there was tons of lavishness) in the movie could not keep me entertained. The drama was lacking, the clothes were disappointing, and the decor was overdone…as Carrie kept trying to keep the “sparkle” in her marriage, I struggled to find sparkle in the movie. On top of that, unnecessary cameos were forced on the viewer, including an old Liza Minnelli (who Saynt insists was rocking a computer generated body), an annoying Miley Cyrus, and an overacted (and yet still underused) Penelope Cruz (who should have just played herself).

Each character dealt with her own issues: Charlotte with her husband enticing bra-less Irish nanny, Miranda with her woman-hating boss, Carrie with an aging Big and the prospect of a 5-day love life, and Samantha, who was trying to overcome menopause and trying to keep her labia luscious. All in all, the drama was about as flat as Carrie’s puns and tired jokes.

A gay wedding, a trip to Abu Dhabi and the reappearance of an old fling just couldn’t give this movie the dose of “Sex” most woman have come to expect from this movie series that, like Big and Carries marriage and Charlotte’s kid, has hit the Terrible Twos.  Hopefully, the girls take this chance to hang up their Louboutin’s and give this series a rest.

I’d say skip this, unless of course you’re just going for the clothes, to which I’d suggest a healthy dose of 5th Avenue window shopping. It’s cheaper and will take less time than this 2:20 window into a future lush with menopause, camel toe and sexless nights.

With Sex and the City 2 around the bend – May 27, ladies! – we thought it would be fun to reminisce about all the amazing fashion moments from the show. Let’s kick things off with the one, the only Carrie Bradshaw! There aren’t enough positive adjectives to describe this woman’s impeccable, risk-taking flair. She constantly pushed her style to another level, yet never took it to a kooky place. From crop tops to Manolos, fur coats to Fendi, Carrie provided an endless amount of eye candy, insurmountable inspiration. Here’s to her fearless fashions. Check out FabTV for more Carrie fashion fodder.

Photos courtesy of HBO

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Sarah Jessica Parker was voted the least sexy female by fans of Sex and the City. I find that really surprising, because I think her character is darling. Unfortunately, many fans don’t find her attractive, but I think out of the group she is the most appealing due to her distinctive style. What do you guys think? Do you agree with the poll? LINK LOVE: IDCYK

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In a salute to the upcoming exhibition at the Metropolitan Museum of Art Costume Institute, “American Woman: Fashioning a National Identity,” VOGUE’s May issue offers a celebration of the same topic. To herald the cause and as the emblem of today’s American woman, Sarah Jessica Parker is VOGUE’s May cover star.

VOGUE contributing editor Vicki Woods visits with Ms. Parker as she prepares for the upcoming release of the sequel to Sex and the City, begins her role as president and chief creative officer of Halston, and faces the challenges of being a mom to three small children. Styled by Tonne Goodman, SJP was photographed for the cover by Mario Testino.

Entire article on Vogue.com

Highlights From the Article:

On having children with a surrogate mother: “Meeting your children rather than giving birth to them, it’s as if, um, it’s—suspended animation. The gestational experience is gone. It’s as if everything else disappears for a moment, and the world goes silent and—I can’t explain it except to say that nothing else existed. I don’t remember anything but the blanket on the bed that they were lying on and my husband’s face and their faces and my sons. It’s literally as if sound is sucked from the room. Time stands still. It’s so different, and equally extraordinary.”

On the importance of keeping perspective: “We painted our patio furniture ourselves…. I make my children’s food myself. We put together their high chairs ourselves; we do a lot ourselves! We do our own grocery shopping, we go to the market ourselves, you know? I do my laundry.”

The upcoming Sex and the City sequel: “We four women, despite I guess what a lot of people hope, have never been better. This movie—and maybe it’s because we actually lived together—it was the best! We were together all day long, at night, in the restaurants, in our hotels. It was wonderful.”

Sex and the City getting older: “We’re still playing—uh, I don’t know how old Carrie is! Is she about 42 now? I think Carrie’s younger than I [Parker is 45], and Miranda and Charlotte are younger than they are in real life. Samantha was always the older lady, so she’s 52 now and talks a lot about what comes with that. In the movie. Talks about menopause. Comedically.”

Her introduction to New York and Halston: “I came to New York originally in 1976, and then I got this part in Annie around the corner from Studio 54. I was a little girl, and for some reason they always invited the cast of Annie to Studio 54, so there I was at thirteen and fourteen, and the doorman would usher us in, literally underneath his arms. And it was 1977 in New York City, and you couldn’t be alive and not know the name Halston.”

Her new position with Halston “There was every reason to say no, and there were very compelling reasons to say yes…. It’s an exciting time at that company. It has had some false starts that are well documented and it is relaunching itself. It has a wonderful legacy, and I couldn’t say no.”

It’s the day before your event and you have nothing to wear!  You see your favorite celebrity looking amazing in a designer dress you could only dream of buying.  You have been dying to try that hot new designer but want to try it out first.

Enter Rent the Runway, an exciting new way for women to experience Carrie Bradshaw’s closet without the commitment!  Rent the Runway is an exclusive, invitation-only service that allows you to rent expensive, high-end designer dresses and jewelry for a 4-day or 8-day rental period for a mere fraction of the retail price.  We work directly with designers to build our coveted inventory, which includes dresses from Milly, Proenza Schouler, Herve Leger, Tibi, Catherine Malandrino and Badgley Mischka, and jewelry from Lee Angel, Subversive, Dannijo and many more lust worthy labels.

Indeed, the concept is revolutionary.  But we make it super simple!  Using our motto of Love. Wear. Return., you go to the site, browse our dress and jewelry collections by designer, style or by the date you need it. Your rental includes a free back-up size (just in case), return postage and dry cleaning fees.  (Did we mention the free advice from Rent the Runway stylists, fabulous fashionistas ready to take the intimidation factor out of the designer experience?!)  Your dress shows up ready to wear and when you’re done, just put it in the pre-paid packaging and drop it in the mailbox. Chic has never been so simple and the first 1,000 Fashion Indie readers get $10 off their rental until May 9. Use promo code:  indie2010.

With Sex and the City 2 coming out this May, beauty lines just couldn’t wait to pick up some inspiration. Julep has released nail polishes for each character, equip with fun pinks, a minty green, and a lavender for Charlotte. Buy the whole set for $25 from Julep Nail Parlor!

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Kristin Davis, Sarah Jessica Parker, Cynthia Nixon and Kim Cattrall in New Line Cinema's Sex and the City - 2008

If you were checking out SJP’s bejeweled wrist last night and you noticed something a bit astray, don’t worry you weren’t alone. When dozens of people realized that the uppermost bracelet on the actress’ wrist wasn’t moving they concluded that the star had sprung for Peter Phillips’ temporary tattoos. Not sure the tattoo was necessary, but leave it up to Sarah Jessica to model something different. I guess she thought she needed a little something extra to complete that Chanel dress of hers!

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Sarah Jessica Parker has hit the beauty scene with her own addition in fragrance. “SJP NYC” is a fruity and floral mix with packaging said to mirror the inside of Sarah’s closet.

The fragrance, made to capture the essence of the city, has already hit store shelves and is available at all major department stores for $49.00.

Guess we’ll have to see if SJP can capture that NYC essence as well as Carrie Bradshaw. Go get “SJP NYC” and check it out!

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NY Mag has the breakdown of the outfits from the SATC 2 trailer, stating that there are more Louboutin appearances than necessary!

We already know that in the the opening clip Carrie is wearing limited edition Mykita & Bernhard Willhelm sunglasses ($525 @ Patricia Field.) Her white dress is Halston and the necklace is Solange Azagury-Partridge, and costs almost $200k.

The shoes are Louboutin and the clutch is Chanel. Big is treating Carrie very well!
In the clip taking place in front of Bergdorf Goodman, we have Samantha with a VBH bag ($1300) and black Ray Bans. Miranda is wearing YSL Tribute heels. Charlotte is in head-to-toe pink Dior (including the bag) but not the shoes. Those are Loubs.

In this adventure the girls travel to some Arabian country. Expect sequined turbans, the girls getting sand in their “naughty” and Samantha being beheaded for “being ridden more than the village camel” . I honestly can’t wait!!!

Kind of a boring poster for this much anticipated movie.

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Here is the first image of the cover of Candace Bushnell’s The Carrie Diaries, a young adult book series set during the teen years of the Sex And The City protagonist.

“Carrie in high school did not follow the crowd – she led it, it was there that she began observing and commenting on the social scene.”

The first volume of The Carrie Diaries is scheduled for release April 27, 2010, just a month before the theaterical release of Sex And The City 2.

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Remember the Gucci ‘Belt Bag,’ made popular by Carrie Bradshaw in Sex and The City? Well, here is Rihanna wearing LV’s version…Is the Fanny back? I hope not!

Image via Just Jared

Funny girl TINA FEY, goes glam on the November cover of Harper’s Bazaar and in a frank interview, the comic heroine reveals her thoughts on Botox, motherhood and why Liz Lemon and Carrie Bradshaw would be best friends.

The November issue hits stands October 20th.

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Fashionista doesn’t like the news, and here’s why:

1. Halston is a disaster. Though we’re sure Marios Schwab will end its curse and do something brilliant, a brand can’t have a face for a collection that doesn’t exist (yet).

2. Last time Harvey chose a face, Rachel Zoe, to be associated with a brand, it failed. It really, really failed.

3. As if fashion wasn’t sick enough of celebrity, whatever comes down Lindsay Lohan’s runway for Ungaro this week will probably put off even the most celeb-friendly of the fashion world for a moment.

4. It’d be silly to pay Sarah Jessica Parker to be the face of a brand when Carrie Bradshaw’s been photographed wearing it all over Manhattan, for free, and will be seen on every screen in the same dresses come May.

Personally, I’m not specifically a fan of celebrity models, but maybe that’s just because I love models? What do you guys think of this new rumor?

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A few people have been saying that the movie will not finish production…there has been a ton of backlash towards the second SATC, but by the looks of it, Carrie Bradshaw is still rolling!

Pics Via Just Jared

Chris Noth and Sarah Jessica Parker on the set of 'Sex and the City 2' filming on location in Manhattan New York City, USA - 01.09.09 Mandatory Credit: WENN.com

Sarah Jessica Parker wears an outfit inspired by 'Flashdance' on the set of her new movie 'Sex and the City 2' filming on location in Manhattan New York City, USA - 01.09.09 Mandatory Credit: L. Dixon/WENN.com

Now that watching Sex and the City reruns on TBS has become a regular habit of mine, I’ve come to notice something that somehow escaped me the first time around. Maybe it was the glamour and allure of the New York City backdrop, but, besides the fact that Carrie is a complete idiot, I’ve realized just how truly ugly her outfits were. And yet, it has made a celebrity out stylist Patricia “feeling-herself-too-much” Field who quite frankly, at her age needs a little Stacy and Clinton in her life. Having been responsible for Carrie’s signature haphazard style has for whatever reason has spurred Patricia-mania, and I have yet to buy the hype. But I digress.

Some may say Carrie’s wardrobe was eclectic, unique, even groundbreaking. And yes, there were moments when I literally salivated over a well put together, chic ensemble. But nine times out of ten, the clothes were nonsensical and excessive, if not schizophrenic. I’ll admit it’s gotten better over the years, and with movie number two on the way I can only hope Carrie’s outfits aren’t as skittish as her relationship with Big.

Besides the rumor that the Sex and the City sequel is to be set in London, we have a few other interesting plot spoliers. Don’t read further if you don’t want to know…

“Big loses a lot of money and takes a job in London, living alone in a one-bedroom apartment without the five-star luxuries he is used to. Big gets really low and ends up in bed with another woman. He tells Carrie everything and she flies out to confront him. After she leaves him, she discovers she is pregnant.”

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In celebration of “seven decades of female risk takers, rule breakers and style makers” Glamour brings 12 American Icons back to life with some of today’s rising stars.

The tribute includes Lindsay Lohan as Madonna, Chanel Iman as Althea Gibson, and Emma Roberts as Audrey Hepburn (above).

GALLERY: Glamour‘s American Icons.

Here’s are four of our least favorites…

Patricia Field for Marks & Spencer just hit stores in the UK and online.

Of course, it’s hard not to see Carrie Bradshaw in the “Destination Style New York” collection. I only wish the accessories were a little more special.