What Fashion Lessons Can We Learn from Charlotte York?

While life isn't always rainbows and butterflies, we are always able to confront everyday challenges with a smile on our faces and an elegant outfit. At least, that’s what Charlotte York, the biggest fictional hopeless romantic from New York, has taught fashionistas worldwide. 

Darren Star's Sex and the City, based on Candace Bushnell's book of the same name, follows the romantic and professional lives of four friends in New York, Carrie, Miranda, Charlotte and Samantha. While the city is considered the main star, the four characters know how to steal the scene, be it with their personality or fabulous outfits. 

Along iconic moments and memorable sayings, they also leave us with many lessons about life, love, career, friendship and fashion. With Carrie Bradshaw, one learns about bold styling and compassion. With Miranda Hobbes, about formality and how to be career-focused. With Samantha Jones, we learn about confidence, extravagance and success. And Charlotte York, among many of her lessons, from having hope in love to respecting personal standards and boundaries, has left a lot of fashion tips for fashionistas everywhere. So, here is a guide on what fashion lessons we can learn from Charlotte York

Headbands Can Be Crowns 

As the princess of Park Avenue, Charlotte had a different kind of crown — a  headband. A little extra to an ensemble, headbands add a touch of sophistication while maintaining a minimalist yet so romantic look.

Pearl necklace Are a Girl's Best Friend

Once upon a time, we heard the saying that diamonds are a girl's best friend. While some diamonds never hurt anyone, Charlotte York has shown us that pearl necklaces can also be a good companion – and in some cases, depending on the outfit, even a better option. 

Printed Skirts to Give Some Sparkle

A lover of all things feminine and traditional, Charlotte loved a nice midi skirt. And her signature touch was to choose visually appealing prints. From a Prada lipstick skirt from Spring 2000, to several floral ones, she has always given a twist to her looks.

Hats Are The Cherry On Top 

Before Gen Z made bucket hats a phenomenon, Charlotte York was already nailing the trend like no one else. In addition to buckets, she added beach and classic hats to her looks, taking them to the next level.

Trench Coats: Wrapping Up In Style

There's nothing more classic – and therefore more Charlotte York –  than a plaid Burberry trench coat. She was not just a plaid trench lover, but also of neutral shades too. The character once wore a black trench coat to a date at a homeware store. And even though she dumped the man for his peculiar taste in porcelain, she continued to walk the streets of the city with elegance and sophistication. 

Bayonetta Glasses: An Icon Ahead of Its Time

From a time when wearing glasses was out of fashion, Charlotte would be impressed by the impact she left on the generation to come. In a landscape where office siren this business attire looks that, Bayonetta glasses status has risen. And it certainly would not have happened without Charlotte York's help. As an art dealer, the character opted for glasses in the workplace to maintain a more intellectual look. However, she seduces her divorce lawyer and then second husband, Harry, while wearing them. Maybe it was all the leather in the room...or perhaps it was all due to the glasses.

The Preppy Queen Needs Ralph Lauren Sweaters

Nobody does preppy like Charlotte. First, because of her undeniable elegance. Second, she was a teen model for Ralph Lauren while growing up in New Haven, Connecticut. As a Ralph Lauren girl, actress Kristin Davis' character wears several Ralph Lauren sweaters and tees with the iconic logo throughout the show. 

Hot Pink Looks 

Before Barbie Core, there was a Lady in pink mania. And the lady in discussion is no one else than Charlotte York. The character from the renowned HBO show was already incorporating head-to-toe pink looks in her daily activities, be it lunch with the girls or a casual date. When not in full pink, she makes sure to incorporate the popular hue in some way, be in handbags or coats.  

Florals No Matter The Season

While the lemma of "florals for spring" may be old, Charlotte has managed to make the flower print timeless. Whether on romantic dresses, aprons, skirts, coats, or bags, the character makes every outfit bloom no matter the season.