The Untold Secret Behind Carrie Bradshaw's Iconic No Manicure Look

Sarah Jessica Parker has finally unveiled the reason behind the iconic bare nails of Carrie Bradshaw. The renowned actress, who portrays the character in "And Just Like That," recently shared with Glamour on June 21 the rationale behind her and Carrie's choice to refrain from wearing nail polish.

Parker explained that she rarely does her nails and has only worn nail polish twice in the past decade. Despite the expectation for her character, Carrie, to have flawless manicures, Parker pointed out that as a writer, it seemed pointless because her nails would constantly be ruined and it would hinder her thought process. Additionally, Parker mentioned that filming the show out of sequence makes it impractical to have a nail color that matches every scene, as it slows down the filming process and adds unnecessary expenses.

Carrie, known for not typically expressing herself through manicures, surprised fans by showcasing bold nail polish later in the season. Parker believed it would create an interesting visual given the outfits and settings of those particular scenes.

Additionally, viewers eagerly anticipated seeing Carrie donning her iconic wedding dress once again during the season 2 premiere of And Just Like That, which aired on Thursday, June 22.

During the episode, Carrie faced a wardrobe crisis when her original design for the "Veiled Beauty" themed Met Gala went awry. In need of a new outfit, she decided to don her Vivienne Westwood wedding dress, which fans immediately recognized from the 2008 Sex and the City movie. This stunning gown boasts a strapless neckline, a fitted bodice, and an extravagant skirt adorned with ruffle details and a glamorous train. To complete her look for the gala, she accessorized with the original teal feather that protruded from her veil, as well as a matching shawl created by her friend.

In an interview with Today on Friday, June 23, costume designer Danny Santiago discussed the significance of bringing back the dress. He explained that by repurposing it, Carrie can redefine the sentiment associated with the gown. Previously, when Carrie first wore the dress, she was left at the altar by her eventual husband, John Preston, also known as Mr. Big. However, with its reappearance at the Met Ball, Santiago believes that Carrie can replace the painful memory with a wonderful one.

The costume designer mentioned that finding the wedding dress was a tense experience, as the crew was uncertain about its existence and whether it required any repairs. Santiago acknowledged that fabric can sometimes change color over time if it is not stored correctly. However, despite these concerns, Carrie looked equally stunning in the gown as she did when her character initially wore it.