And Just Like That: A Glamorous Night of Nostalgia and Excitement
Indeed, nods to Ms. Bradshaw abounded at the exclusive event celebrating the upcoming season of And Just Like That: acrylic magazine clutches, nameplate necklaces, vintage Fendi baguettes, tulle skirts, and trusty Manolos. The star-studded guest list included Sarah Jessica Parker herself, stunning in a Vivienne Westwood frock she had been saving for the occasion, and Candace Bushnell, the real-life Carrie, dazzling in sequinned Markarian.
Sarita Choudhury, who plays Seema Patel, the show’s resident femme fatale, exuded elegance in a floor-length black Magda Butrym gown and a matching silk headscarf. Her stylist, Caitlin Burke, described the outfit as full of drama, just like the character she portrays on the show.
Armin Amiri, known for his role as Ravi Gordy, arrived with a bold new look featuring a moustache. He shared that the change was for a horror film he was set to shoot in Canada, where he would be playing a lead role for the first time.
Guests mingled throughout the night, with Evan Ross Katz chatting with feather-trimmed Cynthia Nixon and comedian Murray Hill making a beeline to greet King. Nicole Ari Parker shone on the dancefloor in a glittering Stella McCartney mini, channeling her on-screen alter ego, LTW.
The excitement continued to build as the DJ played a nostalgic set of tracks from the franchise, setting the stage for the upcoming season premiere on May 29. Familiar faces from past seasons were spotted, adding to the air of anticipation for what was to come.
Surprising the crowd, Mario Cantone took the stage for a show tune medley, showing love to Sebastiano Pigazzi, who plays his on-screen boyfriend Giuseppe, before being carried off by a chorus line of Hot Fellas.
Instead of a traditional gift shop, a stylish bookshop was set up in homage to the upcoming season’s plotline involving Carrie writing her first novel. Guests were invited to take home ombrĂ©-hued hardcovers, a nod to the book-loving nature of Sarah Jessica Parker’s character.
As a parting gift, guests were given blank And Just Like That postcards, a clever reference to Aidan’s handwritten letter from Virginia. With promises of more Easter eggs, fashion, and heart in the new season, it’s clear that fans have much to look forward to.
