What Would Sex and the City's Samantha Jones Wear in 2024?

Hear the word ''fabulous'' and her name comes to mind: Samantha Jones. Dubbed by many as the best female lead in Darren Star's Sex and the City, the public relations expert played by Canadian actress Kim Cattrall always made an impact – whether it was through her great confidence, flirtatious flair, raw audacity, savvy humor, deep loyalty to her girlfriends, or personal style. With the series available on Netflix's extensive catalog since april, younger generations are getting a taste of the fabulous lives of these four New Yorkers and their sartorial choices. 

Samantha Jones' look then and now

While Darren Star's show featured Charlotte with the ultimate romantic and preppy style, Miranda with the traditional work wear, and Carrie with her edgy and whimsical fashion moves, Samantha was always sure to make a flashy fashion statement. But that is in the past. When the news broke that the cult TV series would be getting a reboot, fans were thrilled. Until they found out that Cattrall would not be joining her co-stars – although she did make a special appearance in the HBO's show season 2 finale. Seen in a car with a red dress beneath a metallic blazer paired with a lime green Fendi clutch, chunky silver bangles, and a giant diamond ring, SATC fans got a taste of Samantha Jones' current reality. But a lot has changed since then. While viewers will be able to see what three of them are wearing this year, thanks to Michael Patrick King's And Just Like That season three in the works, Samantha's present-day style is unknown. So the burning question that pops to mind is: what would Samantha be wearing in 2024? 

Statement jewelry

Back in Sex and the City days, dressed by costume designer Patricia Field, Sam Jones' wardrobe was all about confidence. "Her style is that of a woman who is confident in her sexuality," Field told Elle in an interview in 2023. This was reflected in the use of vibrant colors, fitted silhouettes, and eye-catching prints that made her both sophisticated and sultry. At its core, Samantha Jones loved to dress glamorously. And in 2024, that would be no different. Her signature glam flair would be found in statement jewelry from collections such as Chloé Fall 2024, Chanel Fall 2024, and Ralph Lauren Spring 2024. When partying or drinking cosmos with her friends to keep the charm intact, she would model silver gowns as seen in collections such as Alberta Ferretti Resort 2024, Fendi Couture Spring 2024 and Versace Fall 2024. But gold, too. Picture any golden Schiaparelli dress paired with the label's characteristic chunky jewelry, as in the Fall 2024 collection and then in Samantha Jones' wardrobe. 

Lady suits and statement bags

At work, the PR professional would exude sophistication and refinement in suits and lady suits – with her own sense of daring, be it in color, silhouette, length or model. Samantha's dress code for work would include the figure-hugging lady suit at Versace Fall 2023 modeled by Gigi Hadid, the ivory at Alessandra Rich Spring 2024, the bright purple suit at Tom Ford Fall 2024, and the gray tweed corseted one at Ermanno Scervino Fall 2024, to name a few. But truth be told, her office luxury would be everywhere. In a world where there's no more long wait for a Birkin – open The RealReal or Vestiaire and see for yourself – Samantha Jones would have a collection of the iconic Hermès bags, each to match an outfit. Imagine her influence. 

Fave brands and animal prints

Influential she is. But the true power dressing for which she is so well-known would be seen in audacious and extravagant looks and accessories. Sultry dresses by Versace Fall 2022, LaQuan Smith Fall 2024, Alaïa Fall 2024, and Zuhair Murad Fall 2024 would be part of her sartorial vocabulary. To maintain the audacious appeal, the character would own a Dolce & Gabbana "sex" choker, modeled by Gisele Bundchën for the Spring 2003 collection. On a more extravagant note, Samantha would be seen wearing fur coats and mini-dresses from Peter Hawkings' Tom Ford era.  But when it comes to combining extravagance with audacity, she might be a fan of Alaïa's latex dresses for Spring 2024. What she likes the most, though, is any animal prints. Sporting leopard coats from Dolce & Gabbana Spring and Fall 2024, a red snake-skin set from Givenchy Resort 2025, and a cheetah red slip dress from Roberto Cavalli Resort 2025, TikTok users would probably call her a bona fide Mob Wife – even though Sam isn't married and has no plans to be. 

Samantha Jones, today, would be even more iconic

Used to innovating, the character would bring hats back into fashion - notably giant ones as seen in Chanel Fall 2024. Following trends now and then – whether through incorporating a Y2K accessory into her looks or trying to get her hands on the bags of the moment –  the essence of Samantha Jones' style would remain untouched – daring, flirty, glamorous, and fearlessly experimental. No wonder the word fabulous has come to symbolize Samantha Jones so well.