Joshua Goldman
Joshua Goldman
min read · August 19, 2025 · Entertainment

From Glitz to Grunge: Sarah Jessica Parker's Post-Carrie Transformation

Sarah Jessica Parker, 60, marked a striking contrast to her glamorous Sex and the City character Carrie Bradshaw on Monday as she stepped out in New York City

SJP Steals the Show in New York City, But Can She Save And Just Like That from its Trainwreck of a Finale?

It's official: the iconic Carrie Bradshaw era is over. Sarah Jessica Parker, 60, bid farewell to her beloved character with the series finale of And Just Like That last week, and it seems she's already moved on to more laid-back pursuits. The actress was spotted in New York City on Monday, looking like a far cry from the glamorous fashionista we knew and loved.

Parker rocked a relaxed vibe in a pair of forest green sweatpants and matching satin ballet flats as she ran errands in the Big Apple. Adding some understated glamour to her outfit were a low-cut, long-sleeved navy blue shirt and oversized bug-eye black sunglasses – a look that's more "suburban mom" than "Sex and the City"-era Carrie.

Sarah was dressed down in a pair of forest green sweatpants and matching satin ballet flats as she ran errands in the Big Apple

But let's be real: Parker's laid-back style couldn't save And Just Like That from its messy finale. Fans of the show have been vocal about their disappointment with the latest episodes, and it seems even some familiar faces are speaking out against the show's trainwreck plotlines.

The Finale that Left Fans Fuming

Last week's series finale saw Carrie reunite with her on-again, off-again beau Aidan Shaw (John Corbett), but it was far from a satisfying conclusion to the beloved character's story arc. In fact, fans have been left fuming by the show's handling of Carrie and her love life, particularly in episodes 8 and 9.

Her graying blonde locks were pulled off her face and she drowned out the city sounds with black headphones

One particular plot point that had viewers scratching their heads was the bizarre Thanksgiving scene with Epcot (Spike Einbinder), a lactose intolerant Zoomer who somehow managed to clog up Miranda's toilet. Yeah, it sounds as weird as it reads – and trust us, it gets even weirder from there.

Bethenny Frankel Weighs in on the Mess

And Just Like That has been making headlines for all the wrong reasons, and one of its most vocal critics is none other than former Real Housewives of New York City star Bethenny Frankel. The outspoken media personality took to Instagram over the weekend to share her unfiltered thoughts on the finale.

The actress officially retired the role of Carrie with last week's And Just Like That series finale

In a scathing review that's just as fiery as Frankel herself, she declared: "This show sucks! It's 25 pounds of disaster in a 5-pound bag – and yep, it explodes." Frankel wasn't afraid to throw shade at the show's characters, calling them all "weird caricatures" of themselves.

But what really got under her skin was the show's "outlandish" fashion choices – think Carrie's iconic outfits, minus the style. And don't even get her started on Aidan Shaw: "He's just a weird love interest," Frankel snarked.

The Fallout Continues

In the last episode, her character comes to terms with the fact that she may end up being single for good, after years of romantic ups and downs

Frankel wasn't alone in her scathing review of the finale. Fans have been taking to social media to express their disappointment with the show's handling of its beloved characters and plotlines. The hashtag #AndJustLikeThat has been trending for all the wrong reasons, with viewers bemoaning the show's lackluster writing and cringe-worthy moments.

And Just Like That sparked controversy from the get-go, particularly with its "woke" narratives and awkwardly handled relationships. Who could forget Carrie's infamous claim that Mr. Big was a "mistake"? Yeah, it was about as convincing as Aidan's on-again, off-again relationship with Carrie herself.

The Future of And Just Like That

It was not the glamorous ending many had envisioned for the beloved TV character's journey, which began with Sex and the City in 1998 (pictured)

So what's next for And Just Like That? Will the show be able to recover from its messy finale and regain its footing? Only time will tell. But one thing's for sure: Parker has officially moved on from her role as Carrie Bradshaw – and we can't blame her.

As she navigates this new chapter in her career, fans can only hope that And Just Like That will take a cue from Parker's laid-back style and get back to its roots. After all, who needs all the drama when you've got SJP rocking sweatpants and satin ballet flats?