Carrie Bradshaw’s ‘Favorite’ Bathing Suit Is from Target

There are many fashion brands synonymous with Carrie Bradshaw from Sex and the City — Manolo Blahnik, Dior, and now, Target. 

Fans may be surprised to hear that the fashionista is a Target shopper. But, in a recent episode of the spin-off And Just Like That… Carrie (played by Sarah Jessica Parker) confirmed perhaps the most relatable thing about herself: her love of Target swimsuits. 

In Season 3, Episode 4, Carrie stays at her boyfriend Aiden’s home in Virginia for a few days and faces a travel nightmare. Her rental car, containing her suitcase and all of her belongings, is towed. She then asks Aiden, “Is there a Target around here?” to which he replies,
“I bet you never thought you’d hear yourself say that.” Carrie responds, “My favorite bathing suit is from Target.” And, I couldn’t help but wonder which one.

Now that Target swimsuits are officially Carrie Bradshaw-approved, I rounded up eight suits befitting of the iconic New York City columnist, all under $35. Keep reading for my selections starting at $22. 

Carrie Bradshaw-Inspired Target Bathing Suits 

Wild Fable One Piece Swimsuit

Carrie is not afraid to make a splash when it comes to her fashion choices — whether that’s prancing around N.Y.C. in a tutu or wearing a bird headpiece on her wedding day. This suit’s bold leopard print pattern seems right up her alley, blending function and fashion with cups for support and a stylish, low-cut back. Shoppers encourage sizing up for more coverage on your backside. 

Shade & Shore Adjustable Drawstring One Piece Swimsuit 

The drawstrings on the legs make this one-piece swimsuit easy to adjust to your body type, and it has removable cups for support. One shopper said they loved the “super flattering” suit and were pleasantly surprised by how well it fit. It’s available in black, cream, green, pink, and purple — and I can absolutely imagine Carrie pairing this with a hat and a sarong for a beach or pool day. 

Wild Fable Contrast Binding One Piece Swimsuit

The pop of color on the binding of this suit makes it stand out from a typical one-piece option. It comes in pink, blue, brown, and green colors that can easily match cover-ups or other beach accessories. One reviewer noted that people with long torsos should size up, but shared that the suit has “a great amount of coverage” and the top feels secure with the included padded inserts. 

Anne Cole Triangle Tankini Swim Top

Sometimes, it’s best to go with a classic, like a simple black tankini top. It has molded cups for extra coverage and a fabric that blocks UV rays to keep you safe from the sun. The cross-back straps make it easy to adjust, shoppers shared, with one person adding, “once this top is on, it stays,” and you won’t need to “keep adjusting.”

Keep reading for more Carrie Bradshaw-inspired Target bathing suits while sizes are in stock and start at $22. 

Shade & Shore Floral Print Bandeau One Piece Swimsuit

Cupshe Monochrome Scoop Neck One-Piece Swimsuit 

Shade & Shore Contrast Binding Top

Shade & Shore Braided Floral Print Tankini Top