Sarah Jessica Parker is 5 feet 2.5 inches (158.8 cm) tall, slightly below the average height for American women. She wears a shoe size 7 (US).
Sarah Jessica Parker completed her look by pairing her Oscar de la Renta dress with elegant SJP by Sarah Jessica Parker Duchessa pumps, featuring a chic satin finish and delicate jeweled embellishments along the heel (Credit: Lev Radin / Shutterstock)
High Heels Take Their Toll: Sarah Jessica Parker’s Journey to Comfort Footwear
In a 2013 interview with Net-a-Porter’s online magazine, Sarah Jessica Parker revealed she’s opting for sneakers over high heels, following her doctor’s advice.
“For ten or so years, I literally ran in heels. I worked 18-hour days and never took them off. I wore beautiful shoes, some better made than others, and never complained,” the actress said.
After spraining her ankle during the filming of I Don’t Know How She Does It, where she intentionally wore less expensive shoes to stay true to her character as a working mom, Sarah Jessica Parker sought medical attention.
The foot doctor delivered unexpected news, telling her that her foot had undergone unusual stress and formation due to years of wearing high heels.
“I went to a foot doctor and he said, ‘Your foot does things it shouldn’t be able to do. That bone there…. You’ve created that bone. It doesn’t belong there.’ The moral of the story is, the chickens are coming home to roost. It’s sad, because my feet took me all over the world, but eventually they were like, ‘You know what, we are really tired, can you just stop — and don’t put cheap shoes on us?’”
Michael Patrick King, Sarah Jessica Parker, and John Melfi light the Empire State Building in celebration of the 25th Anniversary of Sex and the City and the Season 2 premiere of “And Just Like That…” at The Empire State Building on June 21, 2023, in New York City (Credit: Roger Wong / INSTARimages)
The Genesis and Growth of SJP By Sarah Jessica Parker
Best known for her role on the television series Sex and the City (1998–2004), Sarah Jessica Parker also had her own shoe line, SJP By Sarah Jessica Parker.
In August 2024, she announced that the SJP by Sarah Jessica Parker brand would cease operations in the fall of 2024, after 10 years in business. The footwear and accessories brand was launched in 2014 by Sarah Jessica Parker and George Malkemus III, former president of Manolo Blahnik.
SJP by Sarah Jessica Parker became renowned for its stylish, high-quality shoes, reflecting Parker’s aesthetic. SJP by Sarah Jessica Parker was praised by critics and consumers alike, and it quickly became a favorite among fashion-forward women.
The brand’s shoes, made from high-quality materials such as leather and suede, were available in various styles, including pumps, flats, sandals, and boots, and in various colors. SJP by Sarah Jessica Parker also offered a variety of accessories, such as handbags, jewelry, and scarves.
SJP by Sarah Jessica Parker is a fashion brand created by actress Sarah Jessica Parker. The brand offers a range of fashion items, primarily focusing on women’s footwear, including shoes and handbags (Credit: Sorbis / Shutterstock)
Comfort, Style, and Sustainability: The Vision Behind SJP by Sarah Jessica Parker
The brand prioritized crafting shoes that seamlessly blended style and comfort. Drawing from her experiences with persistent foot pain, Sarah Jessica Parker recognized the need for beautiful and supportive footwear. SJP by Sarah Jessica Parker was designed with all-day wear in mind, ensuring elegance without sacrificing comfort.
The brand was also committed to sustainability. The shoes were made in Italy from ethically sourced materials, and the brand strived to reduce its environmental impact.
In February 2014, Katie Couric interviewed Sarah Jessica Parker about what motivated her to launch her own shoe brand.
Earlier opportunities never seemed right. I kept saying, “This just isn’t what I imagined.” If I’m going to ask people for their hard-earned dollars, I’d better be making shoes I want to wear. About a year ago, I was about to sign with this big company, and I was hemming and hawing. I realized my real dream was a smaller line, my name, built in Europe, at a reasonable price point. Beautiful, simple shoes, the kind I remember from when I first came to New York – the Maud Frizons, the Charles Jourdans. And the person I would most like to partner with was George Malkemus, who runs the Manolo Blahnik brand. But I thought, well he’s kind of otherwise engaged. Still, I called him and said “George, I have this crazy idea.” And he said, “Be at my office tomorrow.”
SJP by Sarah Jessica Parker is known for its stylish and feminine shoes, often incorporating elements of elegance and sophistication (Credit: Ido Simantov / Shutterstock)
Sarah Jessica Parker is frequently spotted wearing high-end shoe brands on Your Next Shoes. Known for her iconic style, Parker has been seen in designs from her SJP by Sarah Jessica Parker collection and luxury labels like Nicholas Kirkwood, Maison Margiela, Manolo Blahnik, and Christian Louboutin.
Stepping Out in Style: Sarah Jessica Parker’s Most Iconic Footwear Moments
Sarah Jessica Parker’s footwear choices are a masterclass in blending elegance with trend-setting designs, often paying homage to her ‘Sex and the City’ legacy while showcasing her innovative approach to fashion:
- SJP by Sarah Jessica Parker: At the 42nd Torino Film Festival in 2024, Sarah Jessica Parker donned her own brand’s Windsor pumps, featuring a crystal buckle reminiscent of Manolo Blahnik’s Hangisi design. She paired them with a black blazer and velvet maxi skirt, epitomizing timeless elegance.
- Aquazzura: While filming ‘And Just Like That…’, she stepped out in metallic Aquazzura “Sheeva” pumps in iridescent shades, complementing a rhinestone-encrusted blue dress. This look perfectly blended modern vibrancy with classic glamour.
- Dolce & Gabbana: At the same Torino Film Festival, Sarah accessorized her outfit with Dolce & Gabbana heels adorned with crystal-encrusted bows, adding a touch of opulence to her polished ensemble.
- Christian Louboutin: For the New York City Ballet Fall Fashion Gala, she wore mismatched SJP Collection Dish heels, inspired by a memorable ‘Sex and the City’ moment with mismatched Christian Louboutin shoes, demonstrating her flair for storytelling through fashion.
- Dr. Scholl’s: Breaking away from high-end labels, Sarah Jessica Parker has been spotted wearing affordable Dr. Scholl’s sandals on and off the set of ‘And Just Like That,’ showcasing her ability to blend accessible styles with her signature sophistication. You can see her Instagram post further down this page.
- Manolo Blahnik: Her deep connection to Manolo Blahnik, both as a brand ambassador and collaborator, led to the creation of her own line, SJP by Sarah Jessica Parker. This partnership reflects her passion for timeless, luxurious designs.
In May 2024, Sarah Jessica Parker was spotted embracing comfort on the set of And Just Like That. Instead of her signature heels, the actress sported Dr. Scholl’s Original Platform Sandals. In a playful Instagram post, she paired the comfortable shoes with a vibrant tiered dress, an oversized gingham hat, and a large tote bag—showcasing a blend of Carrie’s signature flair with practical footwear.
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Sarah Jessica Parker’s diverse footwear choices continue to captivate fashion enthusiasts, proving her ability to merge elegance with contemporary trends effortlessly.
Sarah Jessica Parker shows off her feet in stylish high heels, adding height with their bold design (Credit: B. Ach / INFphoto)
Sarah Jessica Parker adds a playful touch to her look with mismatched heels, showing off her vibrant pedicure and complementing her bold pink gown with an elegant mix of colors (Credit: WENN)
If you’re a fan of Sex and the City, you’ve probably hit the replay button on the iconic Manolo Blahnik proposal scene at least a million times.
If you’re not too familiar with the scene, Carrie Bradshaw finally got her happy ending with Mr. Big — and of course, it had to end with engagement diamonds on a pair of satin pumps.
Sarah Jessica Parker Recreates Iconic Manolo Blahnik Engagement Pumps with SJP by Sarah Jessica Parker
Sarah Jessica Parker wears a black lace dress by Dolce & Gabbana at the 2016 AFI Festival for the opening night premiere of “Rules Don’t Apply” in Los Angeles on November 11, 2016 (Credit: Apega / Guillermo Proano / WENN)
Sarah Jessica Parker, who plays Carrie Bradshaw in the iconic series, decided to recreate her onscreen engagement pumps with her shoe line SJP by Sarah Jessica Parker.
Sarah Jessica Parker radiated elegance in a black lace tea-length dress featuring three-quarter sleeves (Credit: Apega / Guillermo Proano / WENN)
Sarah Jessica wore her version of the iconic shoes, which she calls the “Mary” pumps, at the Los Angeles premiere of the 2016 American romantic comedy-drama film Rules Don’t Apply.
Sarah Jessica Parker recreates the Manolo Blahnik “Hangisi” with her SJP by Sarah Jessica Parker “Mary” pumps (Credit: Apega / Guillermo Proano / WENN)
The actress displayed her version of the shoes with a black lace dress by Dolce & Gabbana. Sarah Jessica finished her look with jeweled bracelets from SheBee.
Sarah Jessica Parker elegantly poses alongside her real-life “Mr. Big,” her husband and accomplished actor, Matthew Broderick (Credit: Apega / Guillermo Proano / WENN)
The iconic Manolo Blahnik proposal scene took women-and-shoe relationships to new heights, creating a flurry of “Hangisi”-crazed brides all across the globe.
Understandably, the woman who gave life to Carrie Bradshaw’s character would want to hold on to that legacy as much as she could.
SJP by Sarah Jessica Parker “Mary” Pumps, $585