I know that a lot of people have panned the new Sex and the City 2 movie so it was with great interest and a little apprehension that I went to see it a couple of weeks ago. Granted I would be seeing it in the best possible way at a Gold Class cinema as a guest of Lindt chocolates. There was a definite feeling of unease borne of people telling me that what I was about to see was in fact a blight on the series or a complete let down. That evening, I wore the requisite gold bolero (something that I think Carrie would have approved of) and despite the very vocal howling of the critics throwing popcorn I found myself getting excited.
I sat back and watched it. It was long at 2.5 hours and it was showy and outrageously excessive and it was also entertaining. There were some cheesy lines but also some clever ones like when Carrie and Big are stuck in a bedroom with Charlotte’s crying baby on one side and Samantha crying out in pleasure on the other.
Mr Big: “I don’t know which his worse”
Carrie (drily): “Samantha. At least the baby will tire eventually.”
There were also a few bits of fashion highlights (and mostly on Miranda IMHO) although not as many as I would have liked or lusted after. I also thought that they could have been more sensitive to the Abu Dhabi culture. I thought Mr Big looked great but Carrie less so (SJP, you’re too skinny!) and I am always glad that a shirtless Smith comes on screen. And I know so many people hated the karaoke scene but I teared up as these were my gals.
Obviously Sex And The City means a lot more to women than it does to men (check out the male audience in the cinema… exactly, what male audience?). Also a lot of the critics that hated it never watched an episode of the series itself which they would boast that in their reviews so did they really understand the appeal of it? As avid series watchers my friends and I can all can recognise a bit of ourselves in each of the four leads, some more at times than at others and sometimes we all feel like Samantha. When people asked me afterwards what I thought, I said that I felt that was it was like seeing a bunch of girlfriends that I hadn’t seen in years. Sure they weren’t at their best but I still loved seeing them and finding out what they were up to.
And as for my favourite piece of fashion it was probably the gold Louboutin Pigalle heels that Carrie wore in one of the opening scenes and in the poster. I even went to DJs to buy a pair (either sold out or they haven’t made it here, the sales assistant had no idea) so I did the next best thing I could while biding my time for them to appear somewhere in a store here. I immortalised them via cupcake. I know they aren’t perfect, far from it but having attempted these many times I can say with confidence that nice shoes are extraordinarily difficult to make in fondant! For the cupcake I used the Magnolia cupcake bakery’s recipe as Sex And The City had of course kicked off the whole cupcake craze with Carrie and Miranda’s visit to Magnolia Bakery. And of course I had to have the shoe treading a red carpet!
So tell me Dear Reader, have you seen the movie and if so, what did you think of it?
Carrie Bradshaw’s Gold Louboutin Shoe Cupcakes
Makes 12-14 full sized cupcakes. I made 8 large and 8 mini cupcakes from this batter.
- 3/4 cup self-rising flour
- 2/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup/125g unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 large eggs, at room temperature
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (I used Queen’s vanilla bean paste)
To decorate
- Chocolate ganache* (see recipe below)
- Red coloured fondant for red carpet
- White fondant for shoes
- Red colouring for sole of shoe
- Gold lustre dust
- Paintbrush
1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F/180c.
2. Line a (1/2 cup-12 capacity) muffin tins with cupcake papers.
3. In a small bowl, combine the flours. Set aside.
4. In a large bowl, on the medium speed of an electric mixer, cream the butter until smooth. Add the sugar gradually and beat until fluffy, about 3 minutes. Add the eggs, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition.
5. Add the dry ingredients in 3 parts, alternating with the milk and vanilla. With each addition, beat until the ingredients are incorporated but do not over beat. Using a rubber spatula, scrape down the batter in the bowl to make sure the ingredients are well blended.
6. Pour batter into measuring jug and pour into liners, filling them about 3/4 full. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until a cake tester inserted into the centre of the cupcake comes out clean.
7. Cool the cupcakes in tins for 15 minutes. Remove from the tins and cool completely on a wire rack before icing.
To decorate
First make shoes as they will need a day or two to dry.
Shaping shoes
1. Take a small oval ball of white fondant and press down to elongate gently. You want to make the sole of the shoe.
Gently make it longer by thinning it out.
Drape it over a small rolling pin about 1.5cms in diameter.
Gently shape the front into a pointy toe and build up the sides slightly.
And press down the front gently to flatten.
Attach a small triangle of fondant at the front.
Soften the edges by gently rubbing and shaping it into place. Shape a heel and allow it to dry completely. Make a few extra heels as they can break easily.
When the shoes are dry, paint the underside red (like Louboutins that have a red sole) and when the red colouring has dried paint the outside with gold lustre paint. You can use the lustre paint wet (by mixing with a little vodka) or dry but I found it easier to use dry as I didn’t want to wet the fondant too wet.
Once the shoes are ready, with a small palette knife, smooth some ganache over the top of a cupcake. Then roll out the red fondant and cut into circles to fit the top of the cupcake with a round cookie cutter. With a little water, adhere the shoes. These shoes are not ideal for transporting as they are very delicate. If you do need to transport them, I’d assemble them at the final destination.
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How cute Lorraine! Hehe These cupcakes would be perfect for a girly catch up
I haven’t seen the movie yet, but hoping to very soon!
Those cupcakes are soooo cute! Great job!
Cheers,
Rosa
I think you did a great job! I haven’t seen the movie, but I’m glad it wasn’t a popcorn-throwing experience for you
Oh amazing! I want to make little shoes!
I’ve not seen the movie yet but am a total fan of the series and have similar feelings about the films, they’re kind of unnecessary but I’m glad they exist so I get a SATC fix even if the show has run it’s course.
Very cool decorations. Shoes on cupcakes now I think I have seen it all.
TO DIE!!!!!!!! Absoulutely fabulous daaaahling.
Yes, I saw the movie, I wasn’t really feeling it as much as I wanted to, but there were a couple of great scenes (samantha and the condoms LOL at the market in Morocco).
*kisses* HH
Wow the shoes look amazing. What a fantastic idea. I watched the film at the weekend and was a bit disappointed. The first one was definitely better.
Lorraine…these cupcakes are absolutely gorgeous…I was wondering about the shoes…until I saw the pictures of how you made them…awesome!
Wow – they look so good!
I haven’t actually seen the movie yet….crazy I know!!
I agree, she’s too skinny…but her shoes are always fab! These adorable cupcakes are a fantastic tribute to them. You are such an artist, Lorraine!
You are amazing, Lorraine.
I haven’t seen the movie yet, but I’d like to. I tend to like movies critics pan. 
These cupcakes are adorable!!! I haven’t seen the movie yet – and because it has gotten such a bad rap, I don’t think I will.
Cute cupcakes! I haven’t seen the new movie, but I will eventually and I’m sure I will like it. To me, it can’t possibly as bad as some people say it is. If nothing else, it’s fun to see the characters again!
I saw the movie last week with a girlfriend. As amazing as the fashion was, I think the script-writers were having a bad day. But I loved it all the same!
Your cupcakes look fabulous. I am impressed at your skill with fondant!
Haven’t seen the movie yet but I am looking forward to it. Yum the Magnolia Bakery vanilla cupcakes are really the best, love the More from Magnolia cookbook.
I liked parts of the movie – especially the gay wedding – but I thought the Abu Dabi scenes were awful. The girls don’t need quite so many close ups. Anyway, I hope they come back (and stay in New York) I love the scenes in New York!
That shoe cupcake doesn’t do it for me – shoes and cupcakes are galaxies apart. But the gold shoes in SATC 2 were created by the shoe Gods – how fabulous. And Carrie’s best look throughout the entire movie was that fab white drein the opening shot. And what was with the daggy brown jacket in the last scenes in Abu Dhabi – nasty look Carrie!
Hi L, I so admire your patience! It looks so cute – don’t eat it.
Lorraine, these are GORG!!!! Love them! So fab and yes, I loved the movie – fluffy and a brilliant break from reality x
I thought it was a shocker- but as you said it is like catching up with old friends. Watching what Samantha did to that pipe was cringeworthy and would be right up there with seeing an aunt behave in the same way! And Charlotte making cupcakes in vintage Valentino? Yeah right. Cupcakes in my house is strictly vintage Chanel.
After hearing the reviews about SATC2 I was worried that it was going to be crap. Especially hearing about Liza Minelli singing ‘Single Ladies’ I thought I was going to cringe my way through the movie, instead I loved every minute of it!!
I will always be a S&tC fan, and look forward to seeing the second film. Your tribute in cupcake form is simply fabulous! Carrie, Samantha, Charlotte and Miranda would all approve, each for their own reasons. ;c)
How creative of you Lorraine! I also felt the movie was quite insensitive to Abu Dhabi culture.
Looks great, well done! I enjoyed the movie for pure entertainment and had some good laughs – went with my two daughters which was perfect AND sat in the middle! Was interested to see you used two cupcake papers. I have those red ones and am now wondering if they are safe to cook in oven?
NQN the cupcakes look fantastic! I too am an avid fan of SATC and have watched every episode countless times not to mention the 1st movie which I absolutely loved. I have to say, I was very disappointed with this latest installment….however there were a couple of great fashion moments, including Miranda’s amazing dress she wore to the wedding at the start of the film! and we should mention Samantha’s new guy?? HOT HOT HOT!
I also was a bit apprehensive as some girlfriends loved it and some didn’t. There was some weak moments but it really was a visual feast in more ways than one. And we all laughed so loud at some points that we missed the next few lines! What more can you ask? Just one question : Did they really need to have 3 different outfits in the desert scene?!
Lorraine, I like you have been a SATC fan since the beginning, and I loved the first movie but I have to say I was left very disappointed with SATC2 for some basic reasons I missed NYC, Harry & Steve – I missed the men that were a part of these womens lives. The whole time they searched for love maybe not the ever after but love nonetheless and they just weren’t present enough. Relationships are what the series is all about – yes I understood the premise of going away etc… but Samantha who I love was just annoying with really not very funny jokes the burka scene OMG it was horrible Laurel and Hardy not SATC – I didn’t get offended I felt embarrassed for them. Charlotte who I loved actually annoyed me and the scene where she and Miranda divulged the difficulties of parenting yes was funny in parts (Miranda) but it seemed contrived – I am a mum and got what they were trying to say but it didn’t do it for me. I actually found it condescending instead of real. But I still enjoyed it and yes great to see them back but would have preferred a storyline in NYC. Carrie & Big’s storyline was the most poignant to me it seemed relevant…Anyway I need to see it again – unlike the first one where I went back after a couple of days I saw this opening night and haven’t gone back
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This is fantastic. I’m heading off to the kitchenette now to get a start.
Gorgeous cupcake. I love the little shoes. SO cute!!!
I’m actually off to see the movie tonight. I have to admit I’ve been a little put off by the negative reviews, which is why I didn’t rush out and see it, but I want do want to see it being a HUGE fan of the series. I just hope I am not disappointed. Regardless, there is always the fashion to enjoy. I just hope my boyfriend isn’t bored though.
Well, I’m one of those that have not seen the movie and have never seen an episode of the series, but I still can appreciate this cute cupcake! I love the mini gold shoe against the red!
Did you see that interview with Louboutin that likened him to the fairytale shoemaker who had elves make shoes for him in the middle of the night? Your cute fondant shoe reminds me of that!
I haven’t seen the movie yet, but my new housemate and I have just started watching the entire series from scratch, which is brilliant (We’ve both seen it multiple times, but it never gets old!)
I’m really glad to hear Miranda gets some good outfits this time – the poor woman had it so bad in the first few seasons!
By the by, your cupcakes are gorgeous. Are you going to charge $1000 apiece for them, as they’ye Louboutins?
Who cares about the movie, let’s just eat the cupcakes!
These cute little things are to die for! I love them, they’re perfect.
I will always love the series but not a big fan of the movies. I just saw #2 and I thought it was pretty bad, but I was thoroughly entertained by their ridiculous outfits.
I agree the movie could have been more sensitive to the Abu Dhabi culture towards the end. Samantha yelling about sex in public is getting a bit old.
Loved the fashion and interiors though!
I havent seen the movie yet- but am not out off by bad reviews. They look like the perfect treat to eat when watching it with some friends.
I enjoyed the movie, I like to keep in mind that it’s a chick flick, not a cinematic masterpiece… I laughed, I love the characters and was great to see the return of Aiden! Although I do not approve of their actions!
Lorraine, how could I not love this post and the shoe. It’s probably better than the movie. I tried to take Retro Rose (mom) Saturday, but she wanted to see letters to Juliette, which was adorable. My mom was lusting after the older Italian man in the movie.
They are gorgeous!!!
SSG xxx
Not a big fan of the series, but I love the movies.
They are perfect for a girl-night-out!
Pretty shoes! Now that one would always fit!
I watched the movie and I didn’t exactly love it. But I love the girls, like you said, and I think it’s all part of the experience of going with your girlfriends and watching the film together. And yes, I gasped when I saw those shoes on the big screen. lol
The movie was fun. A total girlie flick with awesome clothes and relatable girlie/mummy/friend etc etc moments…okay, Charlotte and Miranda’s toast to those mothers who don’t have help was a bit naff…but it is what it is. Of course the movie’s not out to win an award at the Cannes Film Festival, but my girlfriend and I had a fabulous time escaping to Abu Dhabi (flying first class! how often does one do that?!) while watching it. And those shoe cupcakes are absolutely magnificent.
cute cupcakes! i reckon it’s a good thing to make for someone’s 30th bday!
Lorraine – those cupcakes are gorgeous and capture the essence of SATC perfectly, from that awesome shoe to the pretty ‘wrap’ (would probably be a Herrera dress lol)
Your cupcakes would have been a perfect addition to the premiere dessert table. They looks so moist and delicious too!
I was a HUGE fan of the HBO series, but haven’t really flipped over either movie. I would give this one a B- or C.
Love the cupcakes. Almost too cute to eat!
I read so many horrible reviews about the movie before I watched it, but I loved it!
I am one female who has never been into the Sex and the City thing, and I’m sure there are some men who are interested in shows like that
. I haven’t seen even one TV episode, so I wasn’t interested in watching either versions of the movie. I’m also not into fashion and shoe shopping, but I think these cupcakes are so beautiful and creative. You are awesome!
I haven’t seen it and will probably wait for the DVD at this stage.
I am waiting with baited breath for the new Eclipse movie to hit the cinema. I will be going on my own as my other half is an anti twihard. His loss!!!
Love the cupcakes though. THey look amazing!
i love loved movie 2 especially the vintage dior tshirt she wore at the markets i stayed up all nite on internet 2 get one xx
My gf dragged me along to the movie. I did actually enjoy it. And I think I’m gonna enjoy trying out your cupcake recipe
These are drop-dead gorgeous, Lorraine!! I really admire your skills and patience
This reminds me of the amazing Pret-a-Portea high tea at the Berkeley Hotel in London, inspired by the latest fashion hits (http://www.the-berkeley.co.uk/fashionista_tea.aspx). You should start having your own seasonal fashion-forward tea parties here in Sydney, they’d be a smashing hit!
I’m yet to see the movie but we’re making some plans with girlfriends of mine. I was a really big fan of the series so I hope I won’t be too disappointed.
I thought Miranda looked the best through most of the movie – except parts when everyone was deliberately made to look made to make Carrie shine.
I went with super-low expectations, and thought it wasn’t as bad as some made it out to be
What i loved the most about the movie was the Australian Rugby team! wooooaaaaaahh!! Are Australian men really that HOT!?!? cause if yes i wanna move to Australia!! lol
I finally saw the movie today and was disappointed, but at least I only paid $10 for the privilege. Your cupcakes, however, are a shining example of what the movie should have been – sparkly, beautiful, sweet and full of substance. Who could resist such a marvel?
Waw!! You & cupcakes, dear Lorraine!!
hahahahahaha,..I was smiling when I saw that cute shoe on the cupcake! You are so clever & so creative too!
Lovely & FAB cupcakes!
I think you did a great job with the shoe- it looks really cute!
These are so ridiculously cute! I’ve decided that if there is anyone I would want to have a blatantly girly afternoon tea with, it would be you (and Nigella).
Embarassingly, I haven’t seen the movie yet! I adore the show so much (i’ve seen every episode at least 5 times) that I didn’t want to get my hopes up and then be disappointed. But I definitely will see it soon.
Miss B xx
It sure looks like a pair of heels to me. I have not watched it. Will soon though.
That’s cute! Who did you steal the doll accesories from to decorate?
Movie – seen it, loved it. Totally agree with your sentiments about it being akin to catching up with old friends (also cringed a few times with cultural sensitivities in Abu Dhabi – or lack thereof!) IMO though it was true to the characters & their relationships – with men but particularly with each other. Like a good old gossip with friends after a long time apart
Hi Lorraine…cool cupcakes and shoe!!! And you know…I saw this movie last week and felt too that I was catching up with girlfriends!!!
that shoe is out of this world cute! very sheek for a fondant shoe. n of course how cld one miss teh red carpet
You are indeed a legend! I love your food vision.
Like you, I loved seeing the girls again, but thought it was dull and culturally insensitive. I wish the girls would move on more instead of continuing to circle around their old paranoias and storylines. I think the writers let our girls down. I put a long rant on my blog about it, so disappointed was I…
I’m glad I’m not the only one who thinks SJP is too thin! My friend, a SATC fanatic, would LOVE these!
Cute cupcake! I wish I could walk in a pair of heels like that – never have been able to..
i never got into the satc craze, but i love your delicate little shoes! and yes, sjp could stand to eat 10 or 12 of these lovely cupcakes…every day.
I love the shoes!! Absolutely gorgeous!
I had heard the movie wasnt great, and went into it thinking the worst and was pleasantly surprised. Yes, everything the critics said about the movie was true, but at the end of the day it was fun and it was just good to see what they had been up to!
ooooh! Why didn’t I think of that? If I can’t WEAR my pretty shoes, I can totally EAT THEM!
HUZZAH!
Those are too awesome for words!
I was just at another blog that featured a Sex and the City party theme! This cupcake would be perfect for that party!
I only just saw SATC2 in gold class this past weekend (it took that long for my two best gf’s and myself to all have a day free together!) I absolutely loved every minute of it and find myself trying to reach over to the next recliner chair to mouth “Oh my god i love that”!!!
I have shoes VERY similar to the gold heel, it’s actually just as high, but hot pink. Not hooker style heels, just fabulous!! I loved the movie and will be buying it on dvd so it can sit with my SATC 1 dvd.
I love that you made a cupcake in honor of the movie. Very cute. I would have liked to have seen a picture of you in your gold bolero to match the shoes. xoxo Mum
Your cupcakes are amazing!
I haven’t seen the movie yet but I’m looking forward to it. I’m sure it will be nothing like the series (I didn’t enjoy so much the 1st SATC movie) but I want to watch it. For old times sake.
Magda
I love your creative foodie take on the movie – haven’t seen it myself and it wouldn’t be top of my list but would watch it at home on dvd on a self indulgent weekend with some chocolate and wine at hand – I did love the series
Your cupcakes are tooooooooooooo cute!
I saw the movie a few weeks ago with my two daughters, we made a day of it with a light lunch before the movie and ice-cream/coffee afterwards. I’m not a SATC die-hard fan but I have watched some TV episodes and the first movie, so I went along with no high expectations. Conclusion… it’s a chick flick, it’s light entertainment and an escape from reality for a few hours.
I still haven’t watched it! I was a fan of the series but can’t say I liked the first movie as much as I hoped to. But it’s still a chance to relive the memories so I will be watching the 2nd movie at some point.
And I agree that it’s always good to see a topless Smith.
Woah! lovely designs on those cupcakes but it looks like too much colouring
OMG! I should try making these for my friend who has quite the real Manolo collection. I still don’t know how she can walk in those things. At least with a fondant one, I know she won’t ever trip.
I was lucky enough to see the movie as a guest of a company.
I said afterwards that it was like catching up with friends, you’re so excited to see them bu this movie made me remember some of their irritating habits.
Miranda definitely had the pick of the clothes and Carrie had a couple of stunning items including the dress (and shoes!) in the opening scene and the green dress in the closing scene – just what I like to watch tele in!
All in all, I’m glad I saw it, but it felt a bit forced. I won’t even mention the Liza Minelli scene…
The night after I saw it I dragged out my box set and started watching the series from episode 1. I had forgotten what a groundbreaking show it was, so nice to catch up with my girls!
Great idea! The 2nd movie wasn’t nearly as good as the first, but it was still fun and entertaining!
Now make a recipe featuring the blue Manolo Blahnik’s Big “proposed” to Carrie with!
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