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We Should All Be Mirandas: Life Lessons from Sex and the City's Most Underrated Character
A snarky guide to life inspired by the most underrated character on Sex and the City , from the creators of the Instagram sensation @everyoutfitonSATC
When Sex and the City premiered, many were hesitant to identify as the Miranda of their social circle—after all, sarcasm, workaholism, and dubious fashion choices are rarely considered aspirational. However, in the two-plus decades since her television debut, our culture has finally caught up with this forward-thinking icon and all she represents. The truth is, Miranda Hobbes is the feminist hero that we deserve— we were all just too busy obsessing over Carrie’s corset tops to notice it at first.
WE SHOULD ALL BE MIRANDAS is a celebration of a certain redheaded lawyer and the legions of fans who relate to her pragmatic, no-bullshit approach to work, love, and sex. Written by two self-proclaimed Mirandas, this humorous manifesto distills Ms. Hobbes’ core principles into a strategic guide for navigating life’s inevitable ups and downs. In it, you’ll learn ...and so much more!
With sharp, sardonic humor and fantastic send-ups to the series’ most iconic moments, We Should All Be Mirandas is the perfect gift for fashionistas, pop culture mavens, and every woman who has dared to eat cake out of the garbage.
When Sex and the City premiered, many were hesitant to identify as the Miranda of their social circle—after all, sarcasm, workaholism, and dubious fashion choices are rarely considered aspirational. However, in the two-plus decades since her television debut, our culture has finally caught up with this forward-thinking icon and all she represents. The truth is, Miranda Hobbes is the feminist hero that we deserve— we were all just too busy obsessing over Carrie’s corset tops to notice it at first.
WE SHOULD ALL BE MIRANDAS is a celebration of a certain redheaded lawyer and the legions of fans who relate to her pragmatic, no-bullshit approach to work, love, and sex. Written by two self-proclaimed Mirandas, this humorous manifesto distills Ms. Hobbes’ core principles into a strategic guide for navigating life’s inevitable ups and downs. In it, you’ll learn ...and so much more!
With sharp, sardonic humor and fantastic send-ups to the series’ most iconic moments, We Should All Be Mirandas is the perfect gift for fashionistas, pop culture mavens, and every woman who has dared to eat cake out of the garbage.
240 pages, Hardcover
Published October 15, 2019
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September 24, 2019
I couldn’t help but wonder...Could instagram influencers actually produce a good book?
(Sorry, I had to).
I’m generally skeptical of books that capitalize on fleeting internet fame, those coming from Instagram influencers generally being the worst of the lot. But the two ladies who run the Every Outfit on SATC account are so clever and entertaining that I thought this one was worth a shot.
And I’m pleased to report it was loads of fun to read.
Certainly, this is all fluff content, but hey, so was Sex and the City! The book is funny without feeling forced, doesn’t contain too much bloat and filler, and is a fun trip down memory lane if you were a big fan of the show.
The illustrations were also delightful, and I think Type A Miranda would have appreciated the tone of the writing as well as how much of the book is organized into list format.
And yes, we absolutely should all be Mirandas.
*I received an ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review.*
(Sorry, I had to).
I’m generally skeptical of books that capitalize on fleeting internet fame, those coming from Instagram influencers generally being the worst of the lot. But the two ladies who run the Every Outfit on SATC account are so clever and entertaining that I thought this one was worth a shot.
And I’m pleased to report it was loads of fun to read.
Certainly, this is all fluff content, but hey, so was Sex and the City! The book is funny without feeling forced, doesn’t contain too much bloat and filler, and is a fun trip down memory lane if you were a big fan of the show.
The illustrations were also delightful, and I think Type A Miranda would have appreciated the tone of the writing as well as how much of the book is organized into list format.
And yes, we absolutely should all be Mirandas.
*I received an ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review.*
October 27, 2019
What was this book about? Advice? So confused about the purpose.
December 19, 2020
As a huge fan of SATC I had to read this. If you are a fan of this show you will love this book full of sarcasm.
September 8, 2020
Loģiski ņemot gan jau šī grāmata pelnītu daudz zemāku vērtējumu. Bet es esmu Sex and the city fane un šis man uzsita vēlmi atkal noskatīties visas sezonas :D
Patiesībā, es gribētu, kaut šādas grāmatas būtu par visām 4 galvenajām varonēm. Vienkārši tāpat vien. Fanu grāmatu plauktiem. Manā grāmatu plauktā labi izskatītos :D
Šī grāmata nepasaka neko jaunu. Tā saistītā tekstā, sadalītā pa tematiskām nodaļām, apskata visu Mirandas dzīvi un visu, ko viņa darīja seriālā. Sākot no apģērba un beidzot ar darbu, mīlestību, porno un citām lietām. Man patika, ka tā nebija sausa seriāla sižeta atreferēšana, bet zināmas Mirandas lietas ievītas viegli lasāmā tekstā.
Zīmētie attēli atsauc atmiņā viņas zīmīgākos momentus un seriāla, un filmu ikoniskākās detaļas. Šī ir grāmata fandomam.
Kādam, kam šis serāls ir vienaldzīgs, nevajag tērēt naudu šai grāmatai. Kaut vai tāpēc, ka īsti nesapratīsi atsauces un izceltās vietas.
March 22, 2025
I think this could have been great if it was a little more fleshed out, rather than so brief!
December 9, 2019
Damn, first I liked it so much. Funny, sarcastic surviving-modern-life advise.
But then I couldn't get over the fact that their dieting tricks are ridiculous. Also I couldn't read sarcism between the lines anymore, please tell me if I am wrong.
Sure, eating healthy is a thing. But I will never eat "a single ice cube" (ehm, healthy since when?) instead of ice cream. Also, eating a carrot instead of carrot cake is a gateway to eating disorders. Thanks but I didn't mean to buy a pro ana book, and now I feel like throwing up my lunch.
If you want to eat cake, eat a fucking cake.
But then I couldn't get over the fact that their dieting tricks are ridiculous. Also I couldn't read sarcism between the lines anymore, please tell me if I am wrong.
Sure, eating healthy is a thing. But I will never eat "a single ice cube" (ehm, healthy since when?) instead of ice cream. Also, eating a carrot instead of carrot cake is a gateway to eating disorders. Thanks but I didn't mean to buy a pro ana book, and now I feel like throwing up my lunch.
If you want to eat cake, eat a fucking cake.
October 22, 2022
I’d like to give this book a 0, but that’s not possible. So i gave it a 1 star. Writing is ok, the characters as a resource and inspo its ok but the themes are just meh… I think it got old really really fast and feels like it is a boomer trying to explain a millennial what a millennial is. Bored.
October 29, 2024
I was actually really excited to read this book, but I felt it offered no substance other than pretty bland and generic advice through the lens of SATC references. It felt like the book your mom gives to you as a teen to read about puberty and coming of age, but years too late.
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February 18, 2020just loved this book! Real treasure for sex and the city lovers but also fot he ones who have new watched it. Funny, sarcastic, self-love book! Miranda became my favourite character, indeed.
January 30, 2022
Para alguien que no solo ha disfrutado la saga de SATC (serie original, películas y ahora And just like that), sino que también escucha y sigue activamente la cuenta de Instagram de las autoras y su podcast… este libro es una gran oportunidad de dejar brillar a Miranda, mi personaje favorito de todo este mundo, quien no es tan apreciada como debería. Mi único pero, es que lamentablemente hay muchos factores que hoy cambian esta narrativa y, en cierto punto, se contradice.
April 8, 2024
Книга розрахована на фанатів «Секс і місто», ким я і являюсь, тому мені зайшла
p.s. міранда зі сходженням у саманті 🙃
p.s. міранда зі сходженням у саманті 🙃
March 20, 2020
RATING: 4 STARS
A great satirical trip back to Sex and the City where Miranda Hobbes finally gets her dues. Great for any bookshelf or coffee table of any SATC fan.
A great satirical trip back to Sex and the City where Miranda Hobbes finally gets her dues. Great for any bookshelf or coffee table of any SATC fan.
December 29, 2019
I was confused as to what to think of this book while reading it. Perhaps my expectations were too high. I've been following the Instagram account behind the book for a little over a year, and was still surprised when the book wasn't entirely self-help. Of course a fan account would write a fan book, because that's what it is.
The book is written by Mirandas, for other Mirandas, about Miranda - and that's about it to be honest. Sometimes the book goes overboard with the fan-girling to the extend, that some of the actually good advice in the book seems to be glossed over. Ex: Here's a good section on mental health, but let's mention the fact that Miranda ate cake out of the garbage for the 7th time so far. The jokes get old and cringey really quickly.
However, when we reach the sections with actual advice in them, they're good. They're sometimes jarring in that the tone changes a lot in a short amount of time. We went from one of the cringey jokes to suddenly reading about a serious discussion on imposter syndrome, right from one page to another. Maybe I'm the only one who thought it was weird.
This book is definitely not for all Mirandas, but if you can look past the issues I've mentioned - or you're a Carrie who definitely needs to learn from her friend - you could give the book a try.
The book is written by Mirandas, for other Mirandas, about Miranda - and that's about it to be honest. Sometimes the book goes overboard with the fan-girling to the extend, that some of the actually good advice in the book seems to be glossed over. Ex: Here's a good section on mental health, but let's mention the fact that Miranda ate cake out of the garbage for the 7th time so far. The jokes get old and cringey really quickly.
However, when we reach the sections with actual advice in them, they're good. They're sometimes jarring in that the tone changes a lot in a short amount of time. We went from one of the cringey jokes to suddenly reading about a serious discussion on imposter syndrome, right from one page to another. Maybe I'm the only one who thought it was weird.
This book is definitely not for all Mirandas, but if you can look past the issues I've mentioned - or you're a Carrie who definitely needs to learn from her friend - you could give the book a try.
November 14, 2019
If you’re a Sex and the City fan look no further. This book celebrates Miranda who was until recently overlooked. It was entertaining and included all the most iconic moments from the show. The book even convinced me to reconsider which character I identify with- I am now a proud Miranda with a Charlotte rising. Just be aware... it’s not the most appropriate book for public transport. Highly recommend💓
January 16, 2023
No sé qué he leído. Me encanta Sexo en Nueva York y pensaba que este libro hablaría de Miranda y de feminismo. Y de Miranda sí que habla, pero el feminismo no lo veo por ninguna parte. Se dedica a dar consejos para ser una Miranda de la vida: trabajo, amor, dinero, etc. Podrían haber hecho un ensayo mejor elaborado de por qué Miranda es la más feminista de los cuatro personajes, pero se ha quedado en nada. No lo recomiendo en absoluto.
December 20, 2019
I'm only counting this because I've surpassed my reading goal -- mostly I just flipped through and read the parts that interested me.
April 4, 2023
As a Miranda (Carrie rising), I approve.
December 2, 2019
I normally don’t read this type of non-fiction but I watched all the episodes of Sex and The City on tv many years ago and felt nostalgic. Didn’t we all secretly envy Carrie? Well did you ever stop to think that maybe you’re actually a Miranda and that being a Miranda is just as cool if not better than being a Carrie? Me neither but this little book made me change my mind radically.
The novel makes you appreciate the Miranda in you, hell it makes you love yourself a little more for whoever you are, and don’t we all need to be told once in a while that we’re amazing just the way we are (yep I do, that’s why I love Bruno Mars so much)? If you want to feel better about yourself, gloss up on that self-esteem a little bit, then this is just the medicine you need.
We Should All Be Mirandas was a fun novel and very easy to read, I made a zillion notes while reading this that I can’t possibly all share with you so you’ll have to read the novel yourself but I know you’ll be wondering ‘what is A Miranda’ exactly, and if you are one and if I am one) yourself ? Well in order to know if you are there’s a very easy to follow flow chart in the book that will give you an answer immediately. I did find out that I certainly do have some of Miranda traits (with a bit of a Charlotte rising) and I certainly know quite a few women who I recognise as a Miranda. I wonder how they’ll react when I tell them?
This cute little book takes the reader through every possible aspect you can think of, clothing advice, dating advice (types of men that can be a trap), career advice, travel, sex… well you name it and it’s covered. I found that the first part of the novel gave me a very good idea of a Miranda. These type of women are minimalists and go for natural make-up, they are blunt and sarcastic and have a mild distrust of the world, and Mirandas always wear clothes they feel comfortable in, no matter the look. In the section of types of sneakers a Miranda wears it is also clear that she wears them not as a fashion statement, but for comfort (unlike Carries). I can sooo find myself in that! Also, this one made me laugh out loud:
'Mirandas have a tendency to accrue a freakish number of canvas totebags because totes have two qualities that Mirandas value very much: practicality and affordability. They’re cheap and can hold many things. Getting rid of them if they’re soiled and misshapen doesn’t happen though, one totebag is designated and all the old ones are stored inside. That’s just the Miranda way.'
I found the first part of the book to be really focused on being a Miranda, the second part was more common sense and some good advice for everyone who reads it. It’s composed of lots of How To’s and at the end of each section there are even great little recaps titled ‘What You Should Have Learned from This Chapter’. I really liked the tone of the novel and its non-judgemental way like whether you want kids or don’t want kids, each side gets support in its own self-depricating way. So what if there’s more risk of dying alone and being eaten by my own cat, as they say in the book, that’s a small price to pay for a life lived on my own terms :-).
I had a good few chuckles whilst reading this and it’s a great book to gift to a dear friend or to yourself. We Should All Be Mirandas is a novel for all women, certainly not only for Sex and The City fans!
The novel makes you appreciate the Miranda in you, hell it makes you love yourself a little more for whoever you are, and don’t we all need to be told once in a while that we’re amazing just the way we are (yep I do, that’s why I love Bruno Mars so much)? If you want to feel better about yourself, gloss up on that self-esteem a little bit, then this is just the medicine you need.
We Should All Be Mirandas was a fun novel and very easy to read, I made a zillion notes while reading this that I can’t possibly all share with you so you’ll have to read the novel yourself but I know you’ll be wondering ‘what is A Miranda’ exactly, and if you are one and if I am one) yourself ? Well in order to know if you are there’s a very easy to follow flow chart in the book that will give you an answer immediately. I did find out that I certainly do have some of Miranda traits (with a bit of a Charlotte rising) and I certainly know quite a few women who I recognise as a Miranda. I wonder how they’ll react when I tell them?
This cute little book takes the reader through every possible aspect you can think of, clothing advice, dating advice (types of men that can be a trap), career advice, travel, sex… well you name it and it’s covered. I found that the first part of the novel gave me a very good idea of a Miranda. These type of women are minimalists and go for natural make-up, they are blunt and sarcastic and have a mild distrust of the world, and Mirandas always wear clothes they feel comfortable in, no matter the look. In the section of types of sneakers a Miranda wears it is also clear that she wears them not as a fashion statement, but for comfort (unlike Carries). I can sooo find myself in that! Also, this one made me laugh out loud:
'Mirandas have a tendency to accrue a freakish number of canvas totebags because totes have two qualities that Mirandas value very much: practicality and affordability. They’re cheap and can hold many things. Getting rid of them if they’re soiled and misshapen doesn’t happen though, one totebag is designated and all the old ones are stored inside. That’s just the Miranda way.'
I found the first part of the book to be really focused on being a Miranda, the second part was more common sense and some good advice for everyone who reads it. It’s composed of lots of How To’s and at the end of each section there are even great little recaps titled ‘What You Should Have Learned from This Chapter’. I really liked the tone of the novel and its non-judgemental way like whether you want kids or don’t want kids, each side gets support in its own self-depricating way. So what if there’s more risk of dying alone and being eaten by my own cat, as they say in the book, that’s a small price to pay for a life lived on my own terms :-).
I had a good few chuckles whilst reading this and it’s a great book to gift to a dear friend or to yourself. We Should All Be Mirandas is a novel for all women, certainly not only for Sex and The City fans!
March 23, 2025
Nada más empezar el libro las escritoras dicen que siempre se han identificado con Carrie así que empieza mal la cosa. Ahora Carmen dejará un comentario diciéndome que yo soy una Carrie, pero mi favorita siempre será Samantha porque es inteligente, divertida, disfrutona, la mejor amiga del grupo porque NUNCA falla a ninguna pese a que la ninguneen y además tiene dinero, estilo y un pelo que mataría porque me quedase bien. Dicho esto (solo quería decir que amo a Samantha), el libro en sí es tan malo como me esperaba. “Eres una Miranda si tienes una empleada del hogar que se llama Magda” ????? surrealista. La verdad que el libro es bastante machista e incluso lesbofobo y me ha dejado tiesa cuando dice que Miranda parece: “un marimacho de la cabeza a los pies” por llevar traje y el pelo corto??? y: “a veces incluso se ponía una corbata que parecía más de camionera que de otra cosa”. Les ha faltado decir que las otras son 3 pvtones por ponerse una falda, aunque de Samantha básicamente lo dicen constantemente. Después de despellejar a todas, llega a una parte donde critica y “desgrana” a los personajes masculinos de la serie y, cuando crees que no puedes sentir más vergüenza ajena, llega una parte donde te dan consejos para cosas completamente normales en las que da igual si eres más Miranda o más Carrie o quien sea porque son cosas normales y corrientes y absurdas.
Sinceramente, cualquiera que haya visto la serie, sabe que Miranda es el personaje más similar a una persona de a pie. Tiene su trabajo, viste normal, está feliz en su casa… mientras que los otros 3 personajes son más exagerados, aunque eso no le quita su realismo. Pero lo que NUNCA haría Miranda es juzgar como hace este libro al resto de mujeres por cómo visten o como se cortan el pelo etc ni decirle a ninguna mujer cómo tiene que vivir. Y como yo no soy Miranda, ahora me voy a meter al ig de estas dos neandertales a insultarlas! No me extraña que se identificaran con Carrie porque menudas dos petardas.
*me lo he leído muy rápido porque básicamente la mayoría de hojas son en blanco o con dibujos o la letra a tamaño 100.
Sinceramente, cualquiera que haya visto la serie, sabe que Miranda es el personaje más similar a una persona de a pie. Tiene su trabajo, viste normal, está feliz en su casa… mientras que los otros 3 personajes son más exagerados, aunque eso no le quita su realismo. Pero lo que NUNCA haría Miranda es juzgar como hace este libro al resto de mujeres por cómo visten o como se cortan el pelo etc ni decirle a ninguna mujer cómo tiene que vivir. Y como yo no soy Miranda, ahora me voy a meter al ig de estas dos neandertales a insultarlas! No me extraña que se identificaran con Carrie porque menudas dos petardas.
*me lo he leído muy rápido porque básicamente la mayoría de hojas son en blanco o con dibujos o la letra a tamaño 100.
November 7, 2019
(Free copy provided by the publisher) A hilarious parody celebrating the underrated feminist Miranda Hobbes of SATC.🧑🏻🦰 What a fun journey thru the series best of times this was! Waaay back when I watched the series on HBO before binge watching was a thing, Miranda was the character I least identified with. My life has changed so much since then and I’m giving praise to her today because I most definitely fall into the Miranda-esque style - take charge, no bullshit, if it sounds too good to be true it probably is approach to EVERYTHING!🤣
If you find yourself: loving on podcasts, documentaries, Tevas and unplugging is your idea of hell then this is your new favorite book! A perfect diversion from heavier reads and fulfills my goal of reading more nonfiction.🙌🏻
If you find yourself: loving on podcasts, documentaries, Tevas and unplugging is your idea of hell then this is your new favorite book! A perfect diversion from heavier reads and fulfills my goal of reading more nonfiction.🙌🏻
January 22, 2023
When Sex and the City was still airing, I’ve always identified as Samantha Jones.
After reading this book, I couldn’t help but wonder, perhaps We Should All Be Mirandas!
Filled with practical advice on fashion, sex, love, relationships, and everything in between, this book guides you on how to Thrive Like A Miranda and live life the Miranda way!
It’s time to let go of your Mirandaphobia and release your inner Hobbes!
And just like that, I am now a Miranda with a Samantha Rising!
After reading this book, I couldn’t help but wonder, perhaps We Should All Be Mirandas!
Filled with practical advice on fashion, sex, love, relationships, and everything in between, this book guides you on how to Thrive Like A Miranda and live life the Miranda way!
It’s time to let go of your Mirandaphobia and release your inner Hobbes!
And just like that, I am now a Miranda with a Samantha Rising!
November 16, 2021
I find it rather funny that so many people gave this book a bad review by reading it with a serious mindset. It’s just meant to be a light and fun book that talks about Miranda’s characteristics and formats it into a life lesson manual based on her qualities. If you’re a Sex and the City fan just enjoy this analyzation of the character and don’t expect it to be an actual manual for your life. ✌️😌
November 16, 2019
Non-fiction is so not-my-style, but as a big fan of Sex And The City, this was too intruguing to pass up!
It was a fun and witty read on how to adopt Miranda's no-bull shit attitude towards love, life, sex and fashion.
I highly recommend this one for lovers of Sex and the city!
It was a fun and witty read on how to adopt Miranda's no-bull shit attitude towards love, life, sex and fashion.
I highly recommend this one for lovers of Sex and the city!
June 11, 2025
As a Sex and the City girlie, I approve. I do think they could've gone a LITTLE easier on my girl Carrie, though 😂
But I loved all the fun tips about life and dating! Found out I've dated both a Berger and a Mr. Big, so I guess only up from here 😭
But I loved all the fun tips about life and dating! Found out I've dated both a Berger and a Mr. Big, so I guess only up from here 😭
February 14, 2020
Fun book about the best SATC character.
June 25, 2020
Thoroughly entertaining from start to finish, a must read for any avid SATC fan. The illustrations are incredible and a great added bonus to the book.
July 2, 2020
This was so fun!
September 21, 2020
What a fun book! I wish I could have read this while I was still single.
October 8, 2020
This was so damn good. Going to put my foot down and say it’s my favourite book for 2020!
This book... made me feel seen (that sounds super wanky but it did)
This book... made me feel seen (that sounds super wanky but it did)
February 17, 2021
Amazing amazing amazing, couldn’t put it down.
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