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Pat in the City: My Life of Fashion, Style, and Breaking All the Rules Hardcover – February 14, 2023

by Patricia Field (Author)
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From the iconic stylist and fashion provocateur whose designs transformed culture—bringing the glitz of Studio 54 and the sophistication of Sex and the City to the mainstream—comes a playful yet intimate memoir of a life spent challenging conventions.

Carrie Bradshaw’s pairing of a tutu with a tank top is one of the most iconic outfits ever seen on television—and a look that turned avant-garde New York designer and stylist Patricia Field into a household name. But before she was crowned the fairy godmother of haute couture, Field was the owner of the longtime East Village emporium Pat Field, a haven for drag queens, club kids, starving artists, NYU freshmen, and creative visionaries alike. Presiding over downtown with her distinctive vermillion hair and a constantly lit cigarette, Patricia was a rock ’n’ roll den mother to everyone from Amanda Lepore to Lady Bunny to Patti Smith, with her store providing the city’s eccentrics with a place to discover a sense of family, home, and a rhinestone bedazzled bustier or two.

In Pat in the City, Patricia describes her journey from scrappy Queens kid peddling men’s pants to the fashion world’s most notorious renegade. As the daughter of immigrant parents, Field learned the principles of glamour from her entrepreneurial mother, and applied her NYU lessons on democracy to inform a fashion ethos that would reach millions. From her Studio 54 disco-glam styling to her award-winning work in The Devil Wears Prada and Sex and the City to today’s buzzy costuming in Emily in Paris, Field’s inimitable styling has pushed the envelope and created trends that have become the culture standard. Now in her seventies, Patricia Field is ready to tell her story—not to take a final bow, but to spread her credo of challenging convention and filling the world with joy and dancing. 
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  6. ISBN-10
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  7. ISBN-13
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“A sparkling debut...fashion aficionados will relish this passionate ode to the power of style and individuality.” — Publishers Weekly

“A spirited personal history and a love letter to New York, fashion, and LGBTQ+ culture.” — Booklist

“Fashion lovers and fans alike will love the author’s anecdotes and photos from a unique life spent at the intersection of art and trendsetting styles....A bright, colorful memoir of an interesting life.” — Kirkus Reviews

"A nostalgic dive into a slice of fashion history, a behind-the-scenes look at famous TV and film costuming, and a celebration of the contributions of LGBTQIA+ culture." — Library Journal

"[Patricia Field’s] retelling of fashionable escapades from coming of age in 1960s New York City to the present day are laced with lessons, love, and loss, the personal stories acting as a confessional of sorts." — Vanity Fair

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Patricia Field has been pushing the boundaries of style for more than five decades. Her distinctive approach to dressing has been widely popularized through her work in costume design, most notably for Sex and the City.

For her work on the long-running HBO series, Field won an Emmy Award. She also received an Academy Award nomination for The Devil Wears Prada, as well as enduring recognition for her contributions on series such as Ugly Betty, Hope & Faith, Younger, and, most recently, Emily in Paris.

A native New Yorker, Field opened her eponymous boutique in 1966. Since selling the fashion landmark in 2016, Field has reinvented herself again, this time as the curator of ARTFashion, a gallery comprised entirely of original, made-to-order, handcrafted pieces by a select group of talented visual artists.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Dey Street Books (February 14, 2023)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 272 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0063048329
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0063048324
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.55 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6 x 0.84 x 9 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
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  • Kyla TheArtist
    5.0 out of 5 stars What a Woman!!
    Reviewed in the United States on March 20, 2025
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    She really takes you inside the guts & glory of some of the most fascinating, inner artistic, scenes in NYC. How they became, what she contributed, what she loves still! Pat is a verb. Her influence is everywhere. But that isn’t the most interesting thing about her! It’s her vision for things, state of being & ability to recognize specialness literally anywhere, in anyone & take action that has created her worlds & fortune!
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  • mary helen gonzales
    5.0 out of 5 stars it’s only fun if it’s fun
    Reviewed in the United States on July 3, 2023
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    I have always been a regular shopper and fan of Patricia Field. I watched Sex and the City and loved the clothes. Same for Emily in Paris.
    It was fun to read about how this creative ( I will say it because it is true) and artistic brain works. The drive and determination she possesses on,y strengthens the old adage that hard work is the reason for success. My own parents told me to find the thing in life that brings me joy and turn that into a career. Patricia is an icon who emulates that belief. What a fun time she has had and what hard work she has done to accomplish her goals!
    I look forward to her documentary that I have already added to my watch list and I wish we could be friends. In my heart we are the best of friends and I will continue to embrace her “ go with the flow” and only do what I find fun ideology in life.
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  • Dawn H.
    5.0 out of 5 stars Surfing in the creativity of the eighties
    Reviewed in the United States on December 29, 2023
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    As a fellow stylist from the eighties, only in Chicago, I was able to reflect on Pat's memories with a special comradery of one who had traveled the same road. She was far more successful at it with NYC as her backyard. She tells the story of her experiences with great detail making one feel like a fly on the wall of her life. Her bottom line of being influenced by other creatives around her with youthfulness is a great one to remember. She has mastered her intentions. A highly recommended read for anyone who wants or needs to know.
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  • Mami Maldonado
    5.0 out of 5 stars Mami likes!
    Reviewed in the United States on May 27, 2024
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    I love this book! It takes the reader back to the beginning’s of Patrica Field in the early days! I’m such a 70’s kinda girl!
    Love it!
    SM
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  • Tasha O'Hare
    5.0 out of 5 stars Phenominal Life and a great read!
    Reviewed in the United States on April 26, 2023
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    Absolutely loved it. What a life, what a ride, and what a great history of New York City and the various scenes which thrived over the years. So much fun reading about the tv shows and movies and stars she's dressed! Just enough gossip, and a lot about clothes and the life of a pioneering maverick !

    I was glad to see that she is not the stylist for the new version of Sex and The City - those clothes are atrocious and she's not responsible!
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  • Bill Baker
    3.0 out of 5 stars loving the book but book came dirty
    Reviewed in the United States on June 9, 2023
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    loving the book but it came dirty, some sort of candy crust that I cleaned my self with a damp cloth and then sanitized, I should have taken a picture and returned but I wanted to read it.
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  • Jacijoy
    3.0 out of 5 stars The title is misleading.
    Reviewed in the United States on February 15, 2023
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    The author focused more on her alternative lifestyle instead of her legendary fashion career. She didn’t include enough visuals to accompany her words. I am very disappointed with this tome.
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  • Barbara langdon
    5.0 out of 5 stars Campy book
    Reviewed in the United States on June 27, 2023
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  • Air fan
    5.0 out of 5 stars great
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 26, 2024
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    As a longtime admirer of Patricia Field's dazzling work on Sex and the City, Younger, and, yes, even the couture carnival of Emily in Paris (where her styling far outshines the writing), Pat in the City is everything I hoped it would be: unapologetically bold, refreshingly honest, and brimming with inspiration.

    Field's memoir captures her trailblazing spirit, recounting her rise from a New York boutique owner to the genius behind some of TV's most iconic fashion moments. Each chapter is a celebration of her fearless approach to style and a love letter to self-expression. From the legendary tutu in Sex and the City's opening sequence to the quirky glam of Younger, Patricia has always understood the language of clothing—and here, she lets us peek into how that magic comes to life.

    The book is more than just a retrospective; it's a manifesto for anyone who's ever dared to stand out. Her reflections on embracing individuality and rejecting rules feel as empowering as her designs. Sure, Emily in Paris may leave much to be desired narratively, but Patricia's work ensures you can't take your eyes off the screen—and this book proves why she's a legend.

    Whether you’re a fashion enthusiast or someone who just appreciates the artistry Patricia brings to her craft, this memoir is a vibrant, captivating read that leaves you inspired to live—and dress—on your own terms.
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  • tc
    4.0 out of 5 stars Enjoyed this book
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 12, 2023
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    Liked the fashion history and memories of new york. Easy read finished in a day. Also liked its optimism and the author s work ethic.
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  • Gyuszi
    5.0 out of 5 stars Iconic
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on February 26, 2023
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    Must read
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  • rachel phillips
    3.0 out of 5 stars A Bit Dull….
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 30, 2024
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    Loved SATC. Loved the fashions and styles Patricia Field puts together but this book is a bit tedious…. Got a third of the way through and gave up!
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