Carmela Soprano, played by Edie Falco, was not only one of the emotional centers of HBO’s “The Sopranos” — the source of worry, anger and frustration in her household — but also an icon of over-the-top, authentically New Jersey style.
With teased blonde hair that was always perfectly blown out, French-manicured acrylic nails and so much bling it must have been exhausting to simply shower, Tony Soprano’s high-strung wife made a statement without saying anything. And that statement seemed to be: My husband runs North Jersey.
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While doing household chores, Soprano layered up in her beloved cross necklace and a matching gold chain. A cheetah-printed shirt completed her casual look.
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If Tony loved his knit polos in the early seasons, Carmela was equally fond of tight-fitting knit T-shirts. Naturally, she also wore two necklaces, a bracelet on one wrist and a watch on the other.
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During a rare joint visit with Dr. Melfi (Lorraine Bracco), Carmela put on her best matching skirt suit — with pumps, a sleek yet over-the-top hairstyle and a clashing camisole.
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Always posing with her hands on her hips, Carmela was rarely seen without her everyday jewelry: diamond stud earrings, a giant engagement ring and stacks of necklaces and bracelets.
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Never afraid of layering, Carmela not only wore a sparkling rose-shaped brooch over a printed blazer, but also three necklaces and hoop earrings.
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While watching daughter Meadow play soccer, Carmela donned a beige pantsuit.
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Even when styling her hair in a ponytail, Carmela hot-rolled, teased and hair-sprayed her coif in place, fastening it with a barrette.
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Giving up her cross for a rare moment, Carmela wore a beige poncho over a matching shirt and amber-colored beads.
Every episode of “The Sopranos” is available to watch now on HBO Go/HBO NOW.
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