From velvet chaise lounges to chaotic but charming gallery walls, 1990s interior design is having a major revival—and we’re not surprised. At Empire Movers and Storage NYC, we’re seeing more and more clients embrace the maximalist, nostalgic, personality-filled vibes made iconic by the apartments of Sex and the City’s leading ladies.
Whether you’re channeling Carrie’s Upper East Side cluttered-chic charm or Miranda’s earthy, functional Brooklyn vibes, this trend isn’t just about design—it’s influencing how people move, decorate, and live in NYC right now.
Maximalism makes space personal again
After years of minimalist white walls and sterile Scandinavian spaces, the pendulum is swinging back toward more and more. In NYC, that means apartment makeovers full of:
- Vintage books stacked floor-to-ceiling
- Patterned rugs over hardwood floors
- Bold wallpaper or pastel paint
- Thrifted or antique furniture with character
- Gallery walls that look curated and chaotic
It’s not just interior designers embracing the vibe—our moving crews have helped countless clients relocate vintage armoires, oversized art, and even velvet headboards that would make Carrie proud.
Carrie Bradshaw’s apartment: The original clutter-core queen
Let’s be honest—Carrie Bradshaw didn’t exactly have a minimalist lifestyle. Her apartment, with its walk-in closet bursting with heels, stacks of Vogue on every surface, and a mix of vintage furniture and flea-market finds, was the blueprint for today’s clutter-core.
And guess what? It’s trending again.
According to Better Homes & Gardens and several NYC-based designers, the return of 1990s decor is rooted in the desire for comfort, individuality, and nostalgia—all things Carrie Bradshaw’s apartment embodied in every frame of Sex and the City.
Her eclectic furniture, non-matching nightstands, baroque mirror by the door, and of course, her iconic MacBook perched on the coffee table, weren’t accidental. They created a space that felt lived-in, loved, and layered with personality.
At Empire Movers and Storage NYC, we’ve moved dozens of clients into spaces they’ve styled to mirror that same feeling: a little chaotic, always cozy, and undeniably personal.
Charlotte’s uptown elegance? That’s trending too.
On the opposite end of the maximalist spectrum, we’re seeing a return to Charlotte York’s Park Avenue preppy-meets-classic aesthetic. Think soft pink walls, cream French-style armchairs, vintage crystal lamps, and china collections that never left their cabinets.
Clients are asking our movers to move expensive furniture and artwork:
- Fragile, high-end vintage furniture
- Large antique mirrors
- Curated art collections
- Piano or marble-top deliveries (yes, Charlotte energy)
For this style, our NYC white glove moving services are the perfect fit—delivering a seamless, damage-free relocation for even the most delicate items.
Miranda’s functional realism = modern Brooklyn
And then there’s Miranda. Her clean lines, natural wood, and earthy color palettes reflect a grounded approach—one that’s hugely popular now in neighborhoods like Fort Greene or Park Slope. Many of our clients are combining Miranda’s practicality with Carrie’s flair, building homes that are smart and expressive.
Empire Movers and Storage NYC brings your vision to life
Interior design trends don’t just shape what people buy—they shape how and where people live. That’s why NYC movers like us aren’t just lifting furniture—we’re helping people reimagine their space.
Our team works closely with interior designers, stagers, and homeowners to:
- Carefully move vintage or custom decor
- Offer temporary storage solutions during renovations or redesigns
- Relocate between apartments or boroughs with full-service ease
- Provide packing and unpacking help for delicate, decorative items
Maximalist spaces often include fragile, statement pieces, like chandeliers, oversized mirrors, lacquered furniture, and custom shelving. We treat these pieces like art—because they are.
The takeaway: your home should tell your story
As New Yorkers fall back in love with 90s maximalism, we’re here for it. Whether you’re recreating Carrie’s chaotic charm, Charlotte’s quiet luxury, or Miranda’s earthy minimalism, Empire Movers and Storage NYC is your behind-the-scenes partner for bringing that dream home to life.
Moving into a space that’s “so you” shouldn’t be stressful. With the right moving team, it can be as satisfying as finishing your gallery wall—or finding Manolos at a vintage store.