It's been 50 years since The Cher Show (1975) premiered, and the sequins still haven't settled. Her style was never just about clothes; it was about making a statement. With Bob Mackie as her co-conspirator, she turned spectacle into a signature. For example, she wore nude illusion gowns dripping in crystals long before they were red carpet currency, and she wore towering headpieces paired with barely-there ensembles that redefined performance dressing.
On The Cher Show (1975), she was no different. To mark half a century of entrances that remain on every girl's wishlist, we've rounded up some of her iconic looks—on the show and beyond—and reimagined how to make them your own today.
1. Iridiscent sequinned gown
Cher channelled her status as the ultimate ’70s flower girl gone disco with this one-shoulder dress featuring vertical sequinned detailing and oversized iridescent discs that shimmered with her steps.
To recreate the look, opt for the shimmer and drama of the Retrofête's Candice gown or if you're after more structure, Rimzim Dadu’s metallic one-shoulder dress is it. Complete the outfit with Givenchy's crystal-embellished Liquid earrings, Misho Designs' Pala bangles, and The Attico's strappy heels.
2. Cher's orange and golden drape
With all that gold, draping and a divine sense of presence, Cher delivered an Indian goddess ahead of her time. To recreate this desi-inspired look, try Raw Mango’s Roopa sari and pair it with Aikeyah’s gold quilted bralette. Style it with Tanishq’s classic charm maang tikka and Alaïa’s fishnet ballet flats tie the look together.
3. Red bodycon with sequins
Dripping in red sequins and letting her sculptural collar do all the talking. It’s a look that speaks to Cher’s fearless femininity. Opt for Elie Saab’s bead-embroidered red dress and pin Max Mara’s silk flower broach on the neckline. If you want to add a touch of coquettecore, add Simone Rocha’s bow-embellished crystal drop earrings and finish off with Christian Louboutin’s Mizz Zs.
4. Butterfly coutout gown
With her bold, boundary-pushing looks, Cher also ruled the music charts. Play her hit song ‘Believe’ (1998) and slip into some everyday glam with a rhinestone embellished butterfly top and Levi's 501s. Style it with Chanel’s Cruise 2024/25 chain belt and All Saints Roxanne knee-high Western leather boots. Add the finishing touches with Tiffany and Co. hoop earrings. Blow-dry your hair into soft waves and let the music take over.
5. Colour block gown with metallic accents
The glittering chains and sculpted lines separating red and pink hues made a bold statement. Let's bring the look closer to home: start with Sabyasachi’s Akashtara Sari in similar hues, layer on David Yurman's Four-row necklace, and finish the look with Gianvito Rossi’s silver Monte Carlo heels.
