In 1995, Clueless hit the big screen, instantly becoming one of the nineties’ most iconic rom-coms. To this day, it’s still watched by a mass following of cult fans. While the plot was gripping, it’s the outfits that stole the show; from Calvin Klein mini dresses, layered exercise gear, and knee-high socks, the looks still hold up. But perhaps the most beloved outfits are the matching plaid ensembles worn by BFFs Cher and Dionne, played by Alicia Silverstone and Stacey Dash, which have influenced modern iterations of the mini skirt to this day. To recreate the outfits sustainably, Snatch now has you covered.
The Look
The plaid mini skirt
The red plaid mini skirt was a wardrobe staple for every nineties grunge girl, but Cher and Dionne showed that with minor tweaks, plaid skirts can reflect any personality. Dionne’s black kilt-style skirt showcased her feminist attitude, while Cher’s drop-waist yellow pleated number highlighted her offbeat persona. Right now, fashionistas are wearing floor-length kilts, but to find a plaid skirt unique to you, search the brand Kookaï on Vinted, Depop, or eBay.
Plaid blazer
While influencers such as Matilda Djerf have been recently rocking oversized blazers, even flogging them for a whopping £165, it’s easy to find something similar at a lower price point if you shop vintage. We recommend heading to 282 Portobello for a more upmarket jacket. Or, why not hit up your local charity shop for a cheaper option.
Knee high socks & white tees
It’s always worth investing in good quality white t-shirts and socks that will stand the test of time. For both items, try Organic Basics; an environmentally conscious clothing company focused making basic wardrobe staples that will last you years beyond purchase.
Mary Janes
Mary Janes first gained popularity in the 1920s, but it wasn’t until the 1960s when supermodel Twiggy made them her staple shoe that they really took off. Since then, they have become the go-to shoe for other fashion icons such as Jane Birkin in the 1970s and Alexa Chung in the mid-2000s – so you have no excuse not to find a vintage pair that fit your personal style. We recommend looking at designer options on Vestiaire Collective or, for a cheaper option, simply try typing in the shoe style on Vinted and see what you find.
Statement waistcoat
Waistcoats seem to be all the rage in the fast fashion scene right now but why buy something that will fall apart in a couple of months when you can shop vintage? Brick Lane Market is brimming with waistcoats at the moment so why not head over to East London and see what you can find.
Patent bag
Dionne’s patent bag perfectly matches her shoes, a small detail that demonstrates the importance of co-ordination in an outfit. So just like the Mary Janes, look at Vestiaire Collective for some designer options or simply type patent bag into Vinted and see what gems appear.
Statement hat
Dionne’s hat collection in Clueless definitely demonstrated that hats don’t just belong on the heads of mother-in-laws at weddings, but are actually the perfect style accessory for any young woman. To find a hat as unique as Dionne’s, we recommend hitting up a carboot sale and browsing through the array of wacky hats that are guaranteed to be found there.
Dionne and Cher’s look remain timeless, a perfect example of how you can match with your bestie while also leaning into your personal style. We hope this guide has helped you channel your inner nineties drama queen, so please, send us pictures of your recreated looks on Instagram to @snatchmagazine_
Pictures: Paramount
Designs: Pius Bentgens