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New York Times
2 hours ago
- Entertainment
- New York Times
When ‘Clueless' Made Movie Fashion History
Power plaids. Matching sets. Athleisure. All fashion mainstays now, but in the summer of 1995, they weren't exactly on trend when the murky flannels and shredded denim of grunge ruled. Until a fizzy comedy starring an 18-year-old Alicia Silverstone set at a Beverly Hills high school rolled into theaters like a white Jeep Wrangler with a monster sound system. No, you're not totally buggin', friends, it's the 30th anniversary of 'Clueless.' Directed by Amy Heckerling, who loosely based her screenplay on Jane Austen's 'Emma,' the teen classic centers on Cher Horowitz (Silverstone) and her well-intentioned matchmaking in the halls and malls of Beverly Hills. Cher's circle of friends includes her bestie Dionne (Stacey Dash); her frenemy Amber (Elisa Donovan); Christian (Justin Walker), her crush; and Tai (Brittany Murphy), her protégée. But from the opening scene, the film's fashion vibrates with main character energy — and that's exactly what Heckerling and the costume designer Mona May intended. 'We had to create these girls that are authentic but have a certain kind of fashion sense that wasn't out there' at the time, said May, who drew on her childhood in India, a European sensibility and an encyclopedic knowledge of runway shows to create the movie's bold styles. 'Cher's looks were completely over-the-top in the best way,' Silverstone wrote in an email. 'But that's what made her iconic!' Of Cher's impact, Silverstone added, 'She gave people permission to look like they cared about their fashion.' The costume designer had a clear vision, Silverstone recalled, adding, 'Looking back it's funny because they were the adults but were much more tapped into youth culture and fashion than I was.' Silverstone's close friend, the designer Christian Siriano, featured several 'Clueless'-inspired looks in his fall 2023 collection. 'Growing up, there wasn't a lot of film fashion that a young designer could fall in love with, and 'Clueless' was that,' he said. 'Everybody wanted to dress like Cher. On a video call from her home in Los Angeles, May, dressed in a bright pink top, hat and necklace, broke down the movie's most influential looks. Here are excerpts from her comments. Want all of The Times? Subscribe.
New York Post
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- New York Post
As if! You can totally book a $1,995 a night ‘Clueless' suite — in Beverly Hills — to celebrate beloved film's 30th anniversary
As if Beverly Hills needed more glam, L'Ermitage just went full Cher Horowitz. To celebrate the 30th anniversary of the iconic 1995 teen flick 'Clueless' — the five-star L'Ermitage Beverly Hills hotel has teamed up with Bloomingdale's, Paramount Pictures and legendary costume designer Mona May to launch a limited-time immersive hotel suite that's part sleepover fantasy, part fashion show. 6 The team behind 'The Clueless Suite' refers to it as a tribute to a story that redefined being bold, stylish, and unapologetically fabulous in Beverly Hills. ©Paramount/Courtesy Everett Collection Bookable from July 12 through September 1, the 'Clueless Suite' transforms one of L'Ermitage's luxe 750-square-foot spaces into a Beverly Hills dream house fit for the queen of coordinated plaid. Think yellow tartan accent walls, a neon 'Carpe Diem! Okay?' sign, fuzzy pens, pop art, pink-on-pink decor and enough nostalgia to make even Amber Mariens say, 'Whatever!' 6 To mark 30 years of 'Clueless' fabulousness, the five-star L'Ermitage Beverly Hills just unveiled a suite that's part sleepover, part runway — and all totally Cher-worthy. Colleen O'Brien 'The Clueless Suite is our tribute to a story that redefined what it meant to be young, stylish, and unapologetically bold in Beverly Hills,' said Frédéric Zemmour, general manager of L'Ermitage Beverly Hills, as per a press release. This Beverly Hills boudoir includes a private balcony, oversized marble bathroom (perfect for post-mall bubble baths), overstuffed bedding from Bloomingdale's and a rotating wardrobe curated by May herself — complete with outfits inspired by Cher's closet, but make it 2025. Guests can even fill out a pre-arrival style quiz (paging Dionne!) to personalize their looks, then shop them via QR code in-room. And yes, there's access to a white Jeep Wrangler convertible — just be sure to actually learn to drive before merging onto Sunset. 6 This Beverly Hills boudoir boasts a private balcony, marble bath made for post-mall soaks, plush Bloomie's bedding and a 2025-ready Cher-approved wardrobe curated by Mona May. Colleen O'Brien Guests can update their stay with the 'Cher'mitage Experience,' a signature add-on featuring Clueless-themed turn-down treats, movie streaming, a complimentary sunset toast at the rooftop lounge, and — of course — a Bloomingdale's shopping spree. The package includes a $100 gift card, a VIP in-store styling appointment and a glam sesh with Dior Beauty to complete the makeover moment. Rates for 'The Clueless Suite' start at $1,995 per night with a two-night minimum, while the 'Cher'mitage Experience' add-on starts at $995/night and must be booked through the hotel concierge at least two days in advance. Ugh, as if you'd wait until the last minute. Because while some people are just 'ensemble challenged,' this suite slays — and proves that 'Clueless' is still the most fashion-forward film of our time. 6 Rates for the Clueless Suite start at $1,995/night (two-night minimum). Colleen O'Brien 6 The package offers a $100 gift card, VIP styling, and a Dior Beauty glam session to finish the look. Colleen O'Brien As The Post previously dished, lead actress Silverstone, 48, is slipping back into her plaid miniskirt to reprise her iconic role as Cher Horowitz in a 'Clueless' sequel series for Peacock — with 'Gossip Girl' and 'The O.C.' masterminds Josh Schwartz and Stephanie Savage running the show. Silverstone will also serve as executive producer. 6 Available July 12 to Sept. 1, the 'Clueless Suite' turns 750 swanky square feet into a Beverly Hills dream pad fit for the queen of plaid, Cher Horowitz herself. ©Paramount/Courtesy Everett Collection The original flick was a California remix of Jane Austen's 1815 novel 'Emma' — but plot details for the new Peacock series are still totally under wraps, so no word yet on whether other Austen tales will get a makeover. The 1995 classic starred Silverstone, Paul Rudd, the late Brittany Murphy, Stacey Dash, Breckin Meyer and Wallace Shawn, among others. So grab your fuzzy pen and book it, because fans think missing this would be totally wiggin'.
