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June 28, 2024 8:00 am

The Cher Lookbook

By Hanna Flanagan

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The internet loves to call pop stars, actresses, and other female celebrities “mother” as of late. But if you ask me, this honorary title should be reserved for one legend and one legend only: Cher. Often referred to as the Goddess of Pop, Cher is a true triple threat with nearly seven (yes, seven!) decades of fame under her belt. Throughout the course of her career, she’s earned an Academy Award, a Grammy Award, an Emmy Award, three Golden Globe Awards, four No. 1 singles, and the coveted status of fashion icon.

Cher met costume designer Bob Mackie while working on The Carol Burnett Show in the 1960s. The two soon started collaborating on looks that would eventually help shape her career and the fashion industry at large. Cher was never afraid to wear Mackie’s groundbreaking designs, which often featured sheer fabrics, sequins, feathers, bold headpieces, and other experimental elements. And together, the pair made fashion magic for decades.

Below, Cher’s best outfits, looks, and fashion choices:

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Cher Portrait Cher Portrait
Cher circa 1966 in a fur coat I need ... immediately.
Cher Singing During TV Guest Appearance Cher Singing During TV Guest Appearance
In a crocheted shift dress while performing on a variety show called The Smothers Brothers Comedy Hour. Photo: Bettmann Archive
Portraits of American Pop Singers Sonny & Cher at Home in Los Angeles Portraits of American Pop Singers Sonny & Cher at Home in Los Angeles
Posing with longtime love Sonny Bono in a quintessential ’60s floral-print set. Photo: Penske Media via Getty Images
45th Annual Academy Awards 45th Annual Academy Awards
She attended the 1973 Academy Awards with Sonny in an ab-baring two-piece by Bob Mackie. Photo: Ron Galella Collection via Getty
Romantic and Glamorous Hollywood Design Exhibition Romantic and Glamorous Hollywood Design Exhibition
Cher chose this custom Bob Mackie for the 1974 Met Ball. She later wore the same sheer sequin- and feather-embellished dress on the cover of Time maga... Cher chose this custom Bob Mackie for the 1974 Met Ball. She later wore the same sheer sequin- and feather-embellished dress on the cover of Time magazine. Photo: Ron Galella Collection via Getty
The Rock Music Awards The Rock Music Awards
The star bared her famous abs at the 1975 Rock Music Awards in a sequined crop top and low-rise pants.
Cher Portrait Session Cher Portrait Session
Cher wearing a sequined Bob Mackie dress during a photo shoot in 1978. Photo: Getty Images
Cher Portrait Session Cher Portrait Session
In another Bob Mackie look during the same photo shoot. Photo: Getty Images
Cher Portrait Session Cher Portrait Session
One of her most iconic looks ever came during a photo shoot for her 1979 album Prisoner. The singer wore nothing but a rhinestone-chain wig and dainty... One of her most iconic looks ever came during a photo shoot for her 1979 album Prisoner. The singer wore nothing but a rhinestone-chain wig and dainty pink butterfly wings. Photo: Getty Images
Mackie & Cher At The Metropolitan Museum Of Art Mackie & Cher At The Metropolitan Museum Of Art
At the 1985 Met Gala wearing Bob Mackie. Photo: Getty Images
Cher and Don Ameche Cher and Don Ameche
In a Bob Mackie headdress and sequined gown with a cutout halter neck at the 1986 Academy Awards. Photo: Corbis/VCG via Getty Images
Actress Cher At Academy Awards Actress Cher At Academy Awards
Cher won her first Oscar, Best Actress at the 1988 Academy Awards for her role in Moonstruck, in a sheer embellished Bob Mackie number. Photo: Getty I... Cher won her first Oscar, Best Actress at the 1988 Academy Awards for her role in Moonstruck, in a sheer embellished Bob Mackie number. Photo: Getty Images
Cher Performs At Wembley Arena In London Cher Performs At Wembley Arena In London
On tour in 1992. Photo: Redferns
“The Panama Deception” West Hollywood Premiere “The Panama Deception” West Hollywood Premiere
Cher embraced the casual style of the ’90s in a classic Canadian tuxedo — and turns out she looks good in jeans, too. Photo: Ron Galella Collection vi... Cher embraced the casual style of the ’90s in a classic Canadian tuxedo — and turns out she looks good in jeans, too. Photo: Ron Galella Collection via Getty
The 70th Annual Academy Awards - Red Carpet The 70th Annual Academy Awards - Red Carpet
She walked the 1998 Academy Awards red carpet in an ethereal Bob Mackie gown and matching headpiece. Photo: WireImage
Cher attending the “Vanity Fair Post-Party” Celebrating the 72nd Acadeny Awards Cher attending the “Vanity Fair Post-Party” Celebrating the 72nd Acadeny Awards
In another denim look at the Vanity Fair Oscar party in 2000. Photo: Getty Images
Cher’s Farewell Concert Cher’s Farewell Concert
On her Living Proof Farewell Tour in 2003. Photo: WireImage
67th Annual Golden Globes Awards - Press Room 67th Annual Golden Globes Awards - Press Room
At the 2010 Golden Globes, Cher wore a custom Bob Mackie velvet gown featuring a corset bodice and lace details. Photo: WireImage
“China: Through The Looking Glass” Costume Institute Benefit Gala “China: Through The Looking Glass” Costume Institute Benefit Gala
In Marc Jacobs at the 2015 Met Gala. Photo: WireImage
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