Cher and Dionne get the Barbie makeover: celebrating 30 years of 'Clueless'

It has been 30 years since the iconic 1995  film “Clueless” hit the screens, captivating teenagers with its memorable characters, witty dialogue, and not forgetting its unapologetic love for fashion. 

To celebrate these memorable moments, Mattel and Paramount have announced that they are teaming up to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the beloved film.

The two organisations are releasing Barbie doll versions of Cher Horowitz and Dionne Davenport, the film’s stylish and charismatic leads, portrayed by Alicia Silverstone and Stacey Dash. The partnership was announced on July 10, with the dolls set to debut on July 19.

The Horowitz and Davenport Barbie dolls showcase the characters in their most iconic outfits from the film. 

Horowitz’s doll features her signature yellow plaid two-piece ensemble, complete with a cropped blazer, white crew-neck T-shirt, fuzzy yellow sweater vest and a matching plaid skirt.

Davenport’s doll features her signature style, including black knee-high socks and heels, a distinctive patent-leather “Dr. Seuss” hat, chunky gold earrings, a nose ring, and a coordinating blazer and skirt.

The film’s high-fashion aesthetic, which still holds up today, is undeniable. The iconic outfits, like Horowitz’s signature plaid skirts and blazers, are still referenced and emulated in fashion today.

The film captivated viewers, drawing them into the characters' lives, especially the privileged world of Horowitz and Davenport at Beverly Hills High School, where fashion and wealth overshadowed academic achievement.

The “Clueless” style has become a staple of 90s fashion, with many fans still dressing up as the popular characters for Halloween or other events.

Meanwhile, fans of “Clueless” have more to look forward to beyond the new Barbie dolls. Silverstone is set to reprise her role as Horowitz in a sequel TV series, set to stream on Peacock.

The show is being developed by Josh Schwartz and Stephanie Savage, creators of “Gossip Girl”, with Amy Heckerling, the original writer and director of “Clueless”, on board as executive producer alongside Silverstone.

However, not much information about the reboot has been shared.