Best known for portraying Dionne Marie Davenport in the 1995 feature film Clueless and its television series of the same name, Stacey Dash seemed to be in good spirits when she left her house in January 2021.
Clueless actress Stacey Dash steps out in Los Angeles on January 21, 2021, wearing a cozy fur-trimmed suede vest over a black long-sleeve top, accessorized with a red Prada tote (Credit: Ivan Nikolov / WENN / Instar / Nikki Nelson)
Stacey Dash is 5 feet 4 inches (162.6 cm) and wears a US shoe size 7. She often opts for high heels to elongate her petite frame and enhance her red carpet presence.
Whether attending fashion events or public appearances, Dash frequently pairs her outfits with elegant pumps or strappy sandals that add height and sophistication.
Stacey Dash flaunts her perfectly pedicured toes and size 7 (US) feet in glamorous silver stiletto sandals adorned with crystal embellishments and delicate ankle jewelry at the Jimmy Choo for H&M Collection private event
She starred in the 1995 American coming-of-age teen comedy Clueless, which was released on July 19, 1995, when Stacey Dash was 28 years old. The film also starred Alicia Silverstone, Stacey Dash, Brittany Murphy, and Paul Rudd.
Stacey Dash, Alicia Silverstone, and Brittany Murphy channel preppy perfection in coordinated plaid skirts, bold platforms, and knee-high socks in this iconic Clueless fashion moment (Credit: Paramount Pictures)
Stacey Dash on Becoming Dionne: Why Clueless Was the Role Meant for Her
“You know, you read so many scripts,” Dash said in a phone interview with The Daily Beast in May 2020. “Some of them are really tedious. This one was just—I ripped through it.” She connected with her character Dionne instantly. “I knew it was me. I knew I was Dionne,” Dash added.
“I thought she was just a spoiled, rich brat but she had a good heart—which is what I loved about her. She was just everything. Great parents. Wealthy. Great friends. Popular. She was everything.”
Filmmaker Amy Heckerling decided to cast Alicia Silverstone as Cherilyn “Cher” Horowitz after seeing Silverstone in three Aerosmith music videos. When principal photography for Clueless began on November 21, 1994, Alicia Silverstone was 18 and Stacey Dash was 27.
Alicia Silverstone, just 18 during filming, embodies Cher Horowitz’s signature style in an argyle mini skirt, crisp blouse, knee-high socks, and silver Mary Jane flats—shopping bags in tow
Brittany Anne Murphy-Monjack, who died in December 2009 of pneumonia at the age of 32, also had her breakthrough role as Tai Frasier in Clueless.
Clueless cast members Justin Walker, Elisa Donovan, Stacey Dash, Alicia Silverstone, Jeremy Sisto, Brittany Murphy, Donald Faison, Breckin Meyer, and Paul Rudd
With a modern-day setting in Beverly Hills, the film is loosely based on Jane Austen’s 1815 novel Emma.
“I remembered reading Emma in college and being struck at how much it reminded me of old TV shows like Gidget,” American film director Amy Heckerling told Entertainment Weekly. “There’s something so basic about it.”
A loose adaptation of Jane Austen’s 1815 novel Emma, Clueless stars Alicia Silverstone, Stacey Dash, and Brittany Murphy
Clueless-Inspired Fashion Moments and Celebrity Tributes
The iconic style of Clueless continues to influence fashion trends and celebrity wardrobes. Explore how stars have embraced and reimagined the film’s memorable looks:
Irina Shayk Channels Cher Horowitz in Vivienne Westwood
- Event: New York City Outing
- Outfit: Irina Shayk donned a purple and yellow plaid skirt suit reminiscent of Cher’s signature ensemble from Clueless.
- Footwear: She completed the look with combat boots, adding a modern twist to the classic style.
- Read more: Irina Shayk Channels Clueless’ Cher Horowitz in Vivienne Westwood
Taylor Swift’s Plaid Dior Dress at the 2024 VMAs
- Event: 2024 MTV Video Music Awards
- Outfit: Taylor Swift stunned in a yellow plaid Dior dress, evoking the iconic fashion of Clueless.
- Footwear: She paired the dress with Stuart Weitzman Maverick boots, blending preppy and punk aesthetics.
- See more: Taylor Swift Stuns in Dior Plaid and Stuart Weitzman Boots at the 2024 VMAs
Iconic Clueless Skirts That Defined ’90s Fashion
- Style Legacy: Clueless popularized pleated plaid mini skirts and coordinated sets, with Cher Horowitz’s yellow and red tartan outfits setting a preppy-chic standard.
- Trend Impact: The film’s bold, colorful aesthetic continues to inspire modern designers and Gen Z streetwear, keeping the ’90s look timeless.
- Shoe Pairing: For a quintessential ’90s vibe, skirts were paired with knee-high socks, Mary Janes, chunky platforms, or strappy heels.
- Read more: Explore the best Clueless skirt moments and modern outfit ideas
AnnaSophia Robb’s Clueless-Inspired Chanel Ensemble
- Event: Chanel Luncheon at Tribeca Film Festival
- Outfit: AnnaSophia Robb wore a yellow tartan skirt from Chanel’s Pre-Fall 2024 collection, channeling Cher Horowitz’s style.
- Details: The ensemble featured a matching blazer and accessories that paid homage to the 1995 film.
- Discover more: AnnaSophia Robb Rocks Controversial Socks-and-Heels Look at Chanel Luncheon
Katy Perry’s Preppy Checkered Look at Nobu London
- Event: Dinner at Nobu Restaurant, London
- Outfit: Katy Perry embraced a preppy schoolgirl look with a checkered ensemble reminiscent of Clueless fashion.
- Footwear: She completed the outfit with classic black pumps, adding a sophisticated touch.
- Explore her style: Katy Perry’s Stylish Checkered Outfit at Nobu Restaurant
These fashion moments highlight the enduring influence of Clueless on contemporary style, showcasing how celebrities continue to draw inspiration from the film’s iconic wardrobe.
More than two decades after Clueless hit theaters, Alicia Silverstone continued to turn heads on the red carpet—this time at one of fashion’s biggest nights.
Alicia Silverstone Makes a Stylish Appearance at the 2016 CFDA Fashion Awards With Selma Blair
21 years after the movie’s release, the 2016 CFDA Fashion Awards did not disappoint as one of the year’s most significant fashion events.
Selma Blair turns heads at the CFDA Fashion Awards in a bold asymmetrical black Christian Siriano pantsuit-dress hybrid, paired with sleek black d’Orsay pumps
Red Carpet Highlights: Star-Studded CFDA Fashion Moments in Designer Heels
Other stars who impressed on the red carpet included Rosie Huntington-Whiteley in a shimmering Michael Kors gown, Jessica Chastain in a metallic embroidered Prabal Gurung dress with custom Paul Andrew heels, Kirsten Dunst in a sheer, pleated Rodarte gown styled with orchid earrings and metallic pumps, Jennifer Hudson in a bold red-and-black Prabal Gurung strapless gown paired with Kurt Geiger ‘Bond’ pumps, and Karlie Kloss in a playful Rosie Assoulin dress with Swarovski-encrusted pumps.
Selma Blair (L) and Alicia Silverstone showcase contrasting styles at the 2016 CFDA Fashion Awards—Blair in a bold, edgy pantsuit-dress hybrid and Silverstone in a romantic red gown—highlighting their unique fashion identities on the red carpet
The “Cruel Intentions” star wore a weird dress-pantsuit hybrid by designer Christian Siriano.
Selma Blair styled her dramatic Christian Siriano look with a textured black clutch, pointed-toe pumps, and an elegant updo featuring soft, face-framing bangs
One side was a long-sleeved pantsuit, and the other side was a sleeveless dress with a train. She paired the outfit with black d’Orsay pumps.
Selma Blair steps out in classic pointed-toe black pumps, perfectly showcasing her size 7 (US) feet
While we support taking risks in fashion, sometimes they don’t pay off. We loved her simple, chic d’Orsay pumps, though. You can get a similar pair from BCBGeneration at Nordstrom.
BCBGeneration “Tori” D’Orsay Pump, $58.77
The good news is that Selma’s date to the event, Alicia Silverstone, looked stunning in her Christian Siriano creation.
Alicia Silverstone and Selma Blair both wore outfits from American fashion designer Christian Siriano at the 2016 CFDA Fashion Awards
The “Excess Baggage” star wore a gorgeous red gown that featured a thigh-high slit.
Alicia Silverstone channels her iconic Clueless alter ego in a stunning red silk gown with a plunging V-neckline and thigh-high slit, evoking Cher’s signature confidence
She wore a pair of red sandals with large rope details in the front.
Clueless star Alicia Silverstone turns heads in a bold red gown with a plunging neckline and thigh-high slit at the CFDA Fashion Awards, channeling her iconic Cher Horowitz style
Alicia Silverstone Recalls Her First Meeting With Director Amy Heckerling
In July 2020, Silverstone discussed her first meeting with Amy Heckerling in an interview with Vogue.
She had a strong Bronx accent that was really funny to me because I was such a California girl. I remember sitting way across from her at a table with my manager at my side. Amy loves to tell this story of me drinking from a cup with a straw because I wouldn’t lift the cup up to my mouth. I had it on the table and would just bob my head up and down to get the straw. She just thought that was the cutest thing she’d ever seen which, honestly, I don’t even see what’s cute about it because I still do that now (laughs).
Alicia Silverstone walks the carpet with Selma Blair in Christian Siriano at the 2016 CFDA Fashion Awards on June 6, 2016, in New York City.
This look is one we’ll remember for a long time. It reminds us of the iconic red mini dress she wore as Cher Horowitz in Clueless.
Alicia Silverstone’s plunging red gown at the CFDA Fashion Awards drew instant comparisons to her iconic mini dress as Cher Horowitz in Clueless, proving her timeless fashion influence
Channel your inner Cher with this pair of red sandals from Rupert Sanderson.
Rupert Sanderson “Jewel” Suede Sandals, $595