Clueless at 25: Costume designer explains history of Cher’s most famous outfit

Alicia Silverstone (Paramount Pictures/PA)

Alicia Silverstone tried on plaid suits in a variety of colours before settling on the famous yellow outfit she wears in Clueless, the film’s costume designer has said.

The actress, who plays Cher Horowitz in the classic teen film, tried red and blue suits before landing on the yellow Dolce & Gabbana outfit that made it clear she was “queen of the school”, Mona May revealed.