Over the last four decades — yes, decades — Cher has starred in award-winning films, produced a plethora of uplifting I-am-woman-hear-me-roar ballads, and forged ahead of the style front to truly be one of a kind. Though the crooner's onstage presence is just as dazzling as her high-octane performance looks, it's her trendsetting off-duty style that has really captured our attention. From boyfriend blazers and leather miniskirts to sporty-chic separates and mom jeans (you know they're back, right?), it seems Cher is always a sartorial step ahead. Let's turn back time to celebrate Cher's most notable outfits, which even major modern influencer Kim Kardashian has committed to copying at the Met Gala, on Halloween, and at one of Cher's own concerts.
— Additional reporting by Mandi Villa
Styling a leather jacket with satin pants and leg warmers at Radio City Music Hall in 1982.
Styling a bandana around your head? Why not! Cher wore one to the premiere of The Year of Living Dangerously in 1983.
Wearing a stunning white dress and faux-fur stole at the Academy Awards in 1983.
Rocking a leather mini and an oversize blazer at the Footloose premiere in 1984.
No one can work socks with sandals like style setter Cher. Check out this look from 1984.
Rocking a black ensemble with bright purple hair at Madonna and Sean Penn's wedding in 1985.
For the premiere of Down and Out in Beverly Hills, Cher wore a boyfriend blazer in 1986.
Cher jazzed up her leather jacket with a pair of statement earrings at an MGM party in 1986.
Styling a brown leather jacket with a black shirt and oversize shades for Whoopi Goldberg's wedding reception in 1986.
In 1994, Cher was seen rocking a pink blouse and leather pants while on a motorcycle.
Styling a shimmery gown with a matching headpiece at the 1997 Academy Awards.
Opting for a long lavender blazer and high-waisted jeans to receive her star at the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 1998.
Cher doesn't shy away from color, as you can see from this concert outfit in 2014.
Wearing a graphic blazer with black pants backstage at the 2017 Billboard Music Awards.
Rocking an embellished fringed bodysuit at the 2017 Billboard Music Awards.