Black Magic: How Miley Cyrus Redefined Red Carpet Rules at SNL’s Milestone Celebration
In a striking display of haute couture meets avant-garde, Miley Cyrus commanded attention at Saturday Night Live’s prestigious 50th anniversary celebration, proving once again why she remains fashion’s most audacious chameleon. The Grammy-decorated songstress, fresh from her recent triple crown at music’s biggest night, graced the SNL50: Homecoming Concert with a masterclass in dramatic red carpet dressing.
The piece de résistance? A breathtaking Roberto Cavalli creation that reimagined cyberpunk chic for 2025. The architectural marvel featured precisely calculated cut-outs dancing across the bodice and legs in an ethereal wing pattern, while a cascading chiffon train added a whisper of romance to the otherwise commanding silhouette. The ensemble spoke volumes of Cavalli’s masterful understanding of the feminine form, while simultaneously channeling the zeitgeist of our digital age.
Cyrus, accompanied by her inner circle including friend Maxx Morando and mother Tish Cyrus, complemented the show-stopping gown with carefully curated accessories. Her tousled coiffure and smoldering smokey eye served as the perfect foil to the dress’s sharp geometrics, creating a harmonious balance between edge and elegance.
For her electrifying performance of her Grammy-winning anthem “Flowers,” the pop virtuoso underwent a metamorphosis into an equally compelling embellished ensemble, proving her versatility both on and off stage. The quick change moment reminded us why Cyrus has become a fixture in both the music and fashion pantheons, having previously graced the SNL stage seven times in various capacities.
The evening’s piece de resistance, however, was undoubtedly her accessories game. Gold Jean Schlumberger by Tiffany & Co. bangles and earrings added a touch of old-world glamour to the futuristic ensemble, while Paris Texas footwear grounded the look in contemporary luxury. The star debuted a fresh beauty look featuring choppy bangs and Y2K-inspired highlights, a nod to the current revival of millennium aesthetics.
As SNL commemorates half a century of cultural impact, Cyrus’s appearance at this milestone event – sharing the spotlight with luminaries like Lady Gaga and Snoop Dogg – cements her status not just as a musical force but as a fashion oracle for the modern age. Fresh from her Grammy triumph for “II Most Wanted” with Beyoncé, Cyrus continues to prove that her style evolution parallels her artistic growth, creating moments that are both culturally relevant and fashion-forward.
