Sonny and Cher Costumes
Sonny and Cher Costume Ideas
Sonny and Cher costumes are perfect if you’re going to a Halloween party with a member of the opposite sex. They’re also ideal for helping you unleash your inner hippy while paying tribute to one of the great pop duos of the 1960s and 1970s.
In addition to discussing how to make your own Sonny and Cher costumes, we’ll talk about buying outfits online. And for fans of the whole cosplay scene, I’ve included tips and quotes that should help you pull off the roles of this legendary married couple.
Who Are Sonny and Cher?
Sonny Bono and Cher Bono (usually known as Cher) were a successful
husband-and-wife pop duo in the 1960s and 1970s. Together, they sold over 80
million albums and became TV stars by hosting The Sonny & Cher Show and The
Sonny & Cher Comedy Hour. Their best-selling songs include “I Got You Babe,”
“The Beat Goes On,” and “All I Ever Need Is You.”
The couple would end their marriage in 1975, and both would go on to achieve success by themselves. Sonny would eventually be elected to the U.S. House of Representatives, where he would serve until his death in 1998. Cher meanwhile, would sell over 100 million albums as a solo performer and become the only artist in history to reach #1 on the Billboard charts in six straight decades. She also won the Best Actress Oscar in 1988 for her role in the romantic comedy Moonstruck.
Buying Sonny and Cher Costumes on the Internet
Adult Sonny and Cher costumes are easy to find online, and I’ve even come across plus size Sonny and Cher costumes for big-boned flower children. But while having the outfits delivered to your door is more convenient, you can save some cash by making your own Sonny and Cher costumes.
How to Make Your Own Sonny and Cher Costumes
The singing duo weren’t defined by any specific outfits, which means you’ll have plenty of options when it comes time to generate Sonny and Cher costume ideas. The main thing to remember is the time period that they were popular--the ‘60s and ‘70s--and dress accordingly. You should be able to find plenty of items at your local thrift store.
For Sonny, the key to pulling off the look is his moustache and trademark hairstyle. He also liked to wear vests, so you might try adding one of those to the costume. I suggest those wooly vests that were popular long ago.
Cher, meanwhile, was known to show off her midriff at times, and her outfits often accentuated her long and lean physique. But the real key is her hair, which was worn long and straight. This look can be duplicated by seeking out a long black wig from the Halloween aisle of your local retailer. Or, if you prefer a more realistic look, you can do an online search for companies that specialize in wigs.
If you want to throw people a curve, you could also choose to wear Sonny and Cher costumes based on their later careers. A respectable suit and tie would be perfect for Sonny’s life as a politician, while Cher’s fashion choices only got more daring over the years. An online search for “Cher outfits” will turns up a wide array of jaw-dropping costume options.
Playing the Roles of Sonny and Cher
Getting into the roles of Sonny and Cher can help put your costumes over the top, and both performers have distinctive personalities to work with. Sonny Bono, for example, was usually the butt of the jokes, especially considering that Cher was much taller and better looking. Cher, meanwhile, made a long career out of being an independent woman who didn’t have to rely on a man.
If you’re dressed up as Sonny, try to smile a lot and play the role of the plucky underdog.
Cher, meanwhile, has always been fond of showing plenty of skin and demonstrating a feminist attitude. If you attend a costume party with someone dressed as Sonny Bono, be sure to kid him a lot about his height and looks (but always in a good-natured fashion).
As you can see, wearing Sonny and Cher costumes require more effort than other Halloween outfits. To really make the experience unique, you’ll need to known how to sing their most popular song, as well as sharpen your ability to engage in clever banter. If you can pull it off, though, the result will be a memorable moment in the history of your annual costume party.