Miley Cyrus brought both rockstar grit and high-fashion glamour to the SNL50: The Homecoming Concert and The Anniversary Special, proving once again that her archival era is far from over. Let’s break down her looks.
SNL50: The Homecoming Concert – Red Carpet
Miley stepped out in not one, but two Roberto Cavalli looks for the Homecoming Concert. And yes, thankfully, she ditched that jellyfish hairstyle from the Grammys, because it wasn’t giving what her Dolly Parton moment did. Her first look—a sheer black tulle dress with black leather appliqués mimicking giant wings—was peak rock-chick energy. It was dark, dramatic, and 100% Miley. We love when she leans into her edgy side without losing the glamour.
SNL50: The Homecoming Concert – On Stage
On stage, Miley kept things playful and nostalgic in a Roberto Cavalli Spring 2004 leather patchwork dress. The crisscross pattern, skinny straps, and metallic embellishments added a rockstar edge, while the sculpted bodice flowed into a fringed skirt for that perfect Y2K vibe. Miley, once again, proves she’s the queen of archival with a side of attitude. You may remember that this dress was previously worn by Meadow Walker at the GQ Men of the Year 2024 party.
SNL50: The Anniversary Special – Red Carpet
Miley’s Jean Paul Gaultier Spring 2009 Haute Couture one-sleeve tuxedo dress? Absolute Perfection. The structured silhouette, with its sharp lapel detailing and asymmetric sleeve, felt like a love letter to power dressing with a high-fashion twist. It was sleek, sophisticated, and dripping in that signature JPG edge we adore. Honestly, this is one of her strongest fashion moments in a while because it felt elevated without losing that rebellious Miley spirit. She balanced edge and elegance so effortlessly. De Beers jewels completed her look.
SNL50: The Anniversary Special – On Stage
Miley stepped on stage to perform Nothing Compares 2 U in a custom Gucci purple sequin gown that demanded attention. The all-over sequins were pure disco-ball fantasy, shimmering under the stage lights and making sure every move sparkled. The draped, cut-out silhouette gave us a little rock ‘n’ roll edge, but it was the gold bamboo ring detail at the neckline—a nod to Gucci’s iconic heritage—that really pulled the look together. It felt glamorous, sultry, and celebratory, which was perfect for an occasion as iconic as SNL50.
Stylist: Bradley Kenneth.
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