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How to Create an '80s Costume for Men

By eHow Fashion, Style & Personal Care Editor

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In the 1980s, Don Johnson and "Miami Vice" were part of the culture. Men and women loved the look of his slick Sonny Crockett character.

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Instructions

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Things You’ll Need:

White Children's T-shirts
Aviator-style Sunglasses
Miami Vice Soundtrack CDs Or Tape
Shampoos For Normal Hair
White Or Pastel Loose-fitting Men's Suits

Step1

Go a couple of days without shaving.

Step2

Let your hair get a bit shaggy, but keep it clean.

Step3

Put on a clean, white T-shirt.

Step4

Wear a white or pastel suit that's loose-fitting.

Step5

Slip into a pair of loafers, without socks.

Step6

Wear aviator-style sunglasses.

Tips & Warnings

Put on a CD or tape from Miami Vice's soundtrack while you're getting dressed.
The word "tie" is not even in your vocabulary.

Comments

Anonymous said

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on 8/8/2006 A mesh T-shirt, headband, short shorts or tight jeans. Add a pair of Adidas (with the 3 stripes).

Anonymous said

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on 11/22/2005 If you wanna go on the other side of things, wear an old Metallica shirt and get out your old jeans that are threadbare and you mom would have thrown out when you were a kid. Combat boots are a must too. One more thing: Don't forget a dog collar.