How to Create an '80s Costume for Men

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.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

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

1. Go a couple of days without shaving.

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

3. Put on a clean, white T-shirt.

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

5. Slip into a pair of loafers, without socks.

6. 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.

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

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.

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