Style Tips You Can Learn From "Ferris Bueller's Day Off"

Amazing sartorial cues from the classic '80s flick.

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Exactly 27 years ago from today, we were introduced to a precocious young man who was wise and stylish beyond his years. Ferris Bueller taught an entire generation how to appreciate life, love, and look good while doing it. During a zany day zipping around Chicago with his best friend and girlfriend, Ferris took life head-on and made America fall in love with a philosophy that was the prototype of YOLO. 

If a guy is wise enough to tell us, “Life moves pretty fast. If you don't stop and look around once in a while, you could miss it,” then you could probably take some style cues from him, too. Even though nearly three decades have passed, these are Style Tips You Can Learn From "Ferris Bueller's Day Off."

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A buttoned up trench coat and bucket hat give you that very fresh secret spy look.

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Hockey jerseys are the current trendiest way to put on for your city.

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Everyone needs a solid collection of white T-shirts.

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Doubling up on a belt and suspenders is not necessary, but is kind of a bawse move.

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A good pair of sunglasses makes anyone look cooler.

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A robe will elevate your cozy boy status to advanced levels.

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Printed shirts let everyone know that you're not afraid to stand out.

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Everyone looks a little more badass with a mohawk.

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A classic leather jacket is an absolute necessity in any wardrobe.

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Round frames will make you look smarter than you actually are.

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Taking style risks can pay off if you have a IDGAF attitude.

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Florals are the best pattern possible for swim trunks.

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Every guy should have a personal wardrobe staple that they can rock with anything else.

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A traditional, conservative double breasted suit can give you the appearance required to manage Chicago's fanciest restaurant.

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Everyone should have at least one outfit that gives them rockstar swagger, even if it's alone in their room.

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White clothes can work after Labor Day and at all times of the year.

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Putting a weird print on a nerdy garment is a unique way to pull it off.

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Clothes look their best when you're having an incredible time in them.

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