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When we found out actor Mark-Paul Gossellar was celebrating his birthday today, we couldn't help but think back to his days as Zack Morris on the hit TV show, Saved by the Bell.
Could you blame us? Style in the '90s was great, partly thanks to characters like Morris. For years, he provided us with endless style inspiration, whether it was with his choice of button-down shirts, knitted sweaters, or his signature Converse Cons ERX 15. Before guys started dressing like menswear bloggers and Tumblr dudes, Morris was king. So, in honor of Mr. Gossellar's bornday, we watched all four seasons of Saved by the Bell and took note of Zack Morris' Best Outfits. Click through to see the glory.
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Season 1 Episode 4
The beginning of his extensive collection of sweaters—one that would give Drizzy Drake a run for his dinero.
Season 1 Episode 4
He's probably like, "Poor A.C. and his cast. At least I look good."
Season 1 Episode 7
It takes a special kind of guy to wear a pink polo with polka dots and striped denim at the same damn time.
Season 1 Episode 7
Guys, if you want to impress girls dress like Romeo... Or take the easier route and just memorize the easiest Shakespeare quotes.
Season 1 Episode 8
No high school uniform for Zack; he (almost) only wore striped shirts.
Season 1 Episode 10
Some of you may be laughing right now, and chances are it's because you owned one of those striped shirts as well.
Season 1 Episode 11
His shirt is a little reminiscent of a Ralph Laure Rugby shirt, no? R.I.P, Rugby.
Season 1 Episode 12
Zack was also an endorser of the suit and tie look. But of course, in true Morris fashion, he wore a printed tie.
Season 1 Episode 12
Probably cooking up a prank in a pretty cool varsity jacket, no less.
Season 1 Episode 13
The whole graphic-tee-under-a-button-down thing was another one of his signature looks.
Season 2 Episode 2
The battle of the prints. Who do you think won?
Season 2 Episode 3
There were a few notable outfits in this episode, including this sweater. Extra points for the monochromatic look.
Season 2 Episode 3
Different day, different striped shirt.
Season 2 Episode 4
Like dude you totally weren't doing it right if your whole outfit didn't match... Or if you didn't dance on couches with a broomstick in your hand.
Season 2 Episode 4
We're pretty sure Urban Outfitters still sells shirts like this.
Season 2 Episode 7
Mr. Morris was a big supporter of denim on denim. Who would have ever thought the trend would make a comeback more than a decade later?
Season 2 Episode 9
The guy behind him was definitely calling around for this shirt. "Zack Morris wore a striped button down, so I want a striped button down."
Season 2 Episode 12
Zack Morris and A.C. Slater always tried to one-up each other, especially when it came to Kelly Kapowski. We know in the end that Zack did get the girl, but we think he also beat Slater in the style department.
Season 2 Episode 14
He's smiling because he stole one of Bill Cosby's sweaters.
Season 2 Episode 15
The red flannel breaks up the Canadian tuxedo vest nicely. And Kelly seems impressed, so that's a great sign.
Season 3 Episode 3
Can someone just rename the Converse Cons ERX 150 to the Zack Morris shoes already?
Season 3 Episode 9
It's quite possible that Zack owned every printed shirt that ever existed.
Season 3 Episde 9
See what we mean? Russell Westbrook definitely took a few style notes, or got his hands on Zack's old shirts.
Season 3 Episode 14
Another button down shirt, this time with pink collars for, you know, that pop of color.
Season 3 Episode 15
In this episode, the cheerleaders tried to raise money for new uniforms and, as such, organized a date auction. The thirst for Zack (and his fair isle knit) was real.
Season 3 Episode 17
"Just took another one of Bill's sweaters."
Season 3 Episode 18
Well, what would the 90s be without shoulder pads?
Season 3 Episode 21
Proof that bomber jackets were always cool. Chances are some of you might even have something similar now.
Season 3 Episode 24
This guy loves his striped shirts... and homemade cookies.
Season 4 Episode 3
Probably explaining the importance of prints and patterns to one's wardrobe.
Season 4 Episode 5
Zack helped Lisa Turtle put together a fashion show to get her into FIT. That led to this Navajo jacket, and a kiss from Lisa. Of course Screech found out, but we'll leave that for a different slide.
Season 4 Episode 6
Preppies everywhere attempted to recreate this look, for sure.
Season 4 Episode 12
His girl, Tori, doesn't seem the slightest bit impressed, but Zack doesn't give one fuck. He supports the nautical look.
Season 4 Episode 23
Sometimes, your friends just aren't as stylish as you are. Zack must be thinking about how he can burn Slater's purple turtleneck.