9 Ways To Work The Dad Look
90s dad fashion, here we come!
The dad look has taken over every storefront we know and love. So many of us have fallen for this laid-back, stolen-from-your-dad sorta look and we just can’t get enough. We’re talking about puffer jackets, oversized blazers, dad sneakers, and some OG dad brands like Fila.
Championed by streetwear stars and runway designers, dad style is getting the spotlight it deserves. Don’t believe us? Take a look ahead at these dads past and present, real and fictional while we break down the key looks to steal from your old man (and how to make them work for modern life).
Look 1: Weekend Dad
Presented By: Tom Selleck
Staples: Cuban collar shirts, flared jeans, comfy kicks and a cool car
Any father's wardrobe will contain at least one gaudy short-sleeve shirt but the key is finding a fun print that works for you.
Title A printed poplin shirt, Stella McCartney flared jeans, Gola bullet sneakers, Chiyome leather bag
Look 2: Leisure Dad
Presented By: Larry King
Staples: Track suits, clear aviators and a cheesy grin
There was probably a time when your father wore a track suit everywhere he went. And thanks to fancy brands like Chloé and Hermès, you can too.
Chloe silk-blend jersey sweater, Chloe rainbow stripe trousers, Filling Pieces classic sneakers, Oliver Peoples aviator sunglasses
-58%
Balenciaga
Pre-owned Womens Triple S Sneakers in Grey Polyurethane - Size UK 5
£367.00
£865.00
Secret Sales
-74%
Balenciaga
Pre-owned Womens Triple S Sneakers in Black Suede - Size UK 6
£211.00
£810.00
Secret Sales
Gabor
Talma Womens Trainers
£120.00
Amazon
-35%
Dolce & Gabbana
Daymaster leather sneakers - White
£374.00
£575.00
FARFETCH
Golden Goose
Dad Star Mesh Sneakers Size 41 Beige
£220.00
HEWI
Golden Goose
Dad-Star sneakers - Brown
£535.00
FARFETCH
Look 3: Business Casual Dad
Presented By: David Letterman
Staples: Wide leg khakis, sandy neutrals and too many gray T-shirts
We used to think skinny jeans would never retire, but that's all changed this year with wide legs re-emerging as the billowy trouser of choice for those in the know.
Miu Miu Metallic knit top, Alexander Wang culottes, Uniform Wares M40 watch, Robert Clergerie platform sandals
Look 4: Athletic Dad
Presented By: Tony Danza
Staples: Varsity stripes, sporty separates and anything red
If you were to ransack your dad's college locker, chances are you'd find some modern gems — especially if there was a sports championship involved.
Alexander Wang lace-up cable-knit sweater, J.W. Anderson leather bucket bag, Vince Camuto drop hoop earrings, Kenzo runway sandal, Rag & Bone striped silk skirt
-48%
Alexander McQueen
Alexander McQueen Pre-owned Womens Oversized Sneakers in Metallic Silver Leather - Size 39.5 EU/IT
£232.00
£450.00
Secret Sales
Charles & Keith
Khai Recycled Suede Ruched-Flap Side-Pocket Top Handle Bag Brown
£95.00
Charles & Keith
-74%
Off-white
Pre-owned Womens Nike x Off-White Dunk Low Lot 33 Sneakers in Grey Suede and Leather - Size UK 8
£253.00
£965.00
Secret Sales
-76%
Jimmy Choo London
Pre-owned Womens Studded Knee Boots in Black Suede - Size EU 38
£150.00
£627.00
Secret Sales
Maison Margiela
Sports Jacket Dress Black
£1,450.00
Labels
Look 5: Carpool Dad
Presented By: Jerry Seinfeld
Staples: Relaxed fit jeans, white button down, Nike sneakers and a baseball cap
Most dads base their daily uniform purely on comfort and practicality. But now fashionably high tech and retro sneakers have become a fully accepted style move—even with jeans.
Christopher Kane embellished cotton shirt, Gents cashmere blend cap, Sonia Rykiel embellished jean shorts, Maison Martin Margiela sunglasses, Nike roshe sneakers
Look 6: Date Night Dad
Presented By: Kurt Russell
Staples: A sharp blazer, graphic tee, sexy shoes and perfect hair
Some call this the de facto uniform of nerds and execs who made their money in Facebook stock but never underestimate how sharp a well-fitted tee and blazer can look.
Étoile Isabel Marant charcoal blazer, Frame Denim printed T-shirt, Jour/Ne wide leg jeans, Marc Jacobs recruit wallet, Casadei stiletto sandals
-57%
Fila
Disruptor M Low Womens Silver Trainers - Size UK 3.5
£51.99
£119.99
Secret Sales
Fila
Fila Womens Disruptor II Premium Sneakers White 9
£109.40
Amazon
-51%
Fila
Disruptor II Patches Womens White Trainers Leather - Size UK 3.5
£53.99
£109.99
Secret Sales
-40%
Ellesse
Womens Black Hooded Coat - Size X-Large
£53.99
£89.99
Secret Sales
-38%
Ellesse
COATS & JACKETS - Jackets on YOOX.COM Orange
£62.00
£100.00
Yoox.com
-42%
Ellesse
Hucknall Womens Black Padded Jacket - Size 12 UK
£57.99
£99.99
Secret Sales
-40%
Ellesse
TOPWEAR - Sweatshirts on YOOX.COM White
£29.00
£48.00
Yoox.com
-41%
Ellesse
Slyva Padded Womens Teal Parka Jacket - Size 12 UK Blue
£55.99
£94.99
Secret Sales
-30%
Ellesse
Womens Etchemin Slim Tee - Light Blue - Size: 12
£17.50
£25.00
lovethesales
-30%
Ellesse
Womens Pejo Padded Jacket - Black - Size 16 UK
£56.00
£80.00
Secret Sales
-30%
Ellesse
Womens Torices OH Hoody - Black - Size: 20
£35.00
£50.00
lovethesales
-42%
Champion
Womens Jacket Down Womans Black Polyamide - Size Medium
£74.99
£129.99
Secret Sales
-20%
Champion
Tommy cropped sweatshirt - Neutrals Beige
£228.00
£285.00
FARFETCH
Champion
embroidered-logo hoodie - Purple
£100.00
FARFETCH
-24%
Champion
FOOTWEAR - Trainers on YOOX.COM White
£41.00
£54.00
Yoox.com
