80s Outfit Ideas for Men: 6 Looks that Read as 1986
September 14, 2026 · Lunara
The men's side of the 1986 photo is simpler than the women's: a big jacket, a plain tee, trousers that sit high, and one loud thing. These six looks are built entirely from the men's 1986 Collection.
1. Colour-block track jacket and straight jeans
The jacket everyone is generating. A colour-block track jacket or windbreaker worn open over a white tee, straight or snow-wash jeans and white trainers. Nothing else. The jacket is the outfit.
2. Leather bomber and knit vest
A moto or lapel leather bomber over an argyle sweater vest and a plain shirt, with slim tapered trousers. The collar goes up.
3. Denim trucker, white trousers, aviators
A Type III denim trucker buttoned to the chest, white straight-leg trousers and gold-wire aviators. The summer version of the decade.
4. Pleats and a loud shirt
Pleated gurkha or side-adjuster trousers, a paisley or pop-art camp shirt worn open over a tee, and a brass-buckle belt. The tailoring half of 1986.
5. The shell suit
Jacket and trousers in matching panelled shell fabric with a plain white tee. It only works if you commit; read the shell suit and windbreaker guide for fit and sizing.
6. Varsity jacket and a test-card tee
A stand-collar varsity jacket over a graphic tee, black straight-leg trousers and a retro LED digital watch. The easiest one to wear every day.
Sizing note
Cut wide through the body and shoulder by design. Size down if you want it closer; most men stay true to size. Free worldwide shipping and 30-day returns on everything.
