’80s fashion is coming back around (it’s true!), so we’ve decided to pay tribute to some of the most fashionable films of the decade. Last week, we went into depth on the fashion from Desperately Seeking Susan, and now we’re back with a Sixteen Candles fashion guide.

This iconic John Hughes film follows Samantha, played by ’80s darling Molly Ringwald, on the day of her sixteenth birthday — which she is shocked to find that her entire family has forgotten. This is all because Samantha’s older sister is getting married the next day.

Nevertheless, some magical things do happen to Samantha on her birthday. She makes new friends, falls in love with the most popular boy in school, and gets to wear her now-iconic pink dress.

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This film is the perfect thing to watch on a school day after doing homework: It’s a great cozy film filled with teen movie cliches. But the best part of the film as far as we’re concerned is its ’80s fashion inspo. And that’s what we’re foucsing on today.

Below you can find three outfits all inspired by Samantha’s style in Sixteen Candles. To get inspired, just keep reading!

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Sixteen Candles Fashion: Turning Sixteen

Even though she’s upset that everyone has forgotten her birthday, Samantha still pulls together a super stylish outfit for the day. She wears a few classic ’80s trends, including a cropped off the shoulder t-shirt and a pleated skater skirt.

Samantha’s daytime look is a mix of girly and edgy, perfect for a sixteen year old who is discovering her own sense of style.

Products: Skirt – Modcloth, Top – H&M, Cardigan – ASOS, Shoes – ASOS, Hat – Modcloth, Bracelet – ASOS