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11 Photos That Prove Chompiras Is a Global Fashion Icon
You remember Chompiras, the hapless cat burglar played by “Chespirito” creator Roberto Gómez Bolaños, right?
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Did you know he’s a FASHION ICON?
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Oh, it’s true. Look at Pharrell’s outfit at the 2015 MTV VMAs. That’s no mistake.
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Pharrell isn’t the only one inspired by Chompiras. Here’s Justin Timberlake with a formal take on Chompiras’ look:
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Don’t see it? OK, let’s add that signature Chompiras hat.
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Now you see it, don’t you?
Those horizontal stripes… the dark blazer… Chompiras IS EVERYWHERE. All you need to do is add that magical hat:
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His look is on the runways of Paris…
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The runways of Sweden…
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And the runways of Berlin…
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Actors, like Simon Pegg, have embraced it:
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Although it’s clear he really needs a beard to pull that look together.
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Much better!
Even Avan Jogia is rockin’ that Chompiras look!
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OK. I’ve never heard of Avan Jogia, but he’s wearing a dark blazer and a shirt with horizontal stripes, so play along. Please?!
Even Manny Pacquiao has embraced his inner Chompiras.
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— Bloomberg (@business) February 17, 2016
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He doesn’t need a hat because his hair is basically a helmet.
There you have it. Proof that Chompiras has inspired, and will continue to inspire, generation after generation. Now we just need Botijas to get a little love.
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