Was Comedic Genius Robin Williams the Founding Father of Dad Style? An Investigation
In celebration of the late, great Robin Williams, join me in this investigation. I have found photographic proof that leads me to believe Robin Williams is the father of what we now commonly refer to as "Dad Style." While scrolling through the Internet, I was thrilled to discover photo evidence of a very fashionable Mr. Williams. From chunky sneakers to BAPE button-ups, it's all truly giving me Instagram Hypebeast vibes.
Am I saying Robin Williams would've waited in a Supreme line? Absolutely not, but he might've worn a signature box-logo tee or five-panel cap from time-to-time. Swipe through these photos and decide for yourself! Regardless, we'll always remember Robin Williams as a man who was way ahead of his time.
![Exhibit A: Robin Williams In A BAPE Button-Up and Nike Dunk High SB's](https://media1.popsugar-assets.com/files/thumbor/1jXVqdg2-aWbiATe9YFULchTw4A=/fit-in/792x1537/filters:format_auto():upscale()/2018/07/18/806/n/1922564/f797b5b07b092c4c_GettyImages-971691.jpg)
Exhibit A: Robin Williams In A BAPE Button-Up and Nike Dunk High SB's
Witness Williams going full dadcore in this classic Bathing Ape camo button-up, cream parachute shorts, and Nike Dunk High SB's, possibly in a very rare GOOGLE colourway. All he's missing are some tiny coloured sunglasses!
![Exhibit B: Robin Williams in Full Flame-Tones](https://media1.popsugar-assets.com/files/thumbor/vds8S34cCnu0E8mO6U5cSKFx0rs=/fit-in/792x1160/filters:format_auto():upscale()/2018/07/18/157/n/1922564/229c28cec0456ff3_GettyImages-80091134.jpg)
Exhibit B: Robin Williams in Full Flame-Tones
Serving us extreme Guy Fieri/Smash Mouth singer meets your local skater-boy vibes. This unidentifiable 1999 flame button-up offsets his otherwise tame khaki cargo pants. Clearly an excellent outfit choice by Williams.
![Exhibit C: Robin Williams Possibly in A Fanny Pack](https://media1.popsugar-assets.com/files/thumbor/N1Q2x9Mfh-rdVbrkjoRl1aNic5I=/fit-in/792x1188/filters:format_auto():upscale()/2018/07/18/808/n/1922564/75fbcf1ad953a518_GettyImages-1145094.jpg)
Exhibit C: Robin Williams Possibly in A Fanny Pack
I can neither confirm nor deny that that's a crossbody fanny pack.
![Exhibit D: Robin Williams In a Chrome Industries Messenger Bag](https://media1.popsugar-assets.com/files/thumbor/kdNUqBBPsmZYY30inyJH-UhLbcE=/fit-in/792x1192/filters:format_auto():upscale()/2018/07/18/809/n/1922564/34d49bd6daf3851a_GettyImages-78712717.jpg)
Exhibit D: Robin Williams In a Chrome Industries Messenger Bag
Here's Robin William leaving Ed Sullivan Theatre after taping The Late Show with David Letterman, wearing a busy graphic print windbreaker and a Chrome Industries messenger bag over his suit! Are you with me yet?
![Exhibit E: The Full Head-to-Toe Look](https://media1.popsugar-assets.com/files/thumbor/hPXh_41-xAfIGhjVli1ND6QRJTQ=/fit-in/792x1200/filters:format_auto():upscale()/2018/07/20/137/n/1922564/1885054e790beb3f_GettyImages-453503640.jpg)
Exhibit E: The Full Head-to-Toe Look
Yes, those may be Limited Edition Adidas Superstar 80s REPS x SNS x Patta x ARs or some other similar Superstar style.
![Exhibit F: Robin Williams In An Oversize Parka and a Kangol-style Hat](https://media1.popsugar-assets.com/files/thumbor/Sm09orLF3lkGqAZg6ZSxr1YPf5Q=/fit-in/792x1217/filters:format_auto():upscale()/2018/07/18/809/n/1922564/57beea6f3ac1638a_GettyImages-690150.jpg)
Exhibit F: Robin Williams In An Oversize Parka and a Kangol-style Hat
Sure, this look is practical and cosy, but a Kangol-esque hat and oversize parka is extremely '90s dad.
![Exhibit G: Robin Williams with Bleach Blonde Hair](https://media1.popsugar-assets.com/files/thumbor/CQRjAMJAdvBA9SIggD_DLqCCmfQ=/fit-in/792x1279/filters:format_auto():upscale()/2018/07/18/810/n/1922564/3ab993ae76e72d86_GettyImages-1318217.jpg)
Exhibit G: Robin Williams with Bleach Blonde Hair
He might have only had bleach blonde hair for his role in 1-Hour Photo, but these baggy cargo pants are so skater that I can't even comprehend.
![Exhibit H: Robin William in Camo-Print with a Bike](https://media1.popsugar-assets.com/files/thumbor/PJGpW73EAvGIdZivHhrxg6HOeak=/fit-in/792x798/filters:format_auto():upscale()/2018/07/18/945/n/1922564/99e72e6b599b1a3e_GettyImages-57100569.jpg)
Exhibit H: Robin William in Camo-Print with a Bike
Once again, Williams is breaking out the camo-print for practical reasons but sporting it well, and this time with a very Brooklyn fashion accessory.
![Exhibit I: Robin Williams in a Matching Tennis Outfit](https://media1.popsugar-assets.com/files/thumbor/5EzDPUZIgJe_loBKfCnKbILGd-I=/fit-in/792x1170/filters:format_auto():upscale()/2018/07/18/810/n/1922564/965d6c480cc4d281_GettyImages-72571682.jpg)
Exhibit I: Robin Williams in a Matching Tennis Outfit
I truly cannot look away from this image, he's head-to-toe drippin' dad swag. The oversize graphic tee with matching cargo shorts and the chunky muted tennis shoes with the high-rise sock are so sick. I wish I could snag a pair of those sneakers right now.
![Exhibit J: Robin Williams In A Bucket Hat!](https://media1.popsugar-assets.com/files/thumbor/GDVPiMKSWP2bSRTZExDogzUUnG0=/fit-in/792x1109/filters:format_auto():upscale()/2018/07/18/184/n/1922564/d110af93483dad45_GettyImages-453503576.jpg)
Exhibit J: Robin Williams In A Bucket Hat!
Just needed to make sure you saw him in this Enyce by Sean Diddy Combs bucket hat.
![Exhibit K: Another BAPE T-shirt plus a Solid Stance!](https://media1.popsugar-assets.com/files/thumbor/LOqugyAKxcgkDWWJ1EmCVY4jMS8=/fit-in/792x1188/filters:format_auto():upscale()/2018/07/18/945/n/1922564/2d6e1fc5edb039aa_GettyImages-72531173.jpg)
Exhibit K: Another BAPE T-shirt plus a Solid Stance!
"You know I had to do it to 'em." - Robin Williams, 2006*
*Not really, unfortunately.