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The teen heart throb known as Justin Bieber has transformed before our very eyes since he burst onto the scene in 2008. "He Who Shall Not Be Named On Twitter" has gone from a wholesome, bemused cutie-patootie to a public urinating, questionable tattoo-having bad boy. Also over time, his style choices have been drastically more daring, teetering on the edge of insane trolling. But between you and us, he didn't think up these wacky outfits on his own.
Celebrities have the ability to inspire fashion choices, as well as take cues from others. So it shouldn't be a shock that the Biebs has taken a style cue or two from others*. But it's who he's taken cues from that may have you in shock. Bieber hasn't gone down the conventiional road to grad ideas for his next outfit. Prepare to be in awe as we unveil Justin Bieber's Unlikely Style Inspirations.
*DISCLAIMER: This is a parody, so it's a work of fiction, duh.
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The Tin Man
When and where: July 2012, Los Angeles
Justin seems to be a bit heartless since his (initial) break-up with Selena Gomez. He lost his way down the yellow brick road, even deciding to give a harmless mop bucket a yellow shower. Hopefully his on again, off again relationship will take him to the promised land and maybe he'll drop the Tin Man suit.
Missy Elliott
When and where: October 2012, Los Angeles
You see, Justin thinks he's fly. He may even consider himself supa, dupa fly. But that can only be attributable to the infamous latex bubble outfit Missy Elliott graced the world with in her 1997 video for "The Rain" in which Justin obviously took a liking to.
Alex Mack
When and where: November 2012, Ottawa, Canada
Along with his various masks, Bieber likes to troll us from time to time wearing things like overalls to meet important people. Like the Prime Minister of his own country. He was only paying homage to one of his childhood faves, Alex Mack. Because honestly, where would he be without her?
Sperm
When and where: January 2013, San Antonio
Justin took it waaaaaay back with the inspiration for this one. I mean, he had to dig deep in his mind, and loins to find inspiration for the creamy white ensemble. I can only imagine how long he had to hold it in before he could drop crotch and blow this loaded performance onto all of his adoring fans.
Bane
When and where: February 2013, London
There are a lot of things Justin Bieber could do while wearing this mask, but it's obvious he took a cue from the evil, prison-born villain who almost ended Batman's existence; Bane. Could this be the instance that Justin decided he was going to slowly make his way to the darkside?
2Pac
When and where: March 2013, London
Bieber has slowly turned into a little Canadian outlaw. So, on this day, he definitely got dressed to emulate the late great Tupac in style and attitude. No way there was a coincidence they were both wearing all red, getting into a tiff with the paps, right? We think not.
Po
When and where: April 2013, Stockholm
There are times nowadays when Justin is all cuddly-wuddly. Like when he's taking after his favorite Teletubby, Po, rocking the all red jumpsuit, giggling and dancing for all of his adoring fans.
Selena Gomez
When and where: February 2013, London
What? You didn't think it was possible for Justin Bieber to wear some funky cheetah-print pants, inspired by Selena Gomez in an attempt to get her attention and win her back?
Rorschach
When and where: April 2013, Stockholm
Justin Bieber has been amongst the league leaders in most unneccessary mask this season alongside Kanye and 2Chainz. His most recent Chanel-masked ensemble included a black jacket and fedora, which you can also find on one of the darkest "heros" of all comics; Rorschach.
Marky Mark
When and where: July 2013, Instagram
It's tough to find a picture of Justin Bieber post-2012 with a shirt on. Which is miiighty reminiscent of Marky Mark (aka Mark Wahlberg) circa 1991. Plus the backwards cap and the visible tighty-whiteys are a dead giveaway. Does this mean he'll go the way of Marky Mark and drop music to pursue a pretty good acting career? America can only hope.