What to Wear to Neon Nightmares: A Totally Tubular 80s Murder Mystery

The Electric Flamingo, a premier neon-soaked nightclub in Miami, 1986.

Sterling Silver, The Washed-Up Rocker

A leather jacket over a mesh shirt, tight zebra-print pants, and a bandana around a wild, permed wig. Carry a prop guitar pick or a cassette tape.

Crystal Cassidy, The Aerobics Queen

Neon spandex leggings, a high-cut leotard, leg warmers, and a bright scrunchie in a high side-ponytail. Carry a water bottle and a sweatband.

Chad Chisel, The Wall Street Jock

A pastel polo shirt with the collar popped, a sweater tied over the shoulders, and pleated khakis. Carry a brick-sized mobile phone and a tennis racket.

Vanessa Velour, The Club Manager

A power suit with massive shoulder pads, a sharp bob haircut, and heavy gold jewelry. Carry a clipboard and a walkie-talkie.

Dexter Digital, The Tech Whiz

Thick-rimmed glasses with tape on the bridge, a pocket protector, and an oversized graphic t-shirt. Carry a floppy disk and a digital watch.

Roxanne Rhythms, The Pop Star

A denim jacket covered in neon pins, lace gloves, blue eyeshadow, and big hair with a headband. Carry a prop microphone and a gold record.

Mickey Malibu, The Music Video Director

Wear a pastel blazer with the sleeves pushed up, a graphic t-shirt, and designer sunglasses (even indoors). Carry a director's viewfinder or just constantly frame shots with your hands.

Tiffany Towers, The Soap Opera Diva

Wear a glamorous, sequined evening gown with enormous shoulder pads and even bigger hair. Carry a long, empty cigarette holder for dramatic gesturing.

Indigo Ink, The Gossip Columnist

Dress in a stylish, all-black ensemble with a pop of neon color, like a tie or scarf. Carry a small notepad and a pen, and conspicuously take notes when people are talking.

Flash Falcon, The Action Movie Star

Wear a tight-fitting tank top under a leather vest to show off your muscles, along with camouflage pants and combat boots. Carry a pair of aviator sunglasses.

Brandi Burgundy, The Jilted Backup Singer

Rock a punk-inspired look with ripped fishnets, a leather miniskirt, and a band t-shirt. Tease your hair high and wear heavy, dark eyeliner.

Jamie Jupiter, The Club Kid

Wear something completely over-the-top and homemade: think neon fabrics, plastic tubing, glitter, and maybe even battery-powered lights. Platform shoes and wild, colorful makeup are a must.

Donny Dollars, The Nightclub Rival

Wear a shiny, ill-fitting suit with a shirt unbuttoned way too low to show off a forest of gold chains. Slick your hair back and carry a fat roll of fake cash to flash around.

Alex Arcade, The Video Game Designer

Wear a nerdy graphic t-shirt, high-waisted jeans, and a calculator watch. Carry a handheld electronic game or a Rubik's Cube to fidget with.

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