Nicolas Cage’s character H.I. McDunnough in Raising Arizona is a wild, lovable ex-con whose style is just as memorable as his antics. His Hawaiian shirt and messy charm have become an iconic piece of 80s movie fashion. Here’s how to recreate the outfit.
1. Coral Postcard Tropics Pocket Hawaiian Shirt
The star of the look is his Coral Postcard Tropics Pocket Hawaiian Shirt covered with large yellow and pink hibiscus prints. Loose-fitting and bold, it perfectly matches H.I.’s chaotic personality.
2. Long-Sleeve Undershirt
Underneath, he wears a white waffle-knit long-sleeve shirt, layered for that lived-in, blue-collar practicality.
3. Blue Jeans
His pants are high-waisted medium-wash jeans — simple, straight-cut, and perfectly in line with his everyman aesthetic.
4. Shoes
H.I. wears sturdy black work shoes, fit for running from both police and parental responsibility.
5. Accessory
Top it off with a retro black digital watch (Casio-style) to complete the 1980s working man energy.
Bonus: The Hair & Mustache
The wild hair and mustache are essential to the character — messy, unkempt, and just a little larger than life.
Conclusion
To recreate the H.I. McDunnough outfit, you’ll need:
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Orange floral Hawaiian shirt
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White waffle long-sleeve undershirt
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Blue jeans
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Black work shoes
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Digital wristwatch
It’s an unforgettable look — equal parts outlaw and everyman — that perfectly embodies the chaos and charm of Nicolas Cage’s H.I.
