A lot has been said about how the universe works, but hidden in all the chaos are truly epic moments. When you think about it, the world is a pretty funny place, depending on how you look at it. There are always unbelievably cool things happening all around us. Thanks to a few smartphone-wielding folks, we have endless lists of laugh-worthy photos floating around the internet.
Most of these everyday encounters would seem mundane on any given day, but once they end up online, some are hilarious enough to rival the best stand-up comedy sets. Much to the detriment of the poor souls caught up in these faux pas moments; we present to you this list of funny fashion comparisons.
The Teacher Or The Stylishly Pink Highlighter Pen?
We've all been stuck in a painfully boring class that seemed to last an eternity. With our focus trained on anything other than the lesson, most of us momentarily became rockstars who coined the greatest hits of our minds while others turned into artists whose doodles could rival Picasso's creations in a different universe.
Then there's this guy who just caught wind of a comical coincidence. The showdown between the pink highlighter pen and his teacher's outfit must have been enough to help him make it through the lesson. If you've watched the "Incredibles," she conjures up images of Edna Mode.
Justin Timberlake Or The Pooch Noodle?
The bevy of Nsync fans won't take too kindly to this one, but Justin Timberlake just met his match in this adorably cute pooch. JT and the boy band he headlined commanded the airwaves for the better part of the late '90s/early 2000s. They had the moves and talent but looking back now; their look didn't age too well.
To think that at one point, teen boys must have flocked to the barber asking for a similar ramen noodle hairdo inspired by Timberlake. The hilariously sad fact is that this was a reality because celebrities have long been considered trendsetters, and JT is no exception.
When You Need To Hide From The Cops
Trends come and go, but some, like men's plaid shirts, always seem to transcend the test of time. Well, someone must have loved the plaid print enough to plaster it all over these woven plastic bags. We had to do a double-take on this photo which spawned the popular "hiding from the cops" meme. The guy is almost entirely camouflaged sitting next to the two plaid-patterned carrier bags.
A fun fact about these woven plastic bags is the fact that they go by different names across the globe. You'll hear them called the Chinese woven bags, check-check bags, pattern woven bags, Osuofia bags, zipped jumbo laundry bags, or a list of other names depending on who you ask.
The Weeknd Or The Purrrfect Cat Dad?
A fun weekend spent indoors watching the MTV Music Video Awards must have given this cat dad a light bulb moment. His beloved furry friend perched on his head instantly gave him a Weeknd-inspired hairdo. Unless you are a cat person, the rest of us can't shake off the image of what would happen if the feline wasn't in the mood and decided to claw its way out of the situation.
Speaking of The Weeknd, he mastered the art of being a hair chameleon since breaking into the scene. In October 2016, the "Starboy" hitmaker reinvented his look by ditching the locs for a short fro which he's kept since then.
When You Discover That You Are Tissue-Box-Ready
It was at this moment that this guy discovered he had what it takes to be the next box of tissues. All jokes aside, this is a guy who doesn't himself seriously and was brave enough to subject himself to the internet hall of fame. Taking a walk down memory lane, disposable tissues date back to the 1900s.
With a shortage of cotton and an urgent need for surgical bandages, the Kimberly-Clark company came up with a substitute. They invented a super-absorbent product called Cellucotton which soon replaced cotton bandages. After the war ended, the surpluses of Cellucotton were used to produce the glamour product we now know as the Kleenex tissues.
Kim Kardashian Or The Regular Sack Of Onions?
Kim Kardashian and her siblings are also considered fashionistas who are known to dress to the nines at any given opportunity. In this case, Kim made a bold statement that looks like it was inspired by an ordinary kitchen vegetable. Kim's sheer outfit on this occasion brings up images of a sack of onions.
She nailed the look, but it didn't stop the internet from turning her ensemble into a meme. Perhaps she was going for the strength factor, much like Greek athletes who participated in the earlier Olympic Games. They reportedly drunk pounds of pure onion juice and rubbed it all over their bodies before competitions. We imagine their breath alone was enough to defeat their rival.
Nicki Minaj Or Cotton Candy
Nicki Minaj is yet another celebrity known for her outlandish sense of style. She gravitates towards colorfully bizarre head-to-toe looks and has practically donned looks reflecting every color of the rainbow. When she rocked a pink hairdo, she pulled it off only that it also gave off cotton candy vibes.
Speaking of cotton candy, one sweet fact about the delicious treat is that it goes by many names. In France, they call it daddy's beard, while Australians know it as Fairy Floss. The folks in China refer to it as dragon's beard, while in the Netherlands, you'll need to ask for some sugar spider.
Man's Colorful Sweater Or The Taco Bell Backrest?
One grandma and her knitting skills must be behind this colorful sweater. There's a reason why most regular people only throw them on for the annual Christmas family photo. Perhaps this guy missed the memo, or he simply loves the sweater. His face says it all; he immediately regretted wearing it to Taco Bell.
Regardless of how most of us feel about grandma-knitted sweaters, Vladimir Kostov can thank one particularly thick woolen pullover for saving his life. A former radio editor and Bulgarian defector, Vladimir survived an assassination attempt when a poisoned dart failed to breach the thick strands of his sweater.
Justin Beiber Or The Uber Trendy Baby
Justin Beiber can't seem to catch a break on the meme train; if he's not attempting to eat a burrito the wrong way, then he's probably wearing a questionable pair of pants. Low-slung pants are amongst the list of trends that should have never happened, and this wildly funny comparison explains it all.
Walking down the streets in 2021, something must have caught your attention. Low-rise jeans are back in trend, and we dare say that they look pretty cool. Those of us who endured high school in the 2000s are quite familiar with this trend. For reference, think back to the pairs of mid-riff exposing jeans the likes of Brittney Spears and Jessica Simpson rocked at that time.
Stylishly Floored Grandma Or The Ordinary Carpet?
Most of us have grandmas that we dearly love, and if there's one thing they share, they can come up with quite interesting creations. Some simply whip up delectable treats and pass the recipes down to their grandkids. Others are skilled seamstresses who can transform the excess curtain fabric they bought into gowns and other articles of clothing.
Take this grandma, for instance; she must have loved the print on her carpet so much that she went out and got a dress with the exact pattern. Knowing how the universe works, perhaps it's just a downright sheer coincidence. Even better, she saw the humor in it and didn't mind lying down on the floor to have this photo taken.
Heidi Klum's Car Wash Brush-Inspired Look
For a woman who makes a living in the modeling world, it's expected that Heidi Klum is in touch with the industry's latest trends. While she left her runway days behind, she outdoes herself whenever she steps on a red carpet. A case in point is when she worked the red carpet during the 2014 Creative Arts Emmy Awards wearing a '70s disco-inspired frock designed by Sean Kelly.
The cobalt blue gown with all its fringes isn't the worst runway outfit we've seen only that it reminds us of a car wash brush. Klum redeemed herself with subsequent spotlight-stealing choices like the gorgeous Elie Saab number for the 2021 LuisaViaRoma for Unicef gala.
Would It Be Rude To Call Him Patty Head?
Picture this guy asking for opinions about his new hairdo online. We imagine that most people couldn't sugarcoat it because it resembles a meat patty. On the positive side, the style and color suit him, but he probably didn't keep it for too long. That's because no average American who knows the guy and chows down a hamburger at least three times a week would have let it slide.
Besides the incredible number of hamburgers Americans consume on average, there are plenty of other interesting facts about the sandwich. Louis Laven is believed to have come up with the hamburger as we know it in New Haven, Connecticut, back in the 1900s. McDonald's sells a reported 75 hamburgers with each passing second.
Nicki Minaj Or Sassy Mrs. Potato Head?
Nicki Minaj can't catch a break with the memes, but again, it's largely because of her over-the-top looks. On this particular occasion, she was looking all kinds of fierce just like Mrs. Potato from "Toy Story." From the lip color to the purple eyeshadow and eyebrows; the resemblance is uncanny.
Revisiting the highest-grossing movie released in 1995, Mrs. Potato Head wasn't in the original film. She made her debut in the second "Toy Story" movie and Estelle Harris is the voice behind the lovable starchy character. She was depicted in the films as someone who always loses parts including one eye and ear.
A Cute Or Chilling Sight?
This one is simply adorable and perhaps one year earlier, the kid might have matched the height of the yellow fire hydrant. In contrast, horror movie fans will quickly point out that different conditions would have turned this photo into something entirely chilling.
The only thing that's missing is a red balloon and the picture would have been a recreation of the poster for the 2017 screen adaptation of Stephen King's "It: Chapter One." Anyone who has watched the "It" films possibly can't help but replay the iconic scene that starts with the red balloon floating up. Naturally, the kid chases after it only to end up ensnared by the freakishly terrifying Pennywise.
When Fashion Cracks You Up
We've seen it all on the red carpet, and the statement largely refers to the time when Lady Gaga set the bar quite high with her 2010 MTV VMAs meat dress. Perhaps Taraji P. Henson set out to top Gaga's record with her outfit for the 2016 BET Awards.
There's no denying it, she looked incredible in the ensemble but it sure did crack us up when the comparison surfaced online. The silver details on the sheer skirt make the entire garb resembles a cracked phone screen. A Steven Khalil creation, the bodysuit outfit didn't only give her a winning look but she also took home the best actress award.
Rihanna Or Princess Peter Griffin?
Rihanna captured our imaginations when she attended the 2015 Grammys wearing a voluminous pink ball gown that truly made her look like a princess. Her strapless Giambattista Valli look even caught the attention of the team of animators who make the magic happen on "Family Guy." They decided to give it a unique take with Peter Griffith wearing the outfit.
It wasn't the first time the show's animators cheekily stole one of Rihanna's red carpet ensembles for Peter Griffith. They also dressed the animated character in a similar see-through gown that the "What's My Name" crooner wore to the 2014 Council of Fashion Designers of America Awards.
Zayn Malik Or The Perfectly Swirled Ice Cream Cone?
At the risk of offending One Direction fans, the group was essentially a more modern version of '90s bands like the Backstreet Boys and Nsync. Much their predecessors, the members of the group were known for their vocal abilities and not exactly for being trendsetters.
Not to say that they didn't look like pop stars, only that regular guys probably wouldn't pull off their style as effortlessly. Zayn Malik's part-blonde experiment is a perfect example. Someone realized that it's reminiscent of a perfectly swirled ice cream cone. In Zayn's case, it looks like someone took a sizable bite off the top.
Guy With A Cartoonish Sense Of Style Or Cartman?
Ladies and gentlemen, we've finally found the real-life Cartman, or at least that's how it seems. Minus the yellow mittens, the red jacket the guy is wearing paired with the yellow and blue hat plus the brown pants argues the case. Maybe the guy is headed to a cosplay gathering or a "South Park" convention. Perhaps there's a simple explanation, it's just a coincidence.
Whatever the case, we imagine that this guy wouldn't want to be associated with the animated character. Cartman is portrayed as a villain of sorts who has committed just about every unimaginable crime that would leave Hannibal Lecter green with envy.
Beyonce vs Strawberry Candy
Before Queen Bey fans get buzzing, we can all agree that Beyonce is a true style icon. She falls in the category of trendsetters because her peers in the industry have been sported rocking some of her jaw-dropping looks on the red carpet. Some of these instances include the gown that Kim Kardashian wore to the 2015 Met Gala which mirrored one that Beyonce wore in 2012.
However, in this instance, it appears as if Beyonce did the borrowing when she donned a green and red polka dot outfit that resembled a popular treat. She looked every bit as fierce as always, but the outfit reminds us of a wrapped up strawberry candy.
Lady In Green Or Slimer/ Oogie Boogie?
There are certain things we all experience but would prefer to keep under wraps. That includes bodily functions of all sorts but sometimes they get the best of us and take a life of their own. Much like this lady whose sweat stains might not be the most flattering sight but looking at it from a different perspective, it's a sheer work of art.
Fans of the "Ghostbusters" franchise are familiar with Slimer/ The Green Ghost. That's what the sweat stains on the woman's back resemble, but it looks more like Oogie Boogie, the main antagonist from "The Nightmare Before Christmas." If it's any consolation, worse things happen on this planet, and this is nothing to sweat about.
Lil Wayne Or The 'Cool A Cucumber' Gremlin?
Celebrities have doppelgangers all around the planet but sometimes you'll also find their likeness plastered on inanimate objects. There's even a term for it - pareidolia. We are just hardwired to make out famous faces on ordinary objects.
Lil Wayne just has to go about life knowing that he has a lookalike somewhere, only that it's a Gremlin. They also seem to have a shared interest which is watching 3D flicks that give them a good chuckle. Lil Wayne isn't the only celebrity who has a rather unusual lookalike. Folks also found Mike Tyon's long-lost twin, and it just happened to be a strange-looking pooch.
Kendall Jenner Or The Vehicle Seat Ripped Beyond Repair?
This looks like a photo that would spark gold in terms of the hilarious responses it would elicit if it were posted on the AskOldPeople subreddit. We are sure that the 60+ demographic would have all sorts of colorful ways to describe Kendall Jenner's street fierce style.
Perhaps this comparison came from that subreddit, and it reminds us that Kendall's "tres chic" pants remind us of a ripped vehicle seat. The history of ripped jeans starts in the late '80s during the heavy metal/ hard rock era. Before that, they were considered as articles of clothing that had outlived their life span. These days wearing ripped jeans is a conscious style choice that still raises eyebrows regardless.
Rihanna's Heart-stealing Coat Or Looney Tunes' Gossamer
When Rihanna stepped out wearing an oversized heart-shaped fur coat, and as expected, the internet had a lot to say about it. Folks pointed out that it doesn't just look like Looney Tunes' Gossamer but you could say that she's wearing the toon character. Unsurprisingly, the oversized piece is a designer Saint Laurent Heart Coat.
The emoji-like outerwear made its debut at the 2016 Paris Fashion Week and has since been donned by celebrities like Kendall Jenner, Cara Delevigne, and of cause Rihanna who made the most splash when she rocked it to literally paint the town red while she partied with friends in New York City.
Matt Damon's Visually-Striking Spacesuit Or The Star Wars BB-8 Droid?
Matt Damon delivered an out-of-this-world performance in Ridley Scott's 2015 sci-fi film "The Martian. He managed to take us along for the cosmic ride exploring what it's like to inhabit space. The white and orange spacesuit he wore looked great and it seems like someone from the costume department ended up working on "Star Wars: The Force Awakens."
Damon's costume seems to have inspired the look of the BB-8 droid from J.J. Abrams's 2015 "Star Wars" film. Award-winning costume designer Janty Yates and her team created the spacesuit from scratch to appeal to Scott's need for visually striking costumes.
Runway-Chic Model Or The Feather Duster?
Rainbows are a magical phenomenon that always leaves us awed, and it's the same case whenever we encounter the eye-popping colors translated into everyday life. The beauty industry has borrowed inspiration from the striking color palette and we can all agree that rainbow-colored highlights look fantastic.
The same could be said about rainbow-colored outfits, except that this ensemble reminds us of a common household cleaning tool. Who knows, perhaps the creative mind behind this runway-chic outfit did get inspiration for the outfit after a clean-up session. A fun fact about rainbows is that our planet is the only one in the solar system that experiences rainbows. That makes the natural wonder even more special.
Kylie Jenner's Meshed Ensemble Or A Huge Hay Sack?
Most celebrities don't face the typical problems the average person deals with when dressing up for the day. To begin with, image matters in their line of business, and most have personal trainers who help them stay in shape. That allows them to pretty much pull off whatever outfit they wear.
On top of that, they also have stylists who handle the fuss related to pairing different pieces to come out with an outstanding look. Kylie Jenner's stylist did her dirty with this particular ensemble because while she does look great wearing it, there's just something off about it. Could be the dueling colors, but mostly it's the mesh skirt that reminds us of a huge stack of hay in a blue sack.
Lady In Yellow Or The Caterpillar?
We all have that one go-to outfit that comes to the rescue when we need to throw on something without thinking too much about it. The only problem is when we decide to wear it outside the house and it turns out to be a head-turner for all the wrong reasons. This poor woman didn't expect to be the subject of a meme and possibly never wore this dress after this comparison went viral.
Now that we simply can't shake the image of the caterpillar, perhaps you didn't know that it has 4K muscles which is more than four times the number of muscles humans have (650 muscles). The creepy crawlies also move from back to front in wave-like motions.
Prince Charming Or Jaimie Lannister?
Nikolaj Coster did a fantastic job embodying Jaimie Lannister who was more or less the antihero we hated to love. Most of us had a nagging feeling that we'd seen him somewhere before and if you are still trying to figure it out, well it's no longer a secret. You possibly saw him in toon form as Prince Charming from the "Shrek" movies.
Rupert Evertt who voiced the character in "Shrek 2" didn't like the fact that producers said that the "whiney and self-obsessed" toon was fashioned after him. During a BBC Radio One interview, he agreed that he might be self-obsessed to a point but he didn't have much in common with the character.
Girl Wearing the Three-Tone Shirt Or The Hotel Walls?
It's happened to most of us; you wear your best threads to a special event only to bump into someone else with the exact outfit. It's even worse if the person in question is decades older and the occasion involves taking lots of pictures to document the day. This lady just discovered that her sense of style needs an overhaul.
Of all things to match with, she ended up twinning with the paint on the walls of a random hotel she checked into. Maybe she's the type who believes in the law of attraction and she finally came face to face with what she put out in the universe.
Justin Beiber Or The Grilled Cheese Sandwich
It's not surprising that Justin Beiber features on this list again, and at this point, he really should rethink his wardrobe choices. He wasn't eating a burrito sideways this time or wearing low-flung diaper-like pants, but instead, he had on an oversized fur coat that resembles a blanket.
However, if you are famished his fur coat might start looking all sorts of appetizing because it looks just like a perfectly grilled cheese sandwich. If you squint your eyes, it starts to look more like a grilled piece of steak, and at this point, let's just admit that we are all just super hungry.
Woman With Curly Locs Or The Curly Fries From Arby's?
We live in the digital age and it has revolutionized how we approach just about every aspect of our lives. Most folks use dating apps hoping to swipe right on their soulmates, and it all starts with having an eye-catching profile. This lady got the assignment right because she definitely went with an interesting photo.
The curls on her locs are dead ringers for Arby's fries, and if anything, that's a compliment if you ask us. Hopefully, she had an equally interesting introduction to go with it and anyone who swiped right should possibly suggest grabbing a bite at Arby's to break the ice.
Attack On The Titan's He-Man Or Nicki Minaj?
It now seems like Nicki Minaj subconsciously gets some of her styling inspirations from beloved toon shows. Just like the images must have been etched in her memory, she does leave a lasting impression with her selection of conversation pieces. The blonde bangs, pink jacket, and pose make her look like the "Attack on Titan" anime character He-Man.
To Nicki's credit, this look was from a decade ago when she was on the "Femme Fatale" tour. She wore the ensemble to the after-party hosted at the Las Vegas-based Galley nightclub. Besides pairing the look with an animal print bag and dark tan shoes, Nicki also had a pink lollypop to top it.
Man's Whimsical Socks Or The Airport Carpet?
When they talk about twinning moments, the last thing you'd expect is to end up matching the carpet at the airport. Judging from his socks, we can tell that this guy has a great sense of style. It takes someone with a keen eye to go for such a fun and whimsical pair of socks as a way of breaking the monotony of a regular outfit.
The only explanation is that the person who designed the carpet print was also behind the print on the pair of socks. They figured that if it looked great on the floor then it would also cut it for a pair of socks. It probably gave this guy a good chuckle as he waited to board his flight.
Jennifer Lawrence's Marie Claire Outfit Or Barney?
Every role that Jennifer Lawrence takes on accords the subsequent production critical acclaim. She also stuns on the red carpet and headlines dedicated to her glammed-up looks. Gracing the cover of Marie Claire was was amongst her list of achievements but the internet couldn't help but take jabs at it. Her outfit for the cover shoot reminds us of a friendly TV dinosaur.
We are talking about Barney who comes to mind when we look at the color of Lawrence's outfit. Knowing that she's able to see the lighthearted humor out of it, she probably will show it to her bundle of joy. In late 2021, Lawrence revealed that she is expecting a child with Cooke Moroney.
Model Or Brother Sharp?
They say that imitation is a form of flattery and that's what seems to have happened here. Anyone who is a fan of "Project Runway" knows that cloth makers get inspiration from everyday life. That's why we sometimes see what is best described as unusual looks on the runway, much like the entire Yeezy collection.
Netizens made this comparison and except for the shiny look, the guy on the left appears to have copied the other man's look. Internet sleuths ended up tracing the man on the right who soo became a Chinese internet sensation. His rugged looks earned him the nickname "Brother Sharp."
The Orange/White Road Cones Or The Man?
Now, this photo must have kept conspiracy theorists busy because it's one of those real-life "what are the chances?" moments. It happens that a regular guy going about his business coincidentally passed by this road intersection. Someone noticed and now we have this photo that leaves us with unanswered questions.
Did the guy notice that his outfit was remarkably similar to the road cones? Is this his daily route and did he purchase the outfit as a joke after realizing that it resembled the cones? Perhaps it's just a sheer coincidence, which is a concept that most conspiracy theorists won't want to admit.
Lil Wayne Or Donnie From The Wild Thornberrys?
Lil Wayne is yet another repeat offender when it comes to being caught up in comical comparisons. You don't need to convince us that his VMA look appears to have been lifted right out of a kid's show. That's Donnie from the Nickelodeon animated series "The Wild Thornberrys." The only thing left was to kick off his shoes and it would have been a case of seeing double.
It's easy to see why Lil Wayne might have been swayed by the show because even after the series concluded its run in 2004, "The Wild Thornberrys" characters remain popular logos imprinted on kids' clothing. The show was quite popular it even spawned films and video games.
Woman In A Colorful Outfit Or The Sprinkle-topped Popsicle?
The woman behind the counter appears to be in on the secret. She knows that this customer looks like a delicious treat sold at just about every ice cream parlor. It would have been wildly hilarious if they sold ice cream at this store and the customer asked for suggestions.
The lady behind the counter would have made everyone's day by recommending a strawberry popsicle with sprinkles on the top. That's exactly what the customer's outfit looks like and at least it's deliciously flattering on her. At this point, it reminds us that there's always someone watching and waiting to take that viral-worthy photo.
Kim Kardashian Or Mrs. Doubtfire?
Kim Kardashian knows how to command attention but sometimes she raises eyebrows for her questionable outfit choices. Like the time she wore a floral print outfit that reminds most of us of the curtains at our grandma's house. If it reminds you of something else then it must be the frock the title character wore at some point on "Mrs. Doubtfire."
She was pregnant at the time and we can excuse her for that fact alone. However, it doesn't appear as if she'll stop sparking conversation with her red carpet looks judging from the head-to-toe Balenciaga fit she wore to the 2021 Met Gala. Most notably, the all-black ensembled covered her entire face.
Sean Harris Or The Push-Up Popsicle?
A famous saying likens great hair to wealth. It's mostly something brides are told so that they can take the time to bluntly put it, go for a wealthy-looking hairstyle for their big day. It doesn't take a big occasion to realize that most folks truly treasure their luscious locks. You could say the same about Sean Harris who played for the Utah State University's basketball team.
He kept an afro-style cut and colored his hair an orange shade. It made him stand out alright but netizens were also quick to point out the resemblance to a beloved ice cream treat. His hair reminds us of the orange sherbet push-up pops. Who knows, he might have been a huge fan of the ice cream treat and hence the look.