You mean with the sashes? Those actually look like they're modelled on traditional Chinese Mandarin robes--very similar outfits are worn in Kung Fu. Then Dr. T's outfit that he dresses up in during that song number has that big Turkish/Austrian-looking hat, which I've also noticed in several Dr. Seuss books. I'm starting to wonder if Dr. Seuss did a lot of research on clothes--maybe a little too much, if you catch my drift--Dr. T got a little carried away about his wardrobe during that song :-) Anyway, it's a very cool movie--I'd go so far as to say I'd put it on my list of favorite kids' movies up there with Wizard of Oz (which it reminds me of) and a few others. Makes me want to go rewatch some Dr. Seuss cartoons. Did Seuss do any other live-action movies like that?