No matter your age, you probably grew up watching at least one virtuous TV dad recite life's important lessons from the comfort of your couch.

And whether you favor the tough but tender delivery of Bill Cosby's Cliff Huxtable or the cranky pants parenting of Archie Bunker, these fictitious fathers captured us not only with their straight talk but also their personal style.

To commemorate Father's Day we've rounded up some of the best and worst dressed dads on the small screen. While some of their fashions may not have stood the test of time (Cosby sweaters, anyone?), there's no doubt that these famous fathers knew best.