Fashion history: 1980s

The 1980s are an iconic era for fashion and pop culture. Perms, blue eyeshadow, and crazy patterns are all staples from this era. 80s fashion was mostly influenced by the popular movies and tv shows of the time. Some 1980s fashion trends are coming back today bigger and better than ever. Scrunchies, high waisted jeans, and leopard print are all fashion trends of today that originated from the 1980s. Here is how you can bring this iconic fashion era into your wardrobe:

Fashion trends of the 1980s

Trends:

Tops:

Lace tops

Graphic tees

Grandma sweaters

Puffed sleeves

Collared shirts

Shoulder pads

Turtlenecks

Outerwear:

Denim Jackets

Bomber jackets

Windbreakers

Blazers

Bottoms:

Acid washed jeans

High waisted jeans

Spandex

Parachute pants

Midi skirts

Shoes:

Jelly sandals

Mary Janes

Converse

Doc Martens

Adidas Campus

Medium heeled pumps

Solid colored Reebok

Accessories:

Scrunchies

Legwarmers

Fingerless gloves

Cross necklace

Fanny packs

Beaded purses

Where to buy these trends today:

Stores:

Ragstock

Forever 21

Rusty Zipper

Shein

Modcloth

Etsy

Depop

Women's clothing

https://ragstock.com/shop/static-dots-retro-romper/

https://www.rustyzipper.com/shop.cfm?viewpartnum=366394-A23803

https://www.maurices.com/product/vintage-high-rise-acid-wash-hidden-button-fly-jegging/116796?&camp=PLA%7CACQ%7CGOOG%7CNONBRAND%7CPRODUCT%7CMaurices_SHOP_BOTTOMS_MOBILE_NB_GGL___PLA%7Cpla%7C425557348697%7C9621263910%7Conline%7C25324591%7CUS%7CLkIQJdL01j399V3zPWjMAy&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIpZiX87237AIVMgnnCh3LYw9-EAQYCSABEgJHcfD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds

https://ragstock.com/shop/pink-dotted-zip-top/

https://www.depop.com/products/lilabboud-1980s-pearl-lace-top/?utm_source=generic&utm_campaign=client-share&utm_medium=social&utm_term=abbywall1105&_branch_match_id=802281148600215713

https://m.shein.com/us/High-Waisted-Rolled-Hem-Mom-Jeans-p-645373-cat-1934.html

(plus size version)

https://m.shein.com/us/Plus-Paperbag-Waist-Crop-Jeans-p-790448-cat-2055.html?url_from=adplaswdenim041907102703XL_California&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIiorHnLq37AIVZB6tBh3WMAQyEAQYCyABEgKqF_D_BwE&ref=us&rep=dir&ret=mus

https://www.rustyzipper.com/shop.cfm?viewpartnum=366253-M63508

https://www.modcloth.com/shop/tops/def-leppard-graphic-tee-in-vintage-black/168590.html

https://www.depop.com/products/roseabove-lace-peplum-top-80s/?utm_source=generic&utm_campaign=client-share&utm_medium=social&utm_term=abbywall1105&_branch_match_id=802281148600215713

https://ragstock.com/shop/blue-metallic-leggings/

https://www.forever21.com/us/shop/catalog/product/f21/outerwear_coats-and-jackets/2000409320

https://www.rustyzipper.com/shop.cfm?viewpartnum=366165

https://ragstock.com/shop/womens-80s-sweater-434/

https://www.rustyzipper.com/shop.cfm?viewpartnum=366396-A23805

https://www.depop.com/products/nopalitostx-vintage-1980s-pink-gotcha-puff/?utm_source=generic&utm_campaign=client-share&utm_medium=social&utm_term=abbywall1105&_branch_match_id=802281148600215713

https://ragstock.com/shop/white-embroidered-floral-tennis-skirt/

https://www.rustyzipper.com/shop.cfm?viewpartnum=366086

https://www.depop.com/products/mountain2city-the-raddest-80s-acid-wash/?utm_source=generic&utm_campaign=client-share&utm_medium=social&utm_term=abbywall1105&_branch_match_id=802281148600215713

Men's clothing:

https://ragstock.com/shop/80s-sweater-2868/

https://www.pacsun.com/pacsun/graham-classic-fit-denim-jacket-0076109.html?&country=US&currency=USD&OriginId=GOG&XCIDP=P:G_PacSun_Shopping_SSC_M_Outerwear&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIqJ3thJS47AIV9yCtBh07iAh6EAQYAyABEgLjN_D_BwE

https://www.rustyzipper.com/shop.cfm?viewpartnum=366428-A23837

https://www.depop.com/products/brynnval-vintage-1980s-corniche-denim-mens/?utm_source=generic&utm_campaign=client-share&utm_medium=social&utm_term=abbywall1105&_branch_match_id=802281148600215713

https://www.depop.com/products/lame_o_vintage-1980s-vintage-bright-purple-high/?utm_source=generic&utm_campaign=client-share&utm_medium=social&utm_term=abbywall1105&_branch_match_id=802281148600215713

https://ragstock.com/shop/80s-sweater-2861/

https://www.rustyzipper.com/shop.cfm?viewpartnum=366400-A23809

https://www.depop.com/products/philadelphiared-vintage-1980s-polo-ralph-lauren/?utm_source=generic&utm_campaign=client-share&utm_medium=social&utm_term=abbywall1105&_branch_match_id=802281148600215713

https://ragstock.com/shop/mens-wrangler-denim-jeans-294-sz-w32-l34/

https://www.depop.com/products/coppertone_vintage-the-great-lakes-jacket-mens/?utm_source=generic&utm_campaign=client-share&utm_medium=social&utm_term=abbywall1105&_branch_match_id=802281148600215713

Accessories

https://www.depop.com/products/landothrifts_21-vintage-1980s-taurus-sport-original/?utm_source=generic&utm_campaign=client-share&utm_medium=social&utm_term=abbywall1105&_branch_match_id=802281148600215713

https://www.etsy.com/listing/877826329/vintage-1980s-reebok-classic-aerobics?ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=1980s+shoes&ref=sr_gallery-1-1&organic_search_click=1&cns=1

https://www.rustyzipper.com/shop.cfm?viewpartnum=366436-A23845&backtorow=1&jumpshow=0&SIZE=&ERA=1980&TYPE=Accessories%20%2D%20Purses&SEARCH=%201980%20purse&GENDER=

https://www.depop.com/products/admitonevintage-vintage-1980s-padded-colorblock-fanny/?utm_source=generic&utm_campaign=client-share&utm_medium=social&utm_term=abbywall1105&_branch_match_id=802281148600215713

https://www.etsy.com/listing/784289820/nwt-vintage-1980s-andrew-gellar-multi?ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=1980s+purse&ref=sr_gallery-1-18&organic_search_click=1&frs=1

Brands of the 1980s

Brands that were popular in the 1980s

United colors of Benetton

Calvin Klein Jeans

Nike

Gucci

Fila

Coogi

Gloria Vanderbilt Jeans

Esprit

Lacoste

Tommy Hilfiger

1980s makeup and hair

1980s makeup and hair trends:

Blue mascara

Perms

Muted lip

Crimping

Faux beauty mark

Side ponytail

Bushy eyebrows

Aqua net bangs

Draping

Mullets

Metallic lipstick

Blue, purple, and pink eyeshadow

Makeup tutorials:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gpaOqnHS9b0

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lzrRGWLBkqQ

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zyBY-j3-fJk

Hair tutorials:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mcx7aWL5FbU

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XEGE1SmhL7s

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YAIjVeG4_S8

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EH8P33hYlJg

1980s Interior design

1980s interior design trends:

Glass tables

Hanging plants

CD displays

Country Decor

Gold Trim

Geometric shapes

Posters

Chintz

Ruffled skirts (Sofas)

Pastels

Drapes

Stereos

1980s Bedroom finds:

https://society6.com/product/memphis-pattern-27-80s-90s-retro-1st-year-anniversary-design_comforter?sku=s6-11440608p57a200v700

https://www.amazon.com/Ambesonne-Modern-Geometric-Circles-Bedding/dp/B075NB5BXR/ref=mp_s_a_1_6?dchild=1&keywords=1980s+bedding&qid=1602829965&sr=8-6

https://www.etsy.com/listing/753830242/80s-abstract-pattern-wall-decal-set-80s?ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=80s+bedroom+decor&ref=sc_gallery-1-1&plkey=57594f8179aa2588d47d24706ba3ef12fb883755%3A753830242&frs=1&col=1

https://www.redbubble.com/i/poster/Dirty-Dancing-movie-80s-imarotul-by-nnbhgtyrha/57170105.LVTDI

https://www.etsy.com/listing/859403540/memphis-style-desk-lamp-80s-in-yellow?ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=1980s+lamp&ref=sr_gallery-1-19&organic_search_click=1&cns=1

https://www.amazon.com/TOMKEYS-Colorful-Abstract-Decorative-Pillowcase/dp/B07C2YPV3Y/ref=mp_s_a_1_8?dchild=1&keywords=1980s+pillow&qid=1602830030&sr=8-8

https://www.redbubble.com/i/poster/MTV-fingerprint-80s-design-by-KelsoBob/37644418.LVTDI

https://www.etsy.com/listing/199486890/picture-sleeves-from-45-rpm-7-records?ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=1980s+decor&ref=sr_gallery-1-13&organic_search_click=1

https://www.etsy.com/listing/778568482/retro-realistic-90s-arcade-and-theater?ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=1980s+rug&ref=sc_gallery-1-2&plkey=5488f6822ad1363246e9e2257c420f2dda0a2502%3A778568482&frs=1

https://www.etsy.com/listing/845611505/vintage-1980s-heart-shaped-pressed-glass?ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=1980s+jewelry+box&ref=sr_gallery-1-16&organic_search_click=1&pro=1&frs=1

https://www.redbubble.com/i/poster/Platinum-Blonde-2-by-LorisCloset/40884087.LVTDI

Here are some Instagrams to follow for more 1980s inspo:

https://www.instagram.com/1980s_aesthetic/?hl=en

https://www.instagram.com/the_80s_interior/?hl=en

https://www.instagram.com/80schildren/?hl=en

https://www.instagram.com/1980svoguefashion/?hl=en