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Springing Back To 1980s Trends

How similar are the trends of today to 30 years ago?

Jilly Horaneck
Apr 03, 2017
Washington College
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Springing Back To 1980s Trends
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For the past few years, the trends for every season have given us a flash of the past from the 60s, 70s, and 90s. And finally, this year for the spring collection, the 1980s will be the biggest fashion trend. Is this new fascination because of the popularity of the popular Netflix show, "Stranger Things?" I cannot say for sure, but I am happy the 1980s inspired clothing is back. Let us look back to the trends in 1987 and see how they are getting a modern spin for this spring season.

So, please allow me to take you on a tour of the glamour of 1987 and explore the many cool things that happened in fashion that are once again gaining momentum in the Spring trends and fads.

Hair

1980s: Big Cher Hair

Now: Festival Styles

Jackets

1980s: Michael Jackson Inspired Leather Jacket with shoulder pads

Now: Styles of Denim

Designs

1980s: Acid-wash

Now: Moody Floral Embroidery

Shoes

1980s: Sneakers and Jelly

Now: Backless, Chunky and Jelly

Shirts

1980s: Oversized everything

Now: Statement Sleeves and Ruffles


Pants

1980s: Parachute Pants & Stretch stirrup pants

Now: Paper bag waist


Makeup

1980s: Blue Mascara

Now: Metallic and sparkly lips

Accessories

1980s: Scrunchies, Big Hooped Earrings & Ray Bans

Now: Branded Scrunchies, Big Statement Earrings & Metal Aviators

Colors

1980s: Neon!

Now: Neutrals and Muted Pinks

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