In case you haven't noticed, the 80's are back! The fashion bravery (Madonna's rubber bracelets? MJ's red leather jacket? Boy George's black bowler hat? You can't get more courageous!), fun music, and its overall creativity are definitely just a few reasons why it is my favorite decade by far!
Now, I'm no fashion expert, but here are a few trends (in my humble opinion) that have reincarnated into improved versions of their former selves. They might be on their way out, but I loved them all nonetheless... *(Click on images for sources...)
Now, I'm no fashion expert, but here are a few trends (in my humble opinion) that have reincarnated into improved versions of their former selves. They might be on their way out, but I loved them all nonetheless... *(Click on images for sources...)
1. Neon (Then):
Neon (Now):
Wear it! Brights are in, in, in! Adding one piece of color is seemingly just right for the millennium.
2. Makeup (Then):
Makeup (Now):
Wear it! Oh, I love Joan Cusack in Working Girl, but how (and why) did she match her makeup with her earrings? Haha! Nowadays, bright lips = neutral/subtle eyes and vice versa. (By the way, I love the bright red/hot pink lip trend!)
3. Hair (Then):
Hair (Now):
Wear it! I adore Madonna in the 80's if only because for the fact that she paired a bright red lip with super high hair! Today, it seems as though a pop of color is definitely the way to go. I'm in love with the ombre style, as seen on Drew Barrymore, above.
4. Jewelry (Then):
Jewelry (Now):
Wear it! Numerous chunky, plastic and rubber bracelets on one's arm in the 80's have been replaced with....numerous chunky, plastic, rubber, gold, silver, sparkley bracelets (AKA an "arm party" - I kid you not!) Personally, I don't want this one to go away. Costume or real, you can always count on jewelry to add personality to any outfit...
5. Footwear (Then):
Footwear (Now):
Wear it! I have to admit, when I saw a pair of jellies a few years ago, I grabbed them - just because they reminded me of how much I lived in mine back in the mid-80's! Gladiators, flats, Converse and even socks with sandals have all made their way back on to our feet - this time, with way more height and again, color!
In conclusion...
Every decade seems to recycle itself some way or another. I'm 33, and I've seen flapper trends of the 20's all the way to today's revamping of color blocking from the 90's. The important thing is to HAVE FUN with fashion, be comfortable with yourself and love the body you're in. Remember: No matter what age, race, or size, self-confidence and a great attitude will always, always be in style...
xoxo andrea
