How to Buy 80s Clothing

The 1980s was a time of unprecedented fashion trends; hair scrunchies, leggings and off-the-shoulder sweat-shirts are just a few of the acceptable fads that the 80s brought into the average American home. Maybe you are still a fan of the 80s and would like to revive 1980s style. Follow some steps to help you buy 80s clothing and relive the golden age of fashion mistakes all over again.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

1. Rummage through your old clothing for some remnants of the 1980s that you can use as a frame of reference. Be realistic about your current size and shape if you lived through fashion of the 1980s and your current body is a bit different.

2. Restart your memory by watching old movies and music videos from the 1980s. Write down some of your favorite trends so you can know what to look for when you begin shopping.

3. Look in the phone book for listings of thrift shops that you can visit to shop for 80s clothing. Be prepared to visit more than one to find a selection that fits your personal tastes.

4. Look for big shoulder pads in suit jackets, day-glow colors (bright pinks, blues, greens, and oranges), leggings, big earrings/bracelets, necklaces and tapered light wash or stone washed jeans. Find great pairs of 80s flat shoes, plain white tennis shoes, 3/4 sleeves and off-the-shoulder sweatshirts to buy.

5. Buy plenty of clothing so you can have a choice to layer your outfits; don't be afraid to alter your clothing to fit your body style. Accessorize all of your outfits appropriately and always wash your thrift store clothing before wearing it.

Tips & Warnings

• To compliment your 80s clothing wear your hair and make-up appropriately; big feathered hair, side ponytails, or large curls are a staple, and bright make-up were a staple for the most fashionable of 80's women.
• Many of these trends have reappeared in fashion; try these trends with a modern twist by pairing them with streamlined modern fashions. Also, some junior/young adult clothing stores in the mall have 1980s-style collections of new clothes with a retro twist.

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Resources

• Find everything about the 1980s and some good fashion tips.
• This U.K. website sells vintage 80s tees and other great accessories.