Unique 1980s Costume Ideas
The 1980s are known for their fashion: outrageous clothes, big hair and bright colors. For this reason, costumes from the '80s, and '80s theme parties are very popular. There are a variety of '80s fashions to choose from: the Madonna look, or the '80s workout look. In addition, '80s characters such as "Flashdance" and "Miami Vice" are big inspirations for '80s costumes. However, if you find a more original '80s icon to model, you're sure to turn heads. Does this Spark an idea?
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She-Ra
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Dressing as the female '80s icon She-Ra is a way to bring out the superhero in you, and help you revert back to your childhood. The She-Ra costume requires a short white skirt and white strapless shirt or corset with a sweetheart neckline. The top of She-Ra's costume boasts a large gold flower-type shape with a blue gem in the center and a gold headdress or circlet with a red gem in the center. The costume is accessorized with gold gloves, a gold choker, gold boots and a sword.
Richard Simmons
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Richard Simmons, the '80s fitness icon, is a simple costume that requires only a few items. A Richard Simmons costume can be modeled after one of the aerobic instructor's many workout video covers. The costume is primarily a loose, '80s style men's tank top, short shorts and white tennis shoes and socks. A brown Afro wig will complete the look and leave no question as to whom you are impersonating.
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Teen Wolf
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There may be a little more work involved for a Teen Wolf costume, but it is a truly original tribute to the '80s. "Teen Wolf" is the story of an average teenage basketball player, played by the actor Michael J. Fox, who discovers that he is part wolf. This costume is modeled after the parts of the movie when Michael J. Fox has fully transformed into a wolf. This costume requires a person to cover himself in brown fur or cotton, or to wear a full wolf costume. Once the wolf step is complete, add a '80s style basketball costume or a white '80s style suit to complete the look.
Molly Ringwald
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Molly Ringwald was an '80s teen star who was in popular movies such as "Pretty in Pink," "Sixteen Candles" and "Breakfast Club." Known for her short, bright red hair and distinctly '80s outfits, a costume could be modeled after her character from a variety of movies. An obnoxious pink bridesmaids dress and a red wig would represent Molly's character in "Sixteen Candles." For a Molly Ringwald "Breakfast Club" look, a pink T-shirt with a brown skirt and tall brown boots can be combined. If you need group or couple costumes, Molly Ringwald's movies are great to look to for inspiration.
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