80s fashion trends today

December 13, 2011
80s Fashion Trends

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By Zoe Jones

Bright white pumps, neck pads, head-to-toe denim—we've spent the last decade cringing over our previous fashion faux pas. Yet right here our company is, falling for designs that people swore we never would once more. Fortunately, this time around we've identified simple tips to use them these days in many ways we won't regret later.

Chunky Heels

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By the late '90s spindly stilettos made our chunky heels seem passé. Although comfy option has came back. Set your block heels with thin jeans or cropped jeans to keep your silhouette from searching too clunky.

Jumpsuits

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The iconic jumpsuit is back and better than ever: Wear it with a tailored blazer for work or sexy stilettos for per night out. Stay glued to monochromatic types for a slimming result.

High-Shine Textiles

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Forget the garish disco fabrics associated with the '70s and '80s, now sheen is elegant, by way of silhouettes being tailored or voluminous in the place of skintight.

Denim on Denim

The once-tacky allover denim trend appears edgy and effortlessly cool whenever paired with a black colored cropped top and a chain-strap leather-based case.

Reflective Shades

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A huge hit in the '80s—then rarely seen anywhere but on slopes—reflective tones tend to be again a must-have for summer time. Take to matching all of them towards bag or jacket, simply maintain the rest of look an easy task to balance out the shine.

Trip Jacket

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The high-school specialty is making a return, attracting noisy cheers through the style crowd. To give the style a 2013 upgrade, skip the fight shoes and set it with pumps alternatively.

White Heels

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This former fashion no-no looks best when used with solid colors for a head-to-toe color-blocked outfit.

Baseball Limits

Batter up—the baseball cap is back. Skip logos and greatly stitched letters in favor of today's fabric design that is more advanced. Bonus: It acts as a second layer of sun protection together with your everyday SPF item.

Classic Kicks

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It is the right time to seek out those old-school shoes collecting dust within dresser. Pair them with your favorite dress, skirt or jeans, to help keep your appearance feminine and modern.