The '80s Are Back: Here's What to Embrace & What to Avoid! Plus, Win '80s Retro Candy!
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Jan 25, 2017
There have been hints of a comeback in recent years but now it is official. The 1980's is the lastest fashion trend.
Yes, the 80's are back - think shoulder pads, leg warmers and Madonna cassette tapes. But whether you lived through it before, or you were not around to be a witness, there are several ways you can get into the style, without going over the top. Read on to find out how.
Plus, tell us your favorite - or least favorite - '80s look and you'll have the chance to win an '80s Candy Gift Box, full of delicious retro memories, including Bottle Caps, Lemonheads & Wax Fangs!
Embrace it: Customized Demin Jackets
Demin jackets, especially acid washed, were all the rage. And to make them even more personal, they were lovingly decorated with patches and spray paint. Luckily, personal style is also big in 2017. Feel free to rock your denim jacket - and even add a little bling.
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Avoid it: Stirrup Pants
Leggings are fine, but not the kind that has a strap that slips beneath your foot. No reason for your pants to get tucked in to your high-tops anymore.
Embrace it: Neon and Sequins
In the '80s, brighter was better. It was important to attract attention and make a statement. We should follow that direction and not be afraid to shine! But this year, try keeping it to just one piece, and not the entire outfit.
Avoid it: Thick, Piled On Make-Up
Everything was more intense in the '80s, so it's no surprise that the make-up was too, especially the eye shadow which came in shades of blue, purple and pink - sometimes all of those colors at once. Brightly colored make-up is still used now, which is great, but this time it could be a little more blended and a lot more subtle.
Embrace it: Off the Shoulder Tops
Back then, we cut sweatshirts at just the right width, so that it could drape over one shoulder. Of course, a ton of plastic jewelry was then the perfect accessory. You can still wear dresses and shirts that have a fun off-the-shoulder look. Just try to avoid scissor marks and that mountain of jelly bracelets.
Avoid it: High, Permed, Rock-Hard Hair
No explanation needed.
What's your favorite - or least favorite - '80's look? Tell us and you'll be entered for the chance to win an '80s Candy Gift Box.
There are two ways to enter:
Simply comment below and tell us your '80s picks (those you are glad have returned and those that should have stayed behind!)
AND/OR
Tweet about the giveaway!
Click here to Tweet: "Entered to win '80s Retro Candy in the @SheSpeaksUp Return Of The '80s Giveaway bit.ly/2kjp9s6
*One lucky commenter or Tweeter will be chosen at random to receive an '80s Candy Gift Box. Giveaway is open through February 13th, 2017 to U.S. residents at least 18 years of age. Entrants must be a member of SheSpeaks. If you are not a member, click here to join. Winner will be notified by email.
Update: Thanks to everyone who entered. Congratulations to winner spacegeek33!
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by MDVFROMLA | Parkton, NC
I despised the stirrup pants ... who does that?!?! LOVE the off the shoulder tops!!
by Ambeezy01 | FLORENCE, AL
I ate the bog plaid that is coming back in style that looks grungy! I love the flourescents! I just hope that the body suits that snap in the crotch NEVER come back in style. SO inconvenient!!
by Hywelda9 | SADDLE BROOK, NJ
Actually, I think that just about all of the styles from the '80's were pretty bad - everything was ostentatious, over-the-top and to excess. Nope, not for me!
by blpowers | DALLAS, GA
I love off the shoulder tops! So glad they are coming back!
by ladienell | AKRON, OH
I've always loved Jean jackets so this won't be a difficult conversion however stirrup pants will always be a no no for me.
by happymomof3 | clemmons, NC
I miss the big hair only because having thick curly hair, it tends to get big by the end of the day!!
by BeachBum2Be | beaufort, MO
Loved the big hair hated the thick makeup!
by girl17 | EAGAN, MN
Love off the shoulder sweatshirts (Flashdance style)!!
by kflickinger73 | South Lyon, MI
I love that the jeans and the clogs are back in style.
by kalaslp16 | BENTON, IL
I loved my jean jacket with fringe in the 80's.
by paradise88 | Detroit, MI
I was born in 88 so i was not able to embrace the the 80s like that but as I got older I love everything 80s Customized Demin Jackets The leggings/over sized overrally The crazy hair can you say aqua net lol Just because around that time looked so awsome Not to mention the music I love everything old school even in 2017 I'm still playing the classics. An candy lemon heads, jaw breakers, bottons, wax lips, can cigarettes lol thought I was cool into I got grown an had a real one an almost died lol
by charliecat31 | PT CHARLOTTE, FL
I'm still an 80's chick at heart! I found Aqua Net hair spray at the grocery store many months ago and had to buy it. Unfortunately it's not the same as it was in the late 80's when it kept my hair from moving [need almost any circumstances. Now it sprays in a very wide and uneven pattern and goes on very wet and took forever to dry down. No wonder my mom was always mad about the hairspray being all over everything in the bathroom! lol But I put the can on the shelf and it makes me smile any time I come across it!
by spacegeek33 | SANTA ROSA VA, CA
The hair!!! #hatedit! Not happy with stirrup pants, the acid wash, stirrup pants and neon either though!! Lived though it the first time as a teen, don't need to go there again!
by Denagoodwin | HAZEL GREEN, AL
I love the 80s! All the big hair and bright colors!! I used a lot of purple and pink eye shadow ! You could see me a mile away!!
by emma0420 | SARASOTA, FL
My favorite part was the awesome music! And Fashion!
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