The wardrobe of 80s fashion was like a fun house: colorful, bright and loud.
1. Shoulder padded shirt
In the 80s, it was difficult to find a jacket or suit without shoulder pads.
Shoulder-padded shirts became the office attire of all women during this period and became a statement: `We are great businessmen`
2. Oversized off-shoulder t-shirt
Originating from the Flashdance fitness craze that was born in 1983, typically Jane Fonda’s practice videos, Olivia Newton-John’s Let’s Get Physical, Footloose or Dirty Dancing… baggy sweatshirts that revealed one side
Originating from the Flashdance fitness craze that emerged in 1983, baggy sweatshirts that exposed one shoulder were a popular item in every girl’s wardrobe during this period.
3. Mini skirt
The trend of showing off body curves in the 70s continued to be popular in the 80s through tight mini skirts.
Skirts during this period were extremely short, often made from shiny and stretchy materials to hug a woman’s butt.
4. Multicolored loose socks
Also from the Flashdance movement, wide, long and thick socks are often used by dancers to avoid cramps.
Wide, long and thick socks were turned into a fashion trend by young girls who loved rebellion in the 80s.
5. Jelly Shoes
Jelly shoes are shoes made of PVC plastic.
By the 80s, shoes made from PVC achieved fashionable beauty and became a favorite item of girls.
6. Neon colors
As mentioned, fashion during this period was extremely colorful, but must have prominent colors like neon.
Every girl can become a candy, which is the result of dancing fever and Pop culture
7. Acid wash jeans
Acid wash jeans or ripped jeans appeared in the late 70s – early 80s, when people started to get bored with the original blue jeans and looked for a newer idea.
Acid wash jeans or ripped jeans appeared in the late 70s – early 80s
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