Back To The 80's

The controversial 80’s fashion seems to demand attention this season.  Though shoulder pads and batwing sleeves are already out of the current fashion scenario, there are still some of 80’s remains that’s making fashionistas’ heart go pitter patter in delight. Mini skirts are one of them.  Then, wayfarer sunglasses, laces, neons, leggings, crop tops, over-sized tops and stone-washed denims to name a few.

Many have argued that fashion in the 80’s was too big, too loud and just plain too much but isn’t that what we dig for right now? Well, not completely but we could take some cues from there and try and reinvent a ’80s classic to look fresh and modern. So let’s take a trip down memory lane to review some of the biggest ’80s trends and see how they’ve influenced the style of 2013.

Neons: Many trendsetters are loving neons this season. Though in the 80’s neons were adorned in the most excessive and bold way, the modern take on neons are flatteringly apposite and have been given a fresh trendy twist to it.

Miniskirts: The concept then was “the shorter the better”. Well, the concept is still the same only patterns and silhouettes have been upgraded. Every woman of that era and the current era loves miniskirts. Even if some are not comfortable wearing solely the miniskirt, they wore it with tights or leggings underneath it.

Crop Tops: Denims and crop tops were a big thing back then and they are going to be a big thing too, this season. This is a look that screams sexy and feminine and at the same time bold and fierce.

Wayfarer sunglasses: A classic staple piece, wayfarers were the de facto sunglasses of choice for anyone and everyone who was cool in the '80s. Wayfarers are among the trendiest accessories of this season. They are classy, super trendy and highly sophisticated.

Leggings: Women loved to pull off the dance wear look with leggings. And, dancewear is making a comeback this season. Think Jane Fonda in the 80’s, how she rocked the dancewear look. Throw in a over-sized top and team up with your leggings.

Overalls: They are making it back with a bang. Overalls were the most worn and wanted items in the 80’s. Almost everybody wore it, kids, women, men, grannies, uncles etc. They are very casual and comfortable and also give a very trendy outlook especially the ones that have been designed for this season. 

Well, we hope these remains of the 80’s served a nostalgic blast from the past and a friendly reminder that they are still stuck on the current fashion radar and are here to stay around longer.