VIDEO: "What did you wear in the 80s?"

Fashion trends in the 80s

The 80s are characterized by different styles in terms of clothingwhich were particularly influenced by the burgeoning Neue Deutsche Welle (NDW). Depending on their taste and preference, the teens of the time did the same as their idols and dressed differently.

• For women, among other things, leggings that shone in all neon colors were popular. But animal fur patterns were also fashionable. A long cotton shirt or tank top, also in bright colors that reached under the bottom, was put on over it. It was also popular to cut out the cuffs of the shirts. For this purpose, simple lace-up shoes or Adida sneakers or Chucks combined. In addition, one contributed to this Outfit like woolen leg warmers.
• But also tube trousers, which were also colored brightly, were fashionable in the 80s. You also wore a blouse or shirt that went into the trousers was inserted and additionally a (dark) belt. A very high waistband was typical of the women's jeans of that time, which was both long and short pants gave.
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• Anyone who wanted to dress neatly in the 80s wore a wide tiered skirt with a ruffled blouse that went into the skirt was plugged. In addition, white socks were put into narrow fabric sneakers (sporty look) or patent leather shoes (elegant look).

A lot accessories like sweatbands or headbands (resp. Cloths around the forehead), plastic bracelets, brooches and buttons rounded off the outfits.

The men wore it

The boys of the 80s stood u. a. on Don Johnson and Philip Michael Thomas aka the stars of the popular series "Miami Vice". It goes without saying that they liked to be copied in their clothes.

• To resemble the Miami Vice stars, the guys and men with a light jacket (preferably in white), in which very large shoulder pads were incorporated, thrown into a shell. Check patterns on the jacket were also welcome! Among them were gaudy shirts or T-shirts hip, trendy, popular. Matching wide pleated trousers completed the star outfit. Cool sunglasses and a smart smile were a must as an accessory.
• Other groups of the 80s wore punk-like clothing, especially paint and leather were popular. The trousers and jackets had rivets, buttons and fringes and were tight to the skin body. In addition, the outfit was worn with cool cowboy or Western boots in leather look. Studded gloves and a wide belt were also a must. The leather look was also popular with women!

The 80s were very varied and diverse when it came to fashion and music. You're sure to find a look that you enjoy!