How to Dress for an 80s Party

Making Your  Own Outfit

Mix and match colors. Many 80s fashionistas went for bold, bright color combinations. Neon colors were particularly popular.

Making Your  Own Outfit

Shape your outfit.  The 80s were a time of experimentation with many different styles. Women’s styles tended to be big on top and small on the bottom.

Making Your  Own Outfit

An oversized shirt was often paired with a miniskirt or tightly-fitted pants or leggings.

Making Your  Own Outfit

Find or make shoulder pads. Shoulder pads were very popular in women’s clothing. The bigger the shoulder pads, the better.

Making Your  Own Outfit

Try an 80s punk look. Another approach is to go for more of an 80s punk look, which would involve mostly black and denim.

Making Your  Own Outfit

Wear athletic clothes. Athletic clothes were also popular in the 1980s. However, they tended to be far more matchy than modern athletic clothes.

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