Tuesday, 26 November 2013

80s film and fashion

Concrete, 19th November 2013

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Heathers (1988)
The evil big sister of Mean Girls, Heathers showcases the best 80’s high school looks. Winona Ryder’s shoulder pads are a danger to society, and paired with Christian Slater’s literally smouldering leather jacket and good looks, they are a couple not be messed with.
Back to the Future (1985)
The famous red body warmer may not be the most fashionable look the 80’s gave us, but if one person can pull it off it is Marty McFly. We all know the one thing we really want from this film is the silver, automatically-lacing high tops. And thanks to Nike, these are now a reality, although we can’t promise you’ll end up jetting off to the future if you can get your hands on some.
Flashdance (1983)
The simplicity of the baggy jumper and legwarmers is what makes Flashdance such an 80’s fashion classic. This movie paved the way for the likes of Top Gun, which not only followed suit with music video montages but also the simple yet stylish wardrobe set precedence for many films that followed.
The Little Mermaid (1989)
Girls, grab your seashell bras, we’re heading under the sea. The first redheaded Disney star sacrificed her rather fabulous sequined tail for love, and we just don’t understand why. Combing your hair with a fork might not be the best idea, but Ariel’s luscious locks and sea shell bra didn’t look nearly as good on dry land.