Fashion: 80s glamour is back!
Fashion is an interesting industry to be in: it seems every month there is a new trend that fashionistas and trend forecasters need to get to grips with, says All4Women.
Typical 80s costume.
But one trend has been with us for a while now and is making no plans to disappear any time soon: 80’s Glamour.
Getting this trend wrong though is unfortunately very easy to do – follow this guide to get the look spot on – every time.
Key items for the 80′s glamour look:
• Distressed jeans
• Ripped jeans
• Acid-wash jeans
• Black biker jacket
• Asymmetrical blouse
• Asymmetrical dresses
• Sequin Jacket
• Ankle Boots
• Knee-high boots
• Platform Pumps in bright colours
• Leggings
• Tight mini dresses
• Mini skirts
• Ripped shirts
Key 80′s colours:
Fashion circle: 80s era is back. All4Women
• Black
• Gun-metal Grey
• White
• Dark Purple
• Cobalt
Key embellishments:
• Sequins
• Chains on blouses and trousers
• Geometric prints
• Stud detail on accessories, blouses and jeans
Key 80′s makeup colours:
• Red lips
• Blue eyeshadow
• Smokey eyes
Key fashion accessories:
• Cuffs worn on the wrist
• Statement necklaces
• Statement necklaces
• Geometric necklaces
• Chain link handbag
• Studded belts
Celebrities who love the 80′s glamour trend trend:
Madona loves to wear 80s style.
• Kate Moss
• Sienna Miller
• Rachel Bilson
• Madonna
Designers who had this in their latest runway shows:
• Balmain
• Peter Pilotto
• Gucci
• Emilio Pucci
While the 80’s trend continues to be a popular one, we will soon start seeing grunge (a throwback to the 90’s) becoming a key trend. Keeping your finger on the pulse of what’s hot will help ensure you are always on trend. The key to getting this look right though is not to wear too many 80’s-inspired pieces in the same outfit.
Author info: Pippa Lynch
Pippa Lynch is a Fashion Stylist, and focuses on Fashion Styling, Image Consulting, Personal Branding, Style Advice, and just about anything else fashion-related. Visit www.pippalynch.co.za for more information, or email pippa@pippalynch.co.za if you have any fashion and style queries.
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