A bold decade of bursting color, exaggerated forms and a sense of defiance, the 1980s. It was the same thing in women’s fashion, with trends that emphasized self-confidence and were very fun to wear.
Eighties Fashion Style80s Women Fashion Key Trends
Power Dressing:
Shoulder pads were standard, and flexing in the workforce.
Bright colored tailored suits that usually teamed with chunky statement accessories.
Pants, high waisted skirts.
Neon Brilliance:
Fluorescent colors applied to clothing, accessories.
Neon-colored leg warmers, headbands and leggings were favorites among exercise enthusiasts in the era.
Bold, geometric patterns.
Off-the-Shoulder Tops:
High-waisted jeans Tied up at the waist, a romantic and feminine trend
Ruffles and lace as well as bow details kept them extra sweet.
Denim on Denim:
Wearing a Canadian tuxedo, or double denim took some guts.
Acid wash jeans were the ultimate.
Big Hair and Bigger Earrings:
Big hair that was frequently backcombed to within an inch of its life became synonymous with 80s style.
Large, brightly colored (frrequently accompanied by) with bold graphics
Leggings and Aerobics Wear:
Workout- AND leisurewear (spandex leggings)
in brightly colored sweatshirts and leg warmers.
Statement Jewelry:
Bold and chunky necklaces, bracelets and rings were in.
Large, bright plastic or acrylic jewelry
Punk and Goth:
A darker, edgier, style including leather jackets, ripped jeans and studded jewelry.
Fright wig, painted nails and buckets of terror
80s was also the time of experimenting and expression. Women openly flaunted their funky and radical styles, having a long-lasting effect in High-Fashion. Although, the 80s is by no means new to designers or people in fashion for inspiration even though some trends may be dated now.