Category 80’s Costumes

1980s Halloween Outfits: A Flashback to Bold and Bizarre Style

July 26, 2025 Category: 80's Costumes

The 1980s were a decade defined by bold fashion, pop culture icons, and a flair for the dramatic—and Halloween costumes of the era reflected all of that and more. From neon spandex to spooky classics with a retro twist, dressing up in the ’80s meant going all out with color, character, and creativity.

One of the most popular trends in 1980s Halloween fashion was dressing up as pop culture icons. Michael Jackson’s Thriller look—with the iconic red jacket and zombie makeup—was a hit at parties and trick-or-treat outings alike. Madonna’s Like a Virgin lace gloves, layered necklaces, and teased hair made her an instant Halloween favorite for those wanting to embody the edgy, rebellious vibe of the time...

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80S COSTUMES: A DECADE OF FASHION RADICALISM

May 5, 2019 Category: 80's Clothes, 80's Costumes, 80's Fashion, 80's Outfits

People who lived in the 80s know exactly what the power suit looked like. Fashion was highly radicalized with so much bold colors, baggy blazers and extremely weird hairstyles. Let put you through what made up the 80’s clothing, accessories and general looks in the 80s.

Neon Colors

The Neon colors were there to give the daring look of the decade

Supersized Hair

The hair in the 80s seemed so big that you could hide a book in it. It could probably serve as a bird nest. They came big, bold and curly. That was just the trend and if yours isn’t looking like that, you are not doing it right. The hair was usually accompanied by the power suit and showy eye shadow all the way up to the brow.

Bold Earrings

The massive hairstyle meant the earrings had to correspond...

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80s Costumes and Fashion for Elderly Women

September 3, 2017 Category: 80's Costumes, 80's Fashion

80s Costumes and Fashion for Elderly Women
The fashion trend in the 80s costumes for women reflected the hip-hop American subcultures and rebellious punk rock. In essence, clothing items such as miniskirts, colored hose, leg warmers, top crops and off-the-shoulder shirts graced runways. It’s not surprising that 80s costumes and fashion are returning.
For women who didn’t want to reveal imperfections, the absence of conservatism in the fashion of this era did not meet their needs. But, modifications here and there provided tons of options to meet everyone’s fashion need. Today’s 80’s costumes and fashion are available in diverse options for elderly women.
Trendy Loose Jackets
In the 80s, trendy older women were found putting on fitted, straight pants matched with contrasting loose...

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Ideas to Help You Stand Out with 80s Costumes and Fashion

August 26, 2017 Category: 80's Clothes, 80's Costumes, 80's Fashion, 80's Outfits

Ideas to Help You Stand Out with 80s Costumes and Fashion
Whether it is Halloween, a themed party or regular fashion, you can become the attraction of the day by leveraging the ideas in this post to make your 80’s costumes outstanding.
Sew It from the Scratch
If you have sewing machine or know someone who can sew, it’s easier to get creative with your 1980s themed clothing. From 80s pop culture icons to 80s movies stars, you can mimic the popular stars with your 80s wears.
Ideas on what to sew from the scratch with your sewing machine when it comes to 1980 theme Halloween costumes and clothing include the following.
Ghostbusters Outfit: Start with beige or gray coveralls...

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Halloween Costumes

March 8, 2015 Category: 80's Costumes, 80's Fashion, Halloween Costume Ideas

Halloween Costumes

Halloween has been a popular event in the United States for a long time and now the craze has moved to the United Kingdom. It is now not just the children who are going out trick or treating in their Halloween costumes but adults are now holding their own parties. It is a chance to indulge their darker side and fortunately there are a lot of stores that have great ideas when it comes to providing the costumes.
When it comes to Halloween costumes there are no rights or wrongs and it is just as acceptable to wear a costume that is your own fear as it would be to dress as Dracula or Frankenstein. There have been so many horror films that there is an almost inexhaustible list of characters to dress as...

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Popular 80s Costumes

October 5, 2014 Category: 80's Clothes, 80's Costumes, 80's Fashion, 80's Outfits

Popular 80s Costumes
One of the most iconic 80’s symbol is Hello Kitty so if you are looking for popular 80s costumes, then this is the right thing for you. Most girls are endeared to one of the most famous cat, Hello Kitty. This world famous Japanese cartoon character has inspired a lot of costume and accessory maker to produce an outfit that will be a living counterpart of this world famous cat in the form of quality made costumes and accessories. There are plenty of Hello Kitty items you can find in the market today including clothes, Hello Kitty toys, hello Kitty bags, pens, hello kitty sports bottle, and among many other things. This is why during a themed costume party; Hello Kitty items are also popular in terms of dressing up and becoming the human version of Hello Kitty. 80s cos...

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Ideas for 80s Costumes

June 29, 2014 Category: 80's Clothes, 80's Costumes, 80's Fashion

Ideas for 80s Costumes
The 80s fashion style has its own unique touch; from acid wash jeans to torn shirts, leg warmers and crimped, the 1980s was so special in its own way. Therefore, 80s costumes is something worth reflecting in the 21st century, whether you want to attend a party or look different this Halloween. And, the good news is, it doesn’t cost much to dress in 80s style, you only need to get creative.
The following costume ideas reflect the 80s era perfectly;
Madonna Look
The Madonna look is a great way to achieve an iconic pop look of the 80s era. The major outfits and items to achieve this look include the following;
·    Puffy tutu skirt
·    Fingerless lace gloves
·    Bright colored tights
·    Crimped hair
·    Leather studded jacket
·    Ray Ban Sung...

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80s Fashion Ideas for 80s Theme Party

August 10, 2013 Category: 80's Clothes, 80's Costumes, 80's Fashion

80s Fashion Ideas for 80s Theme Party

These days, you will almost think you are back in the 1980s, especially with lots of 80s fashion features and styles flaunted with party outfits and Halloween costumes. There are tons of features that made the 80s clothing and style thick. Some of those features may not be so desirable, but they are sure outstanding and unique to the 80s. And, of course, the people in that decade had fun and experienced lots of excitement dressing in their unique manner.

It is obviously no longer ‘newsy’ that the top popular musicians such as Michael Jackson, Madonna, MC Hammer and others inspired most of the 80s fashion and styles...

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80s Fashion for Women in the 21st Century

August 10, 2013 Category: 80's Costumes, 80's Fashion, Halloween Costume Ideas

80s Fashion for Women in the 21st Century

A closer look at the 21st century fashion trend will reveal a lot of features, elements, inspirations and trends from the 80s fashion. In fact, the fashion section of big stores now stocks mostly 80 fashion units and accessories. What bell does that ring? 80s clothing styles are back in the 21st century. Both men and women can make tons of fashion statements taking cue from the 80s fashion trends.

Generally, when the 1980s fashion comes to mind, people usually picture bright, colorful outfits and accessories. In addition, the fashion in the 80s featured ‘big hair’, heavy makeup, tight faded jeans and other stylish outfits.

80s Fashion for Women

80s fashion for women are grouped in these categories;

Clothing

One of the popular clothing styles in...

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Top 80s Costumes Inspired by 80s Music and Musical Stars

June 22, 2013 Category: 80's Clothes, 80's Costumes, 80's Fashion

Top 80s Costumes Inspired by 80s Music and Musical Stars

Most of the 80s costumes were inspired by the popular 80s musicians and superstars. In fact, what would have been regarded as awkward dressing became the norm in those days because of the musical stars involved. Some of those musicians in the 80s that largely influenced the fashion trend those days included Michael Jackson (the king of pop music himself) and MC Hammer. On the ladies side, Madonna and other top female musicians inspired most of the ladies fashion in the 80s.

#1: Michael Jackson’s Inspired 80s Costumes

Being one of the most influential musicians of that time and beyond, most of the fashion trends and fashion items in the 80s were inspired by Michael Jackson and his musical albums...

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