Mirror80

Reflecting on recent retro style

  • Home
  • About Mirror80
  • Contact

A Golden Girls Friendsgiving

November 14, 2017 by Kate 2 Comments

A Golden Girls Friendsgiving

Welcome to Mirror80’s Thank You for Being a Friend-sgiving!!! Because there’s no other way to host friends this Turkey Day. Taking inspiration from The Golden Girls (is there any other ’80s sitcom to reference for this holiday?!), the ambience is part tropical and part glitz, all capped off with a warm glow.

Do These 3 Classic ’80s Cocktails Hold Up?

September 27, 2017 by Kate 4 Comments

Do These 3 Classic ’80s Cocktails Hold Up?

This post is waaaaay overdue! Imagine that–you try to write about the staying power of 3 ’80s cocktails, and life keeps getting in the way. From rodents in our attic to a possible root canal, there have been so many “real life” interruptions over the last two weeks, I need a cocktail now more than ever! So here goes…

A Tropical Summer Mocktail

June 28, 2017 by Kate Leave a Comment

A Tropical Summer Mocktail

Today’s post celebrates all things tropical! Plus, I’m sharing a recipe you can enjoy all summer long. It couldn’t be easier to make, and it’s a summer mocktail that packs a powerful punch…

A Rainbow Unicorn Milkshake

May 18, 2017 by Kate 1 Comment

A Rainbow Unicorn Milkshake

When it comes to consumables, there are some seriously crazy-amazing unicorn milkshake recipes out there, topped off with sculptural candy creations for the ultimate sugar rush. This one is lower on the candy content but higher on the ’80s style. Because this is what happens when you attempt to turn a rainbow unicorn sticker into a drink…

An Easy Cocktail with a Lemon Twist

April 27, 2017 by Kate Leave a Comment

An Easy Cocktail with a Lemon Twist

Today I’m sharing a super easy cocktail that can be mixed in 5 minutes… Plus, I needed a reason to show off these new Cylinder Pink Champagne Flutes from CB2. $2.95 apiece, folks! With a few simple ingredients and a splash of retro flair, you’ve got yourself a showstopper. That’s affordable. And delicious!

A Valentine’s Day Cocktail

February 14, 2017 by Kate 1 Comment

A Valentine’s Day Cocktail

Happy Valentine’s Day! Today I’m sharing a super quick, super easy cocktail that’s festive and not too sweet. With a little prosecco and a jar of maraschino cherries, you’re set! Yes, this Valentine’s Day cocktail is really that easy…

A Cotton Candy Martini

January 18, 2017 by Kate 2 Comments

A Cotton Candy Martini

Greetings, Everyone! Today I’m sharing a super-easy cocktail recipe that packs a powerful punch. It’s the cotton candy martini! With a little bit of cotton candy and some fabulous paper goods from BASH, you can create an instant party. Read on for the recipe and some sweet tips for a festive snack break…

A Sparkling New Year’s Eve

December 14, 2016 by Kate Leave a Comment

A Sparkling New Year’s Eve

Ready for some sparkle?! I’m really looking forward to 2017, so I couldn’t wait another day to share the photos from Mirror80’s New Year’s Eve shoot. I’ll also be sharing a few easy ways to throw a party together at the last minute. The answer: tinsel. Lots of tinsel! Keep reading for pics, tips, and a LOT of shimmer…

The Great Retro Halloween Roundup

October 24, 2016 by Kate Leave a Comment

The Great Retro Halloween Roundup

It’s the Great Retro Halloween Roundup! Today’s post is packed with Mirror80 photos, DIY ideas, and collected images from the past 6 years of blogging. Keep reading for three different aesthetics that awesomely celebrate the spookiest day of the year…

A New Romantic Fall Feast

October 18, 2016 by Kate 2 Comments

A New Romantic Fall Feast

Ready for a little bit of decadence? Using INXS’ music video for “The One Thing” as inspiration, I’ve created a New Romantic tablescape that’s fit for a fall feast! Keep reading for details and photos…

  • 1
  • 2
  • 3
  • …
  • 9
  • Next Page »

Mirror80 is a blog that celebrates the intersection of modern design and retro style. I'm Kate, and I enjoy exploring the look and feel of the "recent retro", with a focus on the late '70s through the early '90s. Welcome to Mirror80. Read More…

Categories

  • Art
  • DIY
  • Fashion
  • Film
  • Graphic Design
  • Interior Design
  • Interviews
  • Playlists
  • Reflections
  • Retro Foodie
  • Still Life
  • Television
  • Video Picks

Mirror80 Email List

Subscribe to our newsletter to receive a weekly email featuring our latest posts.
Fields marked with a * are required.

Like us on Facebook

Follow Us

  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • Pinterest
  • RSS
  • Tumblr
  • Twitter

Popular Posts

Recent Posts

  • Colorful Retro Geometry
  • Happy Easter Weekend
  • Life Lately…
  • An ’80s/’90s Chillout Playlist
  • A Pastel Party

Mirror80 on Pinterest

Art Direction & StilAn Iridescent HallowDIY Weepuls with HalDIY Weepuls with Hal
An Iridescent HallowAn Iridescent HallowDIY Weepuls with HalDIY Weepuls with Hal
An Iridescent HallowAn Iridescent HallowDIY Weepuls with HalD E S I G N L O V E
TAP

Recent Comments

  • KW on 1980s Interior Design Trend: Plants!
  • Mad on Colorful Retro Geometry
  • bryanambition on Colorful Retro Geometry
  • Kate on ’80s Movie Style: Weekend at Bernie’s
  • Kate on What We Can Learn from ’80s Restaurant Design

Mirror80 on Tumblr

DIY iridescent pumpkins…with confetti!DIY Weepuls with ‘80s movie taglines!Jumbo paperclips from the 1980sAn ‘80s-style notebook from the Expression series
DIY Weepuls with ‘80s horror movie taglines…just in time for Halloween!Which ‘80s movie featured this quote? (answer in the post)1980s folders from the Expression seriesDIY painted Easter eggs
DIY iridescent pumpkins!An ‘80s Easyfil folder from the Expression series‘80s movie trivia: Which movie featured this quote? (answer in the post)Colorful confetti for spring…behind the scenes at Mirror80
TAP

Latest Tweets

  • RT @decoist: 3 Easy Ways to Decorate with Velvet https://t.co/0qvCLttYUh @MirrorKate https://t.co/LIaUIYWEP9, Apr 25
  • My pleasure! I love the patterns and colors of your new line. Have you thought about designing baby clothes?! ;-) W… https://t.co/ftQHTpLKDE, Apr 23
  • RT @Roselady64: A beautiful sunny day, a good book, a sun hat, a long, cool drink and this gorgeous cabana style seating from… https://t.co/waiCWJjCjM, Apr 16
  • RT @decoist: The Top Outdoor Furniture Trends for 2018 https://t.co/XYYr01SYCO @MirrorKate https://t.co/NPMxzhcQfj, Apr 16
  • RT @decoist: How to Create Backyard Privacy for Your Outdoor Haven https://t.co/UGTQBQRkvO @MirrorKate https://t.co/P0p1kOPBiB, Apr 9
Follow @MirrorKate

Archives

Copyright © 2018 · Dynamik Website Builder on Genesis Framework · WordPress · Log in