Happy Tuesday, Everyone! Hope your weekend was a fabulous! I spent much of the weekend painting cabinets, so… I thought I’d share the beginnings of my laundry room makeover with you. My hubby and I moved into our place this past summer, and we’ve been working on each room little by little. After we made some changes such as replacing the bathroom countertops, we had to put other purchases on hold. Such as a washer and dryer. Well, the time has come to finally make these appliances our own. And it’s also time to stop neglecting our laundry room!
’80s Party Supplies
Feeling festive today? I am! I decided to stage an impromptu photo shoot using my growing stash of party supplies. You may recognize them from previous Retro Foodie photo shoots. Sprinkles, confetti, washi tape, swizzle sticks and more… I’ve grouped them into party concepts that would be fun for any retro-style fête. Now time to celebrate!
Retro Foodie: A Retro Valentine’s Day Party
Today we share our latest Retro Foodie photo shoot–a decadent Valentine’s Day party featuring an assortment of chocolate and cheese! The inspiration: heart-themed paper straws found at none other than Target. Their bold simplicity inspired the palette and style of this fête. A simple red heart cut from poster board serves as a classic backdrop, while a metallic vase filled with daisies sets an ’80s tone. Let’s talk about the food…
’80s Music Video Land: “Poison Arrow” by ABC
For our second installment of ’80s Music Video Land, we shine the spotlight on ABC. The band’s music videos beautifully capture an upscale romantic vibe, a world in which characters enjoy the finer things in life while navigating the difficulties of love. Which is exactly what we love about “Poison Arrow,” a track from ABC’s 1982 debut album The Lexicon of Love. From lead singer Martin Fry’s beloved gold lamé suit to the sparkling rhinestones of the leading lady’s necklace (that’s restaurateur and Real Housewife of Beverly Hills Lisa Vanderpump!), the fashion in this video is dramatic. Much like the lyrics of the song. And don’t get us started on the interior design!
Dreamy Valentine’s Day Pin-spiration
Happy Wednesday, Everyone! Whether you’re single or you’ve found the love of your life, one thing is for sure–Valentine’s Day has some real retro style possibilities… Yes, this holiday can be commercially annoying. But it’s also an excuse to eat delicious food, get together with the people you care about and enjoy a range of dreamy decorative elements that scream ’80s!!! Today we point you to our latest Pinterest board for some retro-style Valentine’s Day Pin-spiration. Featuring images from Mirror80 and beyond, this collection of visuals represents some of our favorite looks and motifs for February 14th.
’80s DIY Project: A Daily Planner Upgrade
We’re already a few weeks into 2014, so this daily planner makeover is long overdue! The secret ingredient in this easy DIY project: washi tape! Read on for all the details, as well as some of my personal goals for Mirror80 over the next year…
Retro Power Necklaces
It’s true, folks–I was a kid in the ’80s. Which means I’m old enough to have lived through some of the retro trends that are now re-emerging. It also means that by the time I was 12, I was building my own collection of ’80s power jewelry. Thick silver chains, heavy bracelets and Deco-style earrings–you name it! Yes, while still playing with dolls (which I never would have admitted), I was leaving for school in the morning looking like a high-power career woman on her way to the nightclub. But now that I’m out of the tween phase, it’s time to give retro power necklaces a second look…
An ’80s DIY Project: Marble Tile Art
Remember our ‘80s-style gift wrap tutorial? Today we take one of our favorite ingredients—marble-pattern contact paper–and use it to embellish a series of tiles for a geometric statement with retro style! Our inspiration: bank and hotel lobbies of the 1980s , as well as solid marble platters from Stone Theatre, which are a part of […]
’80s Music Video Land: “Radio Silence” by Thomas Dolby
Today we begin a new series on Mirror80! It’s one I’ve been excited about for quite some time now. I’ve made no secret of my love for ’80s music videos, and I’ve spent time discussing why they’re so dreamy. During the Decade of Decadence, the music video was a new outlet for expressing creativity, so artists tried just about anything and everything to make an impact. And some AMAZING visual styles resulted. Which is why today we launch ’80s Music Video Land! A couple times a month, I’ll be featuring a super-stylish 1980s music video, then delving into the visual style headfirst. Fashion, interior design, art–we’ll cover it all!
An Awards Show Party with Retro Style
Anyone watching the Golden Globes this weekend? What about the Oscars in March? Folks, I love movies. I love swanky decor. I love food. That’s why I can’t miss an awards show, as it combines all three–and gives me an excuse to prepare something special to eat. Whether you’re throwing an awards show party or spending a quiet evening at home enjoying the fun, today we present a few ideas for a scrumptious viewing experience…
