Valentine’s Day has arrived, and while this holiday has gotten way out of hand commercially, there are some eternal truths worth acknowledging. Like love and friendship.
Spotlight: Il Giardino Luxor
Today we spotlight the celebration of 1980s design that is Etsy shop Il Giardino Luxor! If you are an ’80s enthusiast in search of mind-blowing graphic design and candy-colored school supplies that look good enough to eat, you’ve found your treasure stash! In addition to favorites like glittery erasers and shiny paperclips, there’s a dash of the unexpected, from rare ’80s Deco artwork to cutting edge pencil cases that could double as clutches.
Friday Video Pick–DIY Makeover Edition: “Brand New Girl” by Julie Brown
Mirror80 wraps up DIY week with a makeover-themed music video from the movie Earth Girls Are Easy starring Geena Davis and Julie Brown. Stylistically, the film channels that magical blend of Mid-Century style and ’80s Modern flair. In the video for “Brand New Girl,” characters dance around a beauty shop that combines elements of 1950s decor and 1980s motifs a la Memphis-Milano design. Let the film’s sets inspire you and the makeover mood empower you to embrace DIY magic in the realms of interior design and fashion.
Best ’80s Video Hairstyles
In lieu of a Friday Video Pick, today we’re getting follical. Or shall we say follicle? Yes, it’s a celebration of ’80s hair, executed by counting down the top five 1980s music video hairdos of all time. Let’s start with a disclaimer: TODAY’S EXERCISE IS PURELY FOR FUN. We know we’re being totally subjective.
A Very ’80s Valentine’s Day
It must be love–a love of ’80s style. Whether you enjoy reveling in Valentine’s Day motifs or you’re looking for some seasonal reading material, these blog posts below should pique your interest with their heart-filled content. Love through the lens of the ’80s was brighter, shinier and flashier. Not to mention super cute! Enjoy:
I Heart ’80s Silver Jewelry
Remember those days when the only thing brighter than the sun was the radiant sheen of your polished sterling silver jewelry? And you were probably too young to be wearing giant bows, hearts and teddy bears on your earlobes, wrists, fingers and neckline? Not that the motifs weren’t pre-teen fabulous, but man, was that stuff big! As Valentine’s Day approaches, I thought I’d dust off my old sterling silver heart jewelry and see what was worth revisiting..
Pic Fix: Our Favorite Images
For today’s Pic Fix, we’ve grabbed our favorite images from past Mirror80 blog posts for a snapshot of 1980s style. From a colorful dessert to a celebration of album cover graphics, these pics reflect the vibrancy and geometry of ’80s design.
Christmas at Mirror80
The week of Christmas is upon us! For your seasonal enjoyment, we’ve compiled our favorite winter posts. From George Michael’s ski bunny style to a DIY project based on 1980s stickers, you’re sure to find something you love as you peruse the features below. Have a very ’80s Holiday!
Blade Runner Fashion
This week Mirror80 celebrates the cinematic wonder that is Ridley Scott’s Blade Runner. Today we explore the film’s amazing costume design by Michael Kaplan and Charles Knode, as well as its fashion-forward possibilities! With at least part of Blade Runner’s inspiration rooted in 1940s film noir, it makes sense that the film’s leads would be decked out in detective- and ’40s-inspired fashion. With a modern twist, of course.
Pic Fix: Blade Runner
This week has been a long time coming… Those who’ve known me for awhile are well aware of my obsession with the 1982 film Blade Runner. Ridley Scott’s vision of the future was a cinematic breakthrough, and many agree that no film since has matched its layered, detailed depiction of a breathtaking, cluttered dystopia. This week at Mirror80, we’ll delve into the world of this sci-fi masterpiece, exploring its look, including the costume and set design (and ways to incorporate its style into fashion and interior design). Get ready to revel in the cyberpunk, tech noir wonder that is Blade Runner!
