Hope everyone’s having a good weekend! I decided to tackle a few projects in my dining room and wanted to share the results. This room has appeared in many of Mirror80’s Retro Foodie posts, and to be honest, it’s always been a work in progress. As you can tell by the photo above, it’s not a strictly ’80s space, although it does feature many ’80s elements. I like to call it “retro eclectic”…
New Decor/Retro Flair: IKEA
Today’s edition of New Decor/Retro Flair is all about IKEA. Because everyone loves a good bargain! There’s a breezy vibe to the brand’s newest arrivals, and before the fall collection emerges, let’s revel in a bit of summer style, shall we?! Check out the links below for all the retro-modern details…
A Halt and Catch Fire Interview with Lance Totten – Part 2
Did you catch Part 1 of our interview with Halt and Catch Fire Set Decorator Lance Totten? When the ’80s design knowledge is this good, you can’t contain it in one interview…which is why today we present Part 2! For the past two seasons, Lance has brought his expertise to the beloved AMC drama Halt and Catch Fire. Read on as he tells us how he tracks down those amazing retro computers, how he covers the walls of the set with amazing artwork time and time again, and how the 1980s have influenced his life and work…
New Decor/Retro Flair: Sleek and Chic
In today’s edition of New Decor/Retro Flair, we take things in a sleek direction. Many of the featured finds above are from the new fall collections (yes, fall decor is already arriving in stores!), and we’re loving the ’70s/’80s undertones in these chic modern pieces. Get ready for neutral hues and powerful contrasts, plus a dash of peach. Read on for links and details…
Still Life Style: Colorful Objects
Today Mirror80 presents a special edition of Still Life Style, highlighting a collection of simple colorful objects that create still life magic when combined. In my living room, I keep an IKEA glass display case that serves as a canvas for my rotating installation of still life vignettes. I’m a big fan of simple, easy-to-find materials, as well as vibrant colors such as blue, red and yellow. Below you’ll find a few snapshots of my favorite objects and combinations…
New Decor/Retro Flair: Neon Geometry
For Mirror80’s latest edition of New Decor/Retro Flair, we head in a neon direction. It’s summer, after all! From artwork and tabletop decor to napkins and office supplies, check out these fresh finds in a rainbow of neon hues…
A Colorful Summer Party
Here in the USA, we’re preparing for a long 4th of July holiday weekend! If you’re searching for colorful tabletop ideas, today’s post is for you. I’m sharing the photos from my latest Mirror80 shoot, which combines retro flair with the current abstract art and Memphis-Milano revivals. While the color scheme will definitely work for the 4th of July, this vibrant tabletop can carry you through the summer, especially since tropical plants are involved!
Design Inspiration: Colorful ’80s Interiors
There are many ’80s design trends that influence my style as I make attempts to infuse my place with personality (stripes, borders and plants, to name a few). Today I’m shining the spotlight on one irresistible, magical 1980s formula for success: vibrant artwork + a checkered floor + lots of plants = design perfection! Even if you don’t adopt this look in your home, it can inspire a range of vignettes, such as tablescapes.
New Decor/Retro Flair: Summer Style
As you may have noticed, summer is in full effect here at Mirror80. Today we continue our New Decor/Retro Flair series with a roundup of colorful and serene items that are the epitome of “summer chill”. With a modern take on retro motifs, the decor above proves that when it comes to summer style, nothing beats clean lines and a smooth palette. Read on for details and links…
A Dreamy ’80s Deco Still Life Shoot
Today I’m sharing a few snapshots from my latest photo shoot. The subjects of these still life pics are ’80s Deco ceramics! If you caught Mirror80’s latest post on the set design of the 1982 film Tootsie, you saw plenty of sleek ceramics in shades of lavender and pink. The movie inspired me to line up my ’80s vases and swans and photograph them. The flowers you see above are peonies, and once the petals started falling, the shoot took on kind of a dreamy quality, so I went with it. Here are a few more images…enjoy!
