Welcome to our 2014 Halloween roundup! Remember last October, when we revisited our favorite ’80s Halloween posts? This year’s collection of pics will hopefully serve as inspiration for your upcoming Halloween party. Not throwing a party this year? You can still enjoy these festive suggestions for making the most of the year’s scariest, most carefree holiday. Read on for all the details…
Retro-Modern Pumpkin Centerpieces
Happy Friday, Everyone! Today I’m sharing the pics from my latest photo shoot–a tribute to the retro power of fall produce. Pumpkins and gourds are the items of choice here, but instead of traditional arrangements featuring fall leaves, we’re shining the spotlight on accents such as marble, mirrors and tropical greenery. The result: a fresh approach to the fall centerpiece, and one that can’t help but channel ’80s-meets-modern design. Check out the images that follow, as well as some seasonal entertaining tips…
Home Is Where the Grid Is
Did you catch yesterday’s post featuring retro rooms filled with grid motifs? We call it grid-spiration. Today we’ve rounded up some grid-fabulous finds that can help you get an ’80s look at home. As you’ll soon see, the price range varies from designer to super affordable. If all else fails, buy some grid wall panels (the kind used in retail displays) and go to town! And don’t get us started on all of the budget-friendly grid-themed artwork on Society6, or the option of making your own with a white panel and some black electrical tape. Enjoy…
Grid-spiration
Today on Mirror80, it’s grid mania. Yes, grid mania! This popular ’80s motif is back in a big way. But before we get caught up in the current grid revival, let’s take a look back at some images from the decade of decadence–pics that reveal just how grids played out in the world of retro design.
Retro Roundup: The New Memphis
It’s an exciting time to be a Memphis-Milano aficionado! Due to the ongoing revival of this popular ’80s design style, a whole new wave of Memphis mania has emerged. Memphis design often makes an appearance in still life photography. Plus, some of the original Memphis Group designers (such as Nathalie Du Pasquier) are helping to create a fresh batch of products for a new generation. Not to mention, iconic Memphis pieces are being sold alongside the Memphis-style work of new designers through retailers such as Memphis Design Store.
Retro Interior Design Motif: Green Diagonal Stripes
Several years ago I purchased The Decorating Book by Mary Gilliatt, and it’s been my ’80s design guide ever since. One of the images that truly captivated me was the photo above. That carpet and textile pattern, identified as nothing more than green and white diagonal stripes, really stuck with me–so much so that I’ve considered trying to duplicate it with paint on the inside of my open kitchen shelving. Turns out this pattern appeared in a variety of ’70s and ’80s interiors. Today we take a look at some of these stellar spaces…
1980s Interior Design Trend: Stripes
I’m completely addicted to 1980s interior design Tumblrs. Are you with me here? Actually, it’s not just the Tumblrs. It’s the Pinterest boards as well. And the design books from the Decade of Decadence, such as The Decorating Book by Mary Gilliatt. Since Mirror80 is dedicated to bringing you the best in ’80s-meets-modern design, you can bet that I’ll be featuring a slew of 1980s interiors, grouping them by theme so you can see how certain motifs and trends played out back in the day. Today’s featured trend: stripes!
’80s Interior Design Tumblr: DRY DOCK SHOP
Happy Friday, Everyone! When the end of the week comes, I really feel like going into “escape” mode. Today we escape into the world of swanky ’80s interiors, thanks to my favorite new Tumblr DRY DOCK SHOP. Seriously–have you checked out this Tumblr, folks?! A-M-A-Z-I-N-G. It does for ’80s interior design what 80s ART does for the art of our favorite decade! The images are sourced, the featured interiors come from the best magazines and design books of the ’70s and ’80s, and the catalog is comprehensive. Really comprehensive!
Retro Roundup: Color and Form
Hi Everyone! Today we begin a new series called Retro Roundup. Every couple of weeks, we’ll take a look at the latest news and creative endeavors of the “recent retro” nature. This includes items from decades past, as well as new ways that retro style is emerging in today’s world of fashion, art, design and pop culture. Kind of a “check this out” celebration! We also invite you to add your discoveries in the comments section below. And now for our first installment…
10 Modern IKEA Items for Under $50
Last night my hubby and I went to IKEA to try and find a small media console. While we’re still figuring out what we want in that department, I was happily distracted by a slew of affordable finds throughout the store. Today I feature 10 of my favorites, all of which are under $50, and most of which are much less than that! These items definitely have a retro-meets-modern look, which is why I love them. Read on for more details…
