Happy Wednesday, Everyone! I’ve been in a thrifting mood lately, and the experience has restored my faith in the return of 1980s collectibles! I thought I’d share some of my favorite finds with you, especially those with interesting lines and curves. Some were a few dollars. And then there are those pieces that are worth paying a bit more for, especially if they aren’t that easy to track down. Like the retro Toyo vase above, which I purchased from Etsy shop Vintage Lanie.
The ’80s Connection: Skylar Strickland
Recently I’ve had the pleasure of striking up a correspondence with Skylar Strickland, an expert on the topic of 1980s design. His vast knowledge on the decade’s best interiors, decor trends and product design quickly became evident, especially when he gave me a glimpse of his extensive collection of design links, images and finds. While growing up in Florida, Skylar lived in a home filled with cutting-edge ’80s treasures. Meanwhile, many of us who were kids during that time grew up in locations where that detailed level of artful 1980s design was… well, let’s just say it wasn’t happening. What was it like being at the center of the decade’s design best? Let’s find out by talking with an expert who isn’t afraid to share his opinion…
Bring on the Beige…
Ever since I painted my fireplace in shades of tan and beige, I’ve been a bit obsessed with these ’70s/’80s hues. Whether they veer to the gray end of the spectrum or they’re golden a la camel, they’re perfect for fall. Today I’ve rounded up some retro finds in warm tones. Read on for more details…
Shopping for Vintage ’80s Deco Finds…
Happy Monday, Everyone! Lately I’ve been in a thrifting kind of mood…and there’s nothing I’d rather shop for than ’80s Deco finds. If you read Friday’s post, you know that I’m on the lookout for some ’80s Deco decor for my powder room. This weekend I found another amazing vase (stay tuned for a future post sharing all my finds for that space). But I’ve also been on the hunt for some ’80s fashion finds! It all started when I found the gorgeous blouse above from Etsy shop Tigerlily Vintage. It has a tropical vibe that mixes well with exotic ’80s Deco pieces, and a rich color palette makes it perfect for transitioning into fall. Here are some other fabulous items currently available on Etsy…
’80s Set Design: The Neptune Room from Jaws 3-D
Oh, to be a kid in the ’80s! Only then was it appropriate to take a car full of second graders to the movie theater so they could enjoy a viewing of Jaws 3-D, complete with floating limbs, maimed corpses and brutal shark attacks. OK, so this is nothing compared to the actual terror of today’s “Shark Week” on the Discovery Channel, but it’s still funny to me that so many of my friends (and I) were allowed to enjoy repeat viewings of this film while in grade school. Hey, it was rated PG! I give it an A+ for set design, which I didn’t fully appreciate as a child…
Geometric ’80s-Style Wall Art
Happy Monday, everyone! We thought we’d start out the week with an ode to ’80s-style wall art. While researching a blog post on wall murals for my Decoist gig, I came across some amazing 1980s-inspired geometric creations. I’ve written several posts on wall decals, but I never imagined there were options out there that channeled my favorite decade. So without further ado, today we spotlight colorful artistic finds that celebrate ’80s geometry…
Colorful ’80s Design!
Lately I’ve been obsessed with colorful ’80s design. I’m not necessarily talking Memphis-Milano style here, although there certainly is some overlap. I’m thinking of those contemporary homes of the 1980s that featured white walls, hardwood floors, and an abundance of radiant accents. Modern art, geometric motifs and glass block were a few signature staples of this style, as was a confetti-inspired festivity that looked good enough to eat. And in the fashion realm, it was all about the vibrant knits and geometric jewelry. Let’s take a closer look…
’80s Interior Design by Jason D. Lesonic
When I first learned of Jason D. Lesonic’s ’80s-fabulous apartment, I was sure of two things: 1) Rarely does an interior so seamlessly blend authentic bold elements of 1980s style, and 2) I had to feature the apartment on Mirror80! Today we feature Mirror80’s first guest post, written by Jason D. Lesonic himself! Take it away, Jason…
Retro Sunroom Style
There are some industries that never seem to replace the ’70s/’80s visuals they use to market their products and services. And we couldn’t be happier about that! In fact, we’ve profiled the retro style of Poconos and Niagara Falls hotel marketing materials, as well as the ’80s style of Florida vacation condos. Today we’re all about the sunrooms…
Remember These?: AMAC Boxes
Happy Thursday, Everyone! I recently joined the Fab bandwagon, and I’ve been loving the way this hit e-commerce company curates unique and interesting finds…like these AMAC boxes that have been manufactured since the ’60s. And as a child in the ’80s, I collected them with a vengeance, using them to hold stickers and other cute […]
