Happy Monday, Everyone! This weekend I prepared for Mirror80’s latest Retro Foodie photo shoot, which will take place later today. The theme: Yuppie Cocktail Hour! I tested out the recipes yesterday, and my hubby and I enjoyed a swanky dinner of appetizers last night. Today I’ll be preparing the appetizers one more time, photographing them, then having my Mom over for lunch to celebrate the end of the shoot by gobbling up the goods. But first I wanted to share with you some weekend highlights…
’80s-Style Bathrooms!
Today we visit a few homes that haven’t been renovated in at least two decades. And unlike the folks at Ugly House Photos, we think the featured bathrooms in today’s post are pretty freakin’ awesome. Who needs granite countertops and dark wooden cabinets when you have patterned tile and bathtubs in any color but white? Thank goodness the fine folks who owned these homes left them alone, because now we have a pure glimpse into our favorite decade and the powder rooms that decorated it.
An ’80s-Style Glitterfest
Anyone else watch the Oscars last night? I enjoyed the show with my hubby, and we kept it simple with a healthy meal sandwiched between a decadent goat cheese appetizer and some sugary desserts. But that doesn’t take away from the fact that I’m still gathering flashy inspiration for the next Retro Foodie photo shoot for Mirror80. This we know: a yuppie cocktail party is the plan. I’m just trying to decide how much glitter to add to the event. Do I keep it simple with sleek details or glam it up? Today’s mood board goes off the glittery deep end. And there’s no shame in that…
’80s Teal Power
Happy Friday, Everyone! We’re commemorating the end of the week by reveling in teal finds with ’80s flair. It’s been fun watching this color make a comeback. In the 1980s, it was often paired with peach and mauve. Today we see it juxtaposed with black and crisp white, or accented with brights such as yellow and orange. We love the teal pieces above because of their ’80s style. Can you find trendier items for sale? Sure. But this post celebrates the past as much as the present…
Glamorous ’80s Glass Finds
There’s nothing like a little ’80s sparkle. Whether it comes from crystal, rhinestones or ice, there’s something wonderfully reflective about geometric finds that shine! Today’s material of choice is glass. And we can’t get enough of it. Which is why we can’t help but feature 5 unforgettable glass finds from the 1980s. Above we see Big 1980s Retro Glass Earrings from Etsy shop Original Vintage Classics. The best part: this jewelry is hand painted in gold leaf!
Happy Valentine’s Day from Mirror80!
Happy Valentine’s Day all you ’80s-lovers!!! For today’s featured images, I went back in time to the Valentine’s Days past of Mirror80. Whether you’re putting together a bouquet for your sweetie, purchasing a special gift for yourself, or starting a vintage silver jewelry collection, these pics are a rosy reminder of all things pretty in pink.
Escape to an ’80s-style Florida Condo…
Winter may still be in the air, but that doesn’t mean we can’t dream about a beachy getaway. Especially if that getaway involves ’80s-style condos that are due for a renovation. We think they’re perfect the way they are! We begin with a condo in crescent beach, shown above. How can you go wrong with a sectional sofa, rattan furniture, and plenty of pastels?!
Yuppie Cocktail Hour
This week at Mirror80, we’re shining a spotlight on the finer things in life. Swanky lobbies with black marble tile, gourmet food with fancy flourishes, and designer cocktails with a kick! Yes, we’re peeking into the world of the 1980s yuppie. If you’ve seen films like The Secret of My Success or Baby Boom, you know what we’re talking about. Yuppies worked hard, but they played even harder. And some of that play time involved cocktail parties and trips to restaurants like Gotham in New York…
Lobby Luxe Style
We at Mirror80 have made no secret of our love for lobby style. Call is Lobby Sleek, Lobby Chic, or Lobby Luxe, this look in some ways never left. Office buildings and hotels today still feature metallic planters and dramatic sculptures. Marble tile graces many a bank entry. And who doesn’t love a piece of geometric abstract art? We’re already planning our next foodie event, and this lobby grandeur is a style that we could get excited about. Now we just need some yuppie-fabulous recipes to complete the evening…
Retro Foodie: An ’80s Valentine’s Day Dessert Buffet!
It’s hard to imagine a holiday that’s more ’80s-worthy than Valentine’s Day. Whether you’re single or coupled, this is a time to revel in the myriad of dessert-themed visuals that can’t help but conjure the decadence of the 1980s. If you’ve been reading Mirror80 this month, you know that we created two mood boards in preparation for this Retro Foodie photo shoot. The first celebrates the glam side of ’80s Valentine’s Day style. The second emphasizes everything cute and candy-colored in the realm of ’80s sweets. After much thought and consideration, we decided to go cute. After all, we can veer into glam territory for a range of foodie adventures. But how often can you have a full-on ’80s-style sweet fest?! Read on for more details…
