Since fall is in full force, I thought I’d reflect back on the last few Novembers at Mirror80. Each year, I’m inspired to create a fall tablescape, and I’m heavily influenced by ’80s motifs, as well as new design trends. Read on for details and mood boards filled with LOTS of retro-modern images…
A New Romantic Fall Feast
Ready for a little bit of decadence? Using INXS’ music video for “The One Thing” as inspiration, I’ve created a New Romantic tablescape that’s fit for a fall feast! Keep reading for details and photos…
Columns: An ’80s Interior Design Trend
Columns are always in style–after all, they provide a key architectural function. But in the 1980s, they were extra fabulous! Read on as we take a look at the design magic of ’80s columns, from the minimalist to the totally decked out…
Fall at Mirror80
In honor of fall’s arrival, today I’m sharing some of my favorite Mirror80 posts…and giving you a sneak preview of what’s to come in the next couple of months! Keep reading for plenty of fun fall project ideas, lots of retro-modern styling, and a little taste of autumn!
’80s Bathroom Style: Tub Talk
In the ’80s, bathroom remodels became an ever-growing design trend. After all, the yuppie lifestyle meant long hours of work, so having a home sanctuary was important. If you had the right job in a city like New York, working hard meant earning the money to renovate your place and add special features such as a deep soaking tub, shiny grid tile, and chrome finishes…
Summer to Fall
If it’s hard for you to say goodbye to summer, I feel your pain! Until a few days ago, I had a paper pineapple garland hanging near the front door, and I maybe just might still be putting little drink umbrellas in all of my beverages. I decided to mentally prepare myself for autumn by doing a fun “summer-to-fall” photo shoot that showed a progression of leaves and blossoms…
An Interview with David Zakrzewski
I couldn’t be more excited about today’s interview! David Zakrzewski experienced the best in ’80s retail design during the Decade of Decadence. Before becoming a Public Relations practitioner, David was an interior decorator and retail sales associate for four years at Los Angeles’ renowned Beverly Center. Get ready for a lesson in ’80s retail design, as well as a firsthand account of what it was like to be at the center of cutting-edge mall culture when it mattered most…
Summer Staycation
Hi Everyone! I’m getting ready to take a few days off this week and enjoy a little staycation. But first, I’m sharing some fun links and retro-modern items to check out at your leisure. Wishing you all a lovely week ahead…
New Decor/Retro Flair: Geo Minimal
The fall collections are pouring in, and I’ve enjoyed checking out fun new color combinations (such as camel and pink), as well as exploring the latest trends. Lucky for ’80s design lovers, a geo minimal look is going strong, and leading the way in this sculptural, clean-lined aesthetic is CB2.
Behind the Scenes: Pastel Edition
Hi Everyone! I’m in pastel paradise over here, and I wanted to share some snapshots of my behind-the-scenes endeavors. Some are blog-related, and others are simply personal projects I’m working on…like finding the perfect Mai Tai recipe!
