My plan for today’s post was to revel in the ’80s goodness of beach resort movies. Yet after re-watching the 1988 film Cocktail after many years, I realized that its best design moments happen away from the beach. Keep reading for a recap of the movie (spoilers follow), as well as some fun retro screen shots…
A Wallpaper Giveaway from Graham & Brown
Today Mirror80 is partnering with Graham & Brown for a special giveaway. One lucky winner will receive a prize worth $200 of wallpaper! Not only is wallpaper an interesting way to make a big impact around the entire room, you can use it to highlight one accent wall, or you can frame a large section of wallpaper to create a mural. Keep reading for details on how to enter the contest, as well as info on a great discount for all Mirror80 readers…
Stranger Things: Get the Look
The perfect blend of comfort and mystery. That’s what it feels like to revel in the interior design of a movie or television series set in the 1980s. Especially when the story involves an other-worldly element, such as the extra terrestrial in E.T. or the alternate dimension of Stranger Things…
Retro-Modern Roundup: Summer Thrills
Happy Wednesday, Everyone! What a fun and exciting summer for fans of ’80s style, thanks to a brand new Netflix series, an amazing weekly radio show, and other intriguing developments. Today I’m rounding up the latest in retro-modern news, and throwing in a few fun photos for good measure…
7 Easy Ways to Bring ’80s Style Home
Today’s post is all about ’80s style on a budget! Getting an ’80s look at home has never been easier, thanks to a range of new products that channel the past. Today I’m sharing a few of my favorite design tips, so keep reading for a few quick ideas that will bring an instant ’80s feel to your interior…
The Yuppie Shuffle
Ah, to be a young upwardly mobile professional (yuppie) in the ’80s! Having goals never hurt, especially when accomplishing them landed you a killer job, a fabulous New York apartment, and the ability to live a life of decadence on your night off. Today we’re taking a look at the way yuppies were portrayed in film and magazines during the 1980s…
10 Vibrant ’80s Summer Party Ideas
Summer is in full swing! If you’re planning a summer party with an ’80s theme, the good news is that the Decade of Decadence is back. In a big way! Get ready for palm leaves, bright hues and geo forms…
Colorful AMAC Boxes
If you remember these M-Series plastic boxes from the ’80s, you may be surprised to know that AMAC has been manufacturing them since the ’60s. In fact, they’re a vibrant piece of design history, and you can find them in the permanent design collection at MoMA!
Patterned Wallpaper: Then and Now
Remember when design lovers couldn’t wait to take a scraper to the walls after moving to a new home marked by patterned wallpaper? My, how things have changed! With a wallpaper revival in full effect, there’s never been a better time to surround yourself with an array of colors and patterns…
Top Gun Style: A Tropical Patio
When it comes to relaxing this summer, I’ve been watching a LOT of ’80s movies, and last week was all about Top Gun. This 1986 film directed by Tony Scott features one-liners like “I feel the need…the need for speed!” But today the focus is on slowing down and chilling out from the comfort of a retro-style patio. Yes, this entire blog post is devoted to the patio scene from Top Gun…
