We spend a lot of time talking about 1980s style here at Mirror80, but today we’re heading back to the ’70s. Yet it’s different from past visions of the 1970s filled with orange, mustard and avocado tones. It’s the ’70s re-imagined through dreamy photographs, an abundance of plants, large mineral specimens, geometric terrariums, and wall […]
A Retro-Modern Science Fiction Aesthetic
I’ve been working on a short story about time travel, and I’ve been super influenced by a retro-modern science fiction aesthetic that consists of stark, geometric visuals. I started a Science Fiction board on Pinterest, and today I’m sharing some of my favorite images. Exactly what types of photos spark sci-fi inspiration? Keep reading for a closer look…
Mirror80 Favorites: Early 2015
Now that we’re officially into March, I wanted to revisit some of my favorite Mirror80 posts from early 2015. The photos above reflect my commitment to making this blog your top source for recent retro style, including mid-’70s through mid-’90s design trends, as well as new decor finds with roots in the past. Here’s a little more about Mirror80, complete with links to the best posts of early 2015…
Spring Collection Spotlight: West Elm
For today’s edition of Spring Collection Spotlight, we’re showcasing new offerings from West Elm, many of which are part of the brand’s collaboration with Kate Spade Saturday. Playful motifs, clean lines and a big dose of ’80s style fill the new collection, and we couldn’t be happier about it! Ready for a closer look?…
Golden Girls Style: Florida Glam
If you caught our first post on Golden Girls style (from 4 years ago!), you’ll love what we have in store for you today. In fact, today’s post features some pretty amazing Florida real estate photos, from a condo building with unbelievable tropical landscaping to some glam interiors that look like something right out of Blanche, Dorothy, Rose and Sophia’s home.
Decadent Food Pairings
It’s Oscar Sunday, and in honor of tonight’s festivities, I thought I’d share a couple of my favorite food pairings with you. In fact, these two combinations have been getting A LOT of attention in the foodie realm. Let’s take a quick snack break, complete with retro styling, shall we?…
Still Life Style: Simple Materials
For today’s edition of Still Life Style, we revel in the beauty of simple forms. Yet there’s nothing simple about these images! The artistry involved in arranging compositions featuring materials such as wood, marble, metal and sponge can’t be denied, and when you add a pastel palette, the objects look good enough to eat! Lately I’ve been spending a lot of time on Pinterest, and here are some of my favorite still life-style finds…
The Modern Sculpture of Esther Ruiz
The sculpture of Esther Ruiz has an other-worldly feel, yet also a vibe that can’t help but evoke a sense of ’80s style. Think New Memphis meets Neon Noir, with a unique twist! Combining materials such as hydraulic cement, Plexiglas, neon and minerals, Ruiz creates compositions that are both clean-lined and chunky. Bold colors come to life on their cement platforms, and unexpected pairings of reflective surfaces and interesting forms are truly captivating. Here are a few of our favorites…
1980s Interior Design Spotlight: Florida Real Estate
It’s the start of a new week, and I’m excited to share today’s image-packed post with you! First I’d like to begin by thanking ’80s interior design expert Skylar Strickland, who you will remember from a Mirror80 interview we published back in August of 2013. Skylar has recently launched a 1980s interior design Tumblr called 80s Heaven, which features a range of retro-fabulous images, including many real estate photos of ’80s-built houses.
Happy Valentine’s Day
So we’re coming up on Valentine’s Day weekend, and I wanted to share a few of my recent photos with you. Let me start by saying that I know this is kind of a weird holiday. Like all holidays, it can be lonely if you’re missing somebody, and the heavy advertising at this time of year doesn’t help. With that said, I’ve always believed that Valentine’s Day is a great excuse to do something nice for yourself. And for the people you care about, including friends and family.
