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Reflecting on recent retro style

Love My Way

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A post on learning to run the race, even if you’re still figuring it all out…

’80s Art Picks: Abstract Pastels

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Happy Wednesday, Everyone! Today we kick off a new series called ’80s Art Picks! Every couple of weeks, I’ll be rounding up my favorite selections from sources such as eBay and Etsy. The focus: interesting, affordable pieces currently for sale. I love heading to Goodwill and other thrift stores for my ’80s art finds, but sometimes it’s nice to look for exactly what you want online and order the artwork of your dreams with the click of a few keys. Today’s theme is abstract pastel art from the 1980s.

’80s Tumblr Style

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One of our favorite sources for ’80s inspiration is Tumblr. In fact, at this point in time, Tumblr is the single best source for 1980s art and design images online! Today we take a look a variety of our favorite photos, showcased by a variety of our favorite Tumblrs! Above we see a fetching mineral sample from Commonchant.

Mirror80 April Highlights

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Hi Everyone! April was a busy month for us here at Mirror80. We spent a week reveling in a marble-infused style we like to call “Lobby Chic,” we began planning our next Retro Foodie photo shoot, and I (Kate) was featured in a Designer Profile that highlighted the style and mission of Mirror80. And that’s just the tip of the iceberg!…

A Geo Montage Inspired by Brian Halsey

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Hanging on the wall behind my dining room table are two 1980s serigraphs by artist Brian Halsey. They were a gift from my dear friend Jeff, originally on display in his father’s office during the ’80s. You can see glimpses of one Halsey serigraph at the top of this post. My new obsession: Halsey serigraphs in electric blue. In fact, they inspired today’s montage, featuring an array of geometric finds, from jewelry to minerals. Read on for more details…

New Albums with ’80s-Style Cover Art

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Happy Wednesday, Everyone! Today we take a look at three new albums that showcase some amazing ’80s-style cover art. The kind of cover art that could easily become wall art in your home! In fact, I’m currently working on an album cover montage for my entryway, and today’s selections are serious contenders…

Mirror80 February Highlights

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Happy March, Mirror80 Readers! We’re definitely a few days into a new month, and we have some fun features in store. But first we wanted to take a minute and reflect on some of our favorite February posts. Over the past few weeks, we’ve spent quality time crafting new DIY creations, reflecting on sources of inspiration for ’80s design projects, exploring some exciting new fashion and decor offerings with retro style, and connecting with others who are celebrating a love for the decade of decadence through their own unique endeavors. Check out the images and links that follow, and be sure to visit any February posts you may have missed!