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.
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.
Spring Collection Spotlight: Urban Outfitters
There’s definitely something dreamy going on in the realm of modern interiors. Geometry and mixed materials are hot, hot, hot, along with nods to ’70s and ’80s design. Think unusual wall hangings, bold angles, pastels, shaggy textures, and a combination of earthy style and Memphis motifs. Urban Outfitters’ spring collection perfectly captures this look. And with affordability! Win!
1980s Interior Design Trend: Plants!
So many plants, so little time… Today’s post is dedicated to 1980s interiors decked out in greenery. Plants were one of the biggest trends in interior design from the Decade of Decadence. Not to mention, plants were a big deal in ’70s design, and houseplants are experiencing a HUGE revival as we speak. Let’s face it: plants are timeless! Ready for a closer look?
Spring Collection Spotlight: The Land of Nod
Welcome to Mirror80’s 2nd edition of Spring Collection Spotlight! Last week we celebrated a slew of new retro-modern offerings from CB2, and today we’re highlighting our favorite spring arrivals from The Land of Nod. Yes, this is a store for children’s decor. Whether you have kids or you’re a kid at heart, you can’t help but appreciate The Land of Nod’s ’80s-meets-modern approach to design. Ready for a closer look?…
1980s Interior Design Trend: Platform Beds
Happy Monday, Everyone! I thought I’d kick off the week with a look at a popular 1980s design trend, thanks to some amazing images from my favorite ’80s Tumblrs. Today’s highlighted trend: platform beds! Often seen in contemporary bedrooms, these clean-lined features created a super-stylish and serene focal point back in the day, often without pillows. Above we see a 1991 New York sleeping space, courtesy of Zonkout. Ready for a few more?
1980s Interior Design: Cozy Spaces
Happy Holidays, Everyone! For the last few weeks, I’ve enjoyed writing many seasonal posts filled with DIY gift ideas, decorating projects and more. But today I’m taking a break from the holiday bustle and getting back to Mirror80’s roots–a true love for retro design…
The Mirror80 2014 Holiday Gift Guide
Happy Holidays, Everyone! Today we unveil the Mirror80 2014 Holiday Gift Guide, complete with 20 of our favorite finds from the past year. We’ve organized these gift ideas by price range, and there are treasures here for girls and guys alike. A few of these retro-style items are true recommendations (since we’ve purchased them and already love them). Others are wish list dreams. All are fabulous! Happy shopping…
Mirror80 November Favorites
Happy December! We have some amazing features planned for this month, including more original photo shoots, some fabulous holiday gift ideas, and a collection of ’80s interiors that will redefine rad retro style. Before we face the approaching winter, let’s revel in a few fall memories. Below you will find links to some of our very favorite November posts…
