Reflecting on recent retro style
Well, it’s been a minute!
This year we’re keeping our “Thanksgiving table” simple with a fall picnic and fresh food.
A post on learning to run the race, even if you’re still figuring it all out…
Today’s post is about pasta. And unpredictability.
Wishing you Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays and more as we prepare to slow down for a bit! Whether you’re in the middle of a long break or taking a little time off here and there, try to fill these moments with the people you love and something special you enjoy…
Today I’d like to share two DIY projects I recently created for Decoist! The first is a DIY Christmas centerpiece, shown above. Faux greenery and shiny silver spray paint combine with glass ball ornaments to evoke a retro-fabulous statement piece that screams Art Deco, Mid-Century and ’80s, all at the same time!
Happy Saturday, Everyone! I wanted to share a few snapshots from my holiday decorating endeavors! My Christmas decorating style has changed quite a bit over time, and for the last couple of years, it’s been all about the bright colors. I’m also a huge fan of mixed metallics, so my dining room is home to a trio of tabletop trees in shades of silver and gold. Here’s how it all came together in a modern take on retro decor…
Are you a fan of ’80s art? Perhaps you’ll love this 1980s-style holiday card as much I do… Created by artist and graphic designer Taylor Hillestad, this artistic greeting showcases the Deco design and clean lines of our favorite decade. When Taylor sent the card my way, I knew I wanted to share it with Mirror80 readers just in time for Christmas! Taylor’s inspiration: ’80s landscape art, Deco style and the use of gradients.
Looking for some last-minute gift wrap ideas? This weekend I had a major gift wrapping session, and I let the ’80s be my guide. From the tears of a clown mask to the marble tile of a hotel lobby, the inspiration for today’s projects comes from a variety of sources. Read on for more shiny retro fun, including all of the DIY details…
Hi Everyone! What are you up to on this last weekend before Christmas? I’m catching up on sleep, cleaning the house, finishing up my Christmas shopping, and preparing for tomorrow’s gift wrapping session. I’ll be sharing some fun ’80s-style gift wrap ideas on Monday, so stay tuned! If you’re looking for a little bit of retro Christmas inspiration, head on over to our latest Mirror80 holiday Pinterest board, filled with images from Mirror80 Christmases past and present. It’s packed with lots of color, geometry and glitz! Wishing you a weekend that is both relaxing and productive…
Happy Monday, Everyone! With last week’s surgery behind me, I’m now officially ready for the holidays! Stay tuned for some fun blog posts in the coming days, from the Mirror80 Gift Guide to a book release from one of our favorite ’80s insiders. I thought I’d start the week by sharing some pics with you. It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas at my place, and I’ve had fun decking the halls and the walls with retro-style decor that complements the space. Geometric art is abundant in our living room, so we wanted a tree with bright ornaments that celebrate the whimsy of ultra-colorful ’80s design. We enjoyed creating a timeless modern look that fit our home…
Happy Monday, Everyone! We know–Thanksgiving hasn’t even come and gone, and we’re already talking about Christmas! BUT many of our readers are DIYers–people who roll up their sleeves and get creative on a regular basis. And now is the time to start gathering what you need for the holiday season, deciding what to make and what to buy, and possibly even pulling out that box of Christmas decorations at the end of the week. So today we shine the spotlight on new decor with the potential to go retro…
Mirror80 wishes you the Merriest of Christmases and the Happiest of Holidays! Enjoy this match-up of ’80s-style holiday decor, inspired by the 1987 film Less Than Zero. And more than anything, as busy as this day can be, take a minute to enjoy the love and peace it brings, even in the smallest of kind gestures.
This weekend I began wrapping my Christmas presents! Last year I used paper in muted colors, ribbon in rich hues, and bits of jewelry as decorative accents. This year I decided to go all out with a full-on color explosion. And it’s funny how just a few bright touches do the trick. Since we’re in the middle of a neon revival and neon was a true ’80s trend, why not make it a fluorescent holiday? Read on for more details…
