Today I’m THRILLED to be collaborating with BambleVintage! In 2014, this Etsy shop’s creative owner, Sophie, got in touch, and she’s been a big supporter of Mirror80 over the years. It’s been awhile since I’ve featured her carefully curated finds, so I wanted to check back in and see what BambleVintage has in store…and enjoy Sophie’s unique perspective on ’80s fashion!
Ten ’80s Halloween Costume Ideas
Today I’m sharing a roundup of some of my favorite ’80s Halloween costume ideas. They are clever, beautifully photographed and fabulous. Some of them are listed as kids’ costumes, but they’re easily adaptable for grown-ups. Scroll through, and then leave me a comment at the end of the post with your own ’80s costume ideas. ‘Tis the season to go retro!
A Sing Street Giveaway!
I recently had the pleasure of watching Sing Street, a movie that follows the creative pursuits of struggling teenager Conor as he starts a band to impress a girl. Did I mention that the film is set in the ’80s? By the first musical number, I was all in! Today Mirror80 is partnering with Anchor Bay Entertainment to offer one lucky winner a copy of Sing Street on DVD, plus a $100 Sephora gift card (so you can add some ’80s flair to your makeup bag)! Keep reading for details on how to enter the giveaway…
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…
Neon Jewelry
Happy Monday, Everyone! I hope it’s radiant. On that note, I’m in the middle of planning a new DIY project: neon necklaces featuring colorful minerals! Thanks to Etsy, ordering the supplies couldn’t be easier. The basics item needed for this project are neon cording and chunky minerals. The chunkier the better! I’m not going for a super polished look here–just one hunk of stone on a neon cord. I love the combination of vibrant cording and rough, colorful minerals. Read on for some of my favorite finds…
’80s Fashion Shoot: Grids and Office Parks
In today’s fashion shoot, I’ve combined one of my favorite motifs with one of my favorite settings. The grid of patterned tights meets the grid of endless windows as I share my latest retro-meets-modern ensemble in an Austin office park setting. Get ready for columns, reflective glass, gleaming metal, and one colorful ensemble…
Got My Eye On…
Happy Friday, Everyone! I love browsing the new fall collections, as well as my favorite sources for retro finds. Today I’m sharing a few of my top picks. From jewelry to home decor, these items celebrate clean lines and bold colors. Read on for more details…
Mirror80 July Favorites
On this second to last day of July, we’re looking back at our favorite posts from the past month. Kate here, and I’m happy to report that it’s been a month of creative inspiration, DIY projects and little trips to beachy locations. Not to mention, we celebrated our favorite television series of the summer with a viewing party concept that involves plenty of ’80s tech style. Join us as we reminisce…
The ’80s on Television: Halt and Catch Fire
Anyone else already hooked on AMC’s Halt and Catch Fire? This new series follows a trio of tech-savvy pioneers who reverse engineer an IBM computer in the hopes of joining the PC revolution and transforming 1980s tech culture in the process. Yes, this show occupies the time slot that Mad Men left behind. Is it possible that AMC got wind of our dream ’80s television series, Rad Men? OK, not so likely. But that doesn’t mean we don’t already love their newest foray into the realm of pop culture history. There are many reasons to watch Halt and Catch Fire. Here are our top four:
Mirror80 April Highlights
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!…
