So what are we looking at here?… It’s a skit from a mid-’80s episode of Saturday Night Live, a spoof of those bizarro 1980s Calvin Klein “Obsession” commercials that featured stark white interiors, models clad in black, and verse that was both obscure and meaningless at the same time. And the occasional slap in the face. In our first video pick, the SNL gang takes a stab at it with their commercial parody titled “Compulsion.” Watch it below:
A Very ’80s Fall
A chill is in the air, so why not remember how autumn put its stamp on the decade of decadence? Today Mirror80 presents a collection of seasonal images that celebrate fall colors, warm fashion, back-to-school energy and ’80s-fabulous decor. We start with the image above, an earth-toned fabric pattern that exemplifies vintage tribal style. Check out all the pics, and click on the links for more details if something interesting catches your eye… Oh, and have an awesome, fun-filled fall!
Aquarium Plants Make an ’80s Statement
Why is it that I’ve always associated aquariums and sea life with the 1980s? Could it be movies like Jaws 3, with its wonderful ’80s Sea World setting? Or maybe it’s the plethora of dolphin figurines and other sea life-themed decor from that time period. Or the fact that my family had an aquarium as a kid, so I spent many an ’80s weekend picking out fish and accessories for the tank. Whatever it is, I am clearly preoccupied with aquarium plants. Yes, the fake kind. After viewing today’s selections from Petco, perhaps you’ll agree that faux foliage of the undersea nature can truly make an ’80s statement!
The Power of Glass Block: 5 Modern Interiors with ’80s Flair
Hello all you ’80s-lovers! Today we spotlight glass block, also known as glass brick–those square-shaped blocks of wavy glass that have been around since the early 1900s. Their popularity seems to fluctuate cyclically, and boy, did they boom in the 1980s! Think “Miami Vice,” or those tropical plant-filled interiors of ’80s Deco mansions where Neon Noir mysteries unfolded…
An ’80s Fall Floral Arrangement
Happy Fall, all you ’80s-lovers! Today’s autumn floral arrangement is super easy to create. The globular Haeger vase was a resale shop find (we’re talking a few bucks). Fill it with blooms from the same color family. We chose mums and roses in shades of peach and rust. That’s it! There’s something about the monochromatic look that beats you over the head with its ’80s color palette, transporting the arrangement from tacky-ville to cheeky-ville. Next, we show you how to jazz it up…
’80s Details in Glass
Sometimes the power is in the details… That’s certainly the case with the glass accents featured in today’s post. For example, nothing says ’80s like etched glass, especially when floral motifs are involved. Believe it or not, the picture above is not from the 1980s! In fact, this carved glass/divider screen is a custom project from La Mancha Glass Gardens, available through Custom Made. Separating the kitchen from the great room in this featured space, the 4-panel piece is even more awesome when you add a curved glass table and circular bowl to the mix, don’t you think?!
A Very ’80s Lobby
It’s Friday, and boy, has this been a long week! The kind where you feel like you’re just going through the motions, from appointment to appointment. Until you walk into your newly remodeled doctor’s office and see that they’ve inadvertently gone retro. ’70s/’80s to be exact! Yes, this really happened, and I immediately took out my cell phone and started snapping pictures of the metallic cylinder planter filled with a tropical Dracaena. And the modular seating! When I explained to the receptionist that I write about 1980s interior design, she smiled, then looked confused. Then she looked at me again, and she looked even more confused. Did I mention that she looked confused?
5 Cylinder Tables That Celebrate ’80s Style
Today it’s all about the cylinder! Nothing says ’80s like a cylinder coffee table! We’ve seen these round furnishings make a comeback in recent years, and today we take a look some modern-day offerings that remind us of our favorite decade. Above we spotlight a cylinder coffee table with a pivoting top by Ken’s TCB Mica Works. Ken’s specializes in custom furniture for both commercial and residential spaces. It’s hard not to love the mint, purple and hot pink detailing on today’s featured piece!
An ’80s-Style Bathroom
Are you ready for a little glitz? How about an animal print tub and glossy black tile? While perusing design mega-site Houzz, I stumbled upon a picture of this ’80s-style bathroom decked out in zebra stripes and lots of shine. No, this isn’t a Vegas hotel powder room from our favorite decade. It’s a modern Miami interior created by Nieto Design! Also of note: white calla lilies and square-frame lighting that may as well be neon.
Check out the Mirror80 Tumblr!
Happy 2nd Birthday, Mirror80! Yes, today is the big 2! For our first birthday we threw a party. This year we celebrate by launching the Mirror80 tumblr! That’s right–we’ll be featuring our favorite ’80s art, fashion and interior design pics. From screen shots to modern takes on 1980s style we’ve got your favorite decade covered.
