80s Party Costume Ideas: Hey Mickey
You’re So Fine You Blow My Mind I had this 80s jewel of a song on 45 – remember those? I saved up my allowance and bought it at the mall. This is a great period-piece 80s costume – who doesn’t remember that video? Freshen up that memory and watch the “Mickey” music video here. Here are the essentials: Outfit – Cheerleader outfit – if you don’t already own one, try out the one shown...
Dynasty
In the 80s the hottest hit show, Dallas, belonged to ABC’s competitor, CBS. With more than 300,000-million fans worldwide, it’s no wonder Dallas was a thorn in the side of ABC. Of course, the only thing ABC could do was find some way to compete. Their ace in the hole turned out to be CBS’s own hit show, Dynasty. If you were familiar with both of the shows, it didn’t take too long to figure out that CBS decided not to reinvent the...
Kate’s Top 30 Songs of the 80s
Wow. Songs of the 80s were like totally AWESOME! It’s so hard to pare it down to just a few faves. I initially set out to create a Top 10, which grew into a Top 20 and finally ended up being a Top 30. But can you blame me? If given the opportunity I could definitely add more (hence my *Bonus Songs*) and I bet you could too. So without further ado, here are my “Top 30 Songs of the 80s.” Time to don your “Flock...
80s Party Costume Ideas: Punk Rock Girl
Here is our shameless plug for the Dead Milkmen – not one of the most popular or mainstream bands in the 80s, but certainly one of the more interesting. Two of their most known songs are Bitchin Camero and Punk Rock Girl – both anthems of an age, sort of. Anyway, take a look at the original music video for Punk Rock Girl (1988) and get ready to don your black and a heavy dose of attitude. This is a look that hasn’t...
Wayfarer Sunglasses by Ray-Ban
Wayfarers are Back UPDATE April 12, 2011: It’s official, Wayfarers are back in a big way for the Spring/Summer of 2011. A recent trip to the beach confirmed it. We are loving the return of the contrast temple version of this classic style. Shown here with blue contrast temples. These are a must have accessory for the upcoming sun season. Grab a pair, and you’ll be walking on sunshine. What did Tom Cruise, The Blues Brothers and Don...
