80s Fashion for Men 32 Best Outfits Inspired by 1980s

Table of Content

• ↓13 – 1980s-Inspired Hairstyles
• ↓6 – Bandana Outfit
• ↓3 – Ugly Sweater Trend
• of the Best ’80s Group Costume Ideas You Haven’t Seen Before
• Bow Top Basics: How to Tie Your Tie-Neck Blouse (+12 Outfit Ideas to Try!)
• The Top ’80s Fashion Trends You’ll Actually Want to Wear
• Knitted sweaters, just make them neon

You can wear a pair of spectacular vintage sunglasses to highlight your stylish attitude and make it look like you went back in time. You can pull it off whether you’re a man or a woman since the look is put together by a non-binary person. They have short red hair and are wearing bright and colorful makeup.

Not only are these outfits contemporary, but super fun and perfect for everyday wear. And it is even more fun when we have a matching set! This two-piece inspired from the 80s is ideal – from the color to the cut. If you like this look, you’ll love these tips on How To Wear Oversized Clothes. The 80s might just be one of the most important decades when comfort was truly prioritized over everything else.

↓13 – 1980s-Inspired Hairstyles

Lastly, pull your hair back in a high ponytail and accessorize with daily silver earrings and a necklace. Unless you lived under a rock, every male in the '80s fantasized about being Maverick at one time or another. Wear this jacket with a white tee, jeans, and a pair of aviator sunglasses for a truly classic Top Gun costume. Go for a striped dress or pair a striped blazer with black or white jeans. Detailed hair and makeup is a must if you really want to nail the look.

These boots have been a fashion staple since forever and this fall, they’re back ruling our wardrobes once again. Whether they’re being paired with an edgy t-shirt dress or a casual-chic knit and jeans look, they are sure to elevate your outfit straight away. We’ve detected a throwback trend this fall and it’s the shoulder pads once again. This time it will be a little less super-sized and a lot more structured. There’s no denying that the 80s gave us a lot to be thankful for.

↓6 – Bandana Outfit

So, without further ado, go ahead and give this piece a read. Floral prints are another great way to pay homage to the decade. Whether it’s a dress or a romper like you see with this gem, add some shoes, white socks and an updo to finish off the look.

We’ve seen the return of low-rise boot-cut jeans from the early 2000s to ultra-long, ultra-baggy skater jeans of the ’90s. Or, for a more subtle take, opt for an understated skirt. Whether it was ruffles, ruching, scrunching, or draping, ’80s fashion was dominated by texture from clothing all the way to accessories.

↓3 – Ugly Sweater Trend

And that is exactly why the people were so huge on leg warmers. This look is fun and a modern spin on how to wear leg warmers keeping in line with the latest trends. The oversized jacket is a timeless piece and the muted color palette is perfect for modern times.

Adding neon beads can definitely add funk to your plain wardrobe making you ready with the perfect 80s look. This is one of the most appropriate looks if you have a tight budget. Press "play" on your crafty side with this DIY cassette tape costume. All you need is a cardboard box and some general craft supplies, black clothes for the base, and old-school headphones to complete the look.

However, recently we’ve noticed a shift towards chunkier, more artistic styles. Take notes from ’80s supermodel Kelly Emberg, who paired a gold statement necklace with a spaghetti strap dress for the perfect balance between excess and minimalism. If you're looking for an epic trio costume, this right here is it. Grab two of your friends—and all the spandex bodysuits and oversized leather jackets you can find—and go as Salt, Pepa, and DJ Spinderella.

This messy hair look with a funky attire is a must for the 80s look. For the eyes, go for an elongated eye liner paired with bright eye shadows. You can't really pull off this costume alone, so recruit a friend to be your twin this Halloween. Don frilly matching dresses, knee socks, and Mary Janes. If you don't have similar hairstyles, we'd suggest buying matching wigs. The ‘80s revival is taking to some extreme levels with these puffed-out party dresses being transformed into daywear.

As we know, what goes around comes around, and this time the trend has stayed true to form without many modern-day alterations. This photo of Grace Jones walking the Azzedine Alaia spring/summer ’86 couture show may or may not be the reason why my love for hooded dresses is so strong. They are sleek, regal, and leave much to the imagination, which is why they are so alluring. Plus, they were featured in shows across the board this season, ensuring their spot on the 1980s comeback roster. Whether they’re paired with trousers for the office or a sparkly mini dress for a night out, they give off the effortless cool girl look we can’t help but fawn over. When sporting one for your look, remember the bigger, the better.

Live out your childhood dreams by transforming yourself into one—a colorful tail and mane required, obvi. You can't talk great '80s movies without bringing up Coming to America. Nail the looks as perfectly as Beyoncé, Jay-Z, and Blue did, and you'll definitely take home best costume of the night. Never forget these two celebs were married back in the '80s. To dress up as the actress and the Mötley Crüe band member, wear a wig, some heavy metal accessories, and—you guessed it—spandex. If you know how to work a sewing machine, this real-life version of Rainbow Brite, complete with puffy boots and sleeves, will brighten every '80s baby's night.

You have your black jacket, bright pink fishnet gloves, colorful wristbands, neon green fishnet headband, and retro striped plastic sunglasses. A. For the teens, the 1980s looked super casual and comfortable – and of course, staying right on brand with the decade, colorful! You would have seen teenagers wearing oversized jackets, acid-washed jeans, and for the girls, leg warmers. Sportswear was emerging as streetwear during this time, and sweatsuits, tracksuits, jumpers, and trainers were seen around.