Love it or hate it, 80s style has made a major impact on the fashion industry. As we pay tribute to "b-girls"* like Salt 'N Pepa (and don't forget Spinderella), let's explore which radical trends designers are saluting, celebs are rocking, and we can purchase. But pretty please...proceed with caution - THESE LOOKS ARE ONLY TO BE WORN ONE AT A TIME. 80s styling can be fun, but if you go overboard you are asking to be clowned. And with that...
*b-girl [bee-gurl] Pronunciation Key–noun Informal.
a girl or young lady who likes or is involved in hip-hop culture.
Adapted from Dictionary.com Unabridged (v 1.1)
Based on the Random House Unabridged Dictionary, © Random House, Inc. 2006.
ASYMMETRICAL CUT
Trina may not have been first, but she got that bold multilevel cut we remember from 80's rap videos. Bring us back T!
BOXY (EMBELLISHED) SHADES
We can always count on
Nicole Richie to go that extra mile to blaze a trail with fashionable sunglasses. Not sure if I'm ready, but you might be. If so, this pair definitely does the job.
BAMBOO EARRINGS
LL likes an
around the way girl with bamboo earrings, and so do we! Try this pair from
Betsey Johnson.
NAMEPLATES
Carrie took us there, and I'm still feeling it. The Nameplate Depot has quite a selection.
SHRUNKEN BOMBER JACKET
Did well-fitting leather jackets ever really go out of style? (Maybe in the minimalist 90s...) Regardless, keep it modern with a slight crop and a hood!
FINGERLESS BLACK GLOVE
These gloves are functional if you're a breakdancer, but Karl Lagerfeld designed these for
Chanel, and
Lindsay went for it. Will you? If so, check out this super affordable one below.
HOODIE
Nicole and
PCD have been hoodie-lovers for a minute. You can find this adorable
BabyPhat hoodie at
Macy's.
BLOUSON
This
Catherine Malandrino blouson is SO
House Party!
SPANDEX ONSIE
Both of these are from
American Apparel.
(One quick note...these are
layering pieces. I just wanted to be clear.)
BRIGHT-COLORED DENIM
Rainbow-colored denim is very "right-now". Citizens of Humanity makes a hot version!
FLAT BOOT
(These
Steve Madden boots are cute and comfy! If you're timid, start with this 80's trend first...)
I won't call it a comeback, but thanks Ladies!
Glamorous white parties, rude doorman, and Bentleys are only a tiny fraction of the Hamptons Experience. For NYC young professionals who work hard, it's essential to get some play in too. There's no better way to unwind than taking residence in the Hamptons to escape the ghost town that is New York City in the Summer.
1. Leave all blackberries, cellphones and electronic devices at home.
2. Go grocery shopping. Liquids are vital.
3. Relax poolside. (Hammocks are a bonus!)
4. Have fun with housemates. (Don't lose it Perren!)
5. Hit the beach. (Yes, we tan.)
6. Explore the town.
7. (Last but not least...) Throw a party!
The B-Life would like to thank hosts with the most: Lubi, Perren, Victor, Nichole, Kaego, Lindsey, Camille, Gerard, Ronny, Yulia, Darnell, Barkot & Chandra. We can't wait until next year!
