Saddlemomma Posted June 25, 2014 Share Posted June 25, 2014 Looks like one of our potato sacks up here in The County with arm and leg holes! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Word Nerd Posted June 25, 2014 Share Posted June 25, 2014 I had paint splattered pants with a matching jacket. I thought I was sooooo amazingly cool. Now I look at the pictures and shudder. Although, better those then acid wash jumpers. I wore mine with a neon top and some weird mesh-type neon socks with jelly shoes. I also had a painter's cap. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Myeightkiddies Posted June 25, 2014 Share Posted June 25, 2014 Stocking up on Aqua Net as we speak... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrissySC Posted June 25, 2014 Share Posted June 25, 2014 Tank tops, big hair and bangs, plastic shoes, thick scrunchy socks, safety pins to hold the pant cuffs tight, Bass shoes and no laces or the funny rolled dangling ends, big bags, huge scarfs in the hair, giant dangling earrings, ripped jeans, neon colors, lots and lots of makeup .... NOOOOOOOOOOOoooooooooo!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Annie G Posted June 25, 2014 Share Posted June 25, 2014 Whoa. I have a pair of DH's old overalls - authentically paint spattered, mind you - that are cut down to shorts. I like them for gardening, sometimes. But I can never, ever be associated with a Kardashian. Shudder. I wonder how much I could sell them for, now that they have a celebrity "endorsement" .... ;) The trend will spread like wildfire and soon some celebrity who doesn't make you gag will wear them. And then you can be cool. But wait- you wore them before they came back in style- you started the trend! How fashion forward of you! :laugh: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HRAAB Posted June 25, 2014 Share Posted June 25, 2014 Back when you could decipher if a man was circumcised or not at first glance. Oh my. I need to wash my eyeballs. But only with huge hair! 2 words: acid wash shudder I will defer to you ladies' better judgment. In the 80's I was working in an office trying to imitate Linda Evans with the shoulder pads. And lots of Aqua Net to hold the hair in place. Anyone remember Hash jeans? I made some deal with my mom to earn money so I could buy some. Haven't thought about those in ages. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MissKNG Posted June 25, 2014 Share Posted June 25, 2014 What?? I am wearing that romper right now!! :lol: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miss Mousie Posted June 25, 2014 Share Posted June 25, 2014 The trend will spread like wildfire and soon some celebrity who doesn't make you gag will wear them. And then you can be cool. But wait- you wore them before they came back in style- you started the trend! How fashion forward of you! :laugh: In all my days, that phrase has never once been uttered to me - until now. Annie G, you have made my day. :laugh: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DragonFaerie Posted June 25, 2014 Share Posted June 25, 2014 So, I have a picture of me circa 1987 or so, acid washed jeans, matching denim vest, and HUGE hair. I thought about posting it....... but, I decided I like you guys, so I won't do that to you. You're welcome. :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wheres Toto Posted June 25, 2014 Share Posted June 25, 2014 I graduated high school in 1987. Who remembers parachute pants? I wonder if they'll ever come back. My 20 year old does LOVE overalls, especially short ones. She's also been pinning a TON of rompers on Pinterest. She is having trouble finding a pair of overalls that fits well. I feel like telling her it's not possible. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rebel Yell Posted June 25, 2014 Share Posted June 25, 2014 I'm not getting the "1969" title of the outfits. Style doesn;t look very 60s to me.... I graduated in 1987. I have short stubby legs and a near-zero clothing budget. I will confess to pegging my too-long boot-cut jeans I got on clearance or thrift stores. :leaving: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lady Marmalade Posted June 25, 2014 Share Posted June 25, 2014 I graduated high school in 1987. Who remembers parachute pants? I wonder if they'll ever come back. My 20 year old does LOVE overalls, especially short ones. She's also been pinning a TON of rompers on Pinterest. She is having trouble finding a pair of overalls that fits well. I feel like telling her it's not possible. Do you mean Harem Pants? I've been seeing them a lot in various dance venues the last year or so. I fear it's only a matter of time before they cross over to mainstream attire. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wheres Toto Posted June 25, 2014 Share Posted June 25, 2014 Do you mean Harem Pants? I've been seeing them a lot in various dance venues the last year or so. I fear it's only a matter of time before they cross over to mainstream attire. Nope. These are a good example. In fact I think I had a pair just like that - black with grey zippers. They were made of some kind of nylon material that made a ton of noise when you walked. The really cheap ones were made of plastic. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DawnM Posted June 25, 2014 Share Posted June 25, 2014 I still want to see it! So, I have a picture of me circa 1987 or so, acid washed jeans, matching denim vest, and HUGE hair. I thought about posting it....... but, I decided I like you guys, so I won't do that to you. You're welcome. :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DawnM Posted June 25, 2014 Share Posted June 25, 2014 I had to look them up. I had never heard of them before. Oh my. I need to wash my eyeballs. I will defer to you ladies' better judgment. In the 80's I was working in an office trying to imitate Linda Evans with the shoulder pads. And lots of Aqua Net to hold the hair in place. Anyone remember Hash jeans? I made some deal with my mom to earn money so I could buy some. Haven't thought about those in ages. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LucyStoner Posted June 25, 2014 Share Posted June 25, 2014 I'm not getting the "1969" title of the outfits. Style doesn;t look very 60s to me.... I think Gap calls most of the denim stuff 1969 and has for a long time. I assume that is some date, like when they were founded. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lavandula Posted June 25, 2014 Share Posted June 25, 2014 I think Gap calls most of the denim stuff 1969 and has for a long time. I assume that is some date, like when they were founded. Yep, that's when they were founded. Not sure why that needs to be in the name of every denim product, but oh well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Word Nerd Posted June 25, 2014 Share Posted June 25, 2014 Do you mean Harem Pants? I've been seeing them a lot in various dance venues the last year or so. I fear it's only a matter of time before they cross over to mainstream attire. No. Parachute pants came before harem pants. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Momof3littles Posted June 25, 2014 Share Posted June 25, 2014 I think harem pants are practically approaching the mainstream over the last few yrs. Nordstrom and lots of other retailers have lots of prs. Yep, the 80s and 90s are definitely back. Birks, overalls, you name it. Makes me feel ancient. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DragonFaerie Posted June 25, 2014 Share Posted June 25, 2014 I still want to see it! LOL... just for you, I tried. Alas, the image was too large. Too bad! :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
idnib Posted June 25, 2014 Share Posted June 25, 2014 People must like it...it's already out of stock! I can't even see the picture. Maybe some rich angel of mercy bought them all and burned them for the common good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mom-ninja. Posted June 25, 2014 Author Share Posted June 25, 2014 I'd forgotten about teal mascara. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lady Marmalade Posted June 25, 2014 Share Posted June 25, 2014 Nope. These are a good example. In fact I think I had a pair just like that - black with grey zippers. They were made of some kind of nylon material that made a ton of noise when you walked. The really cheap ones were made of plastic. Ah, yes. Those aren't so bad. Well, maybe the ones made of plastic would be really strange, but they are far better than the harem pants. My DD is taking hip-hop this year, and I told her that she better let her teacher know that if her costume includes harem pants, she is never doing hip-hop again. :p Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lady Marmalade Posted June 25, 2014 Share Posted June 25, 2014 Does this mean teal mascara is coming back???? I loved that stuff. Oh boy! Teal and purple and fuschia. I had them all. I wasn't allowed to wear other make-up, but for some reason in middle school my mom permitted colored mascara and lipstick. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KRG Posted June 25, 2014 Share Posted June 25, 2014 ducks and hides...I bought something similar to the dress the other day and have been wearing it... I never thought of it as anything related to stereotypical homeschooling denim jumper. I just thought fun, summer dress...hmmm Oh well I like it :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spryte Posted June 25, 2014 Share Posted June 25, 2014 Unreal! I am with DS at a Katy Perry concert and the romper just walked by!!! If I can get a pic, will come back and post. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Impish Posted June 26, 2014 Share Posted June 26, 2014 I wish I had the body that I had when that was first popular... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
helena Posted June 26, 2014 Share Posted June 26, 2014 I would rock that denim dress! That's exactly what I thought when I saw the romper! :lol: I bought one over at ModCloth on super clearance and wear it all the time around the house. I like to tap dance and sing Animal Crackers in my Soup, in my awefulest Shirley Temple voice and really freak the kids out!! You should hear the sounds they make.. Haha! LOVE IT! Worth every penny. :) I hated that fabric in the 80's. Although, I think I had something in acid wash that was then dyed teal... Good ol 80's teal. ETA: Ah! I see I missed the teal love up thread. Haha. I also remember blue lipstick that would turn a horrid shade of pink or purple, depending on your mood. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
helena Posted June 26, 2014 Share Posted June 26, 2014 Unreal! I am with DS at a Katy Perry concert and the romper just walked by!!! If I can get a pic, will come back and post. :) Does she have varicose veins? Or is she a poser (young?) Haha! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spryte Posted June 26, 2014 Share Posted June 26, 2014 Does she have varicose veins? Or is she a poser (young?) Haha! Poser all the way!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1GirlTwinBoys Posted June 26, 2014 Share Posted June 26, 2014 I seriously can't do that again. :huh: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susan in TN Posted June 26, 2014 Share Posted June 26, 2014 I graduated high school in 1987. Who remembers parachute pants? I wonder if they'll ever come back. . Head right over to the Juniors section of your local Kohls. Saw them there yesterday. It gave me the chills. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1GirlTwinBoys Posted June 26, 2014 Share Posted June 26, 2014 I graduated high school in 1987. Who remembers parachute pants? I wonder if they'll ever come back. I graduated in 87' and unfortunately do remember parachute pants. :huh: Head right over to the Juniors section of your local Kohls. Saw them there yesterday. It gave me the chills. I wonder what they're calling them now?? :confused1: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DawnM Posted June 26, 2014 Share Posted June 26, 2014 Harem pant wearing tips: http://abcnews.go.com/GMA/BeautySecrets/story?id=7769216 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shukriyya Posted June 26, 2014 Share Posted June 26, 2014 The word 'romper' and I aren't on intimate terms anymore. We were when I was...oh, say...six :lol: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sassenach Posted June 26, 2014 Share Posted June 26, 2014 I most definitely saw these acid wash overall shorts at Kohl's yesterday. http://www.kohls.com/product/prd-1553995/wallflower-distressed-denim-overall-shorts-juniors.jsp Just remember ladies, if you were old enough to wear them the first time..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KrissiK Posted June 26, 2014 Share Posted June 26, 2014 Kind of makes me want to go out and get a mullet, too. To wear with my leg warmers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DragonFaerie Posted June 26, 2014 Share Posted June 26, 2014 I most definitely saw these acid wash overall shorts at Kohl's yesterday. http://www.kohls.com/product/prd-1553995/wallflower-distressed-denim-overall-shorts-juniors.jsp Just remember ladies, if you were old enough to wear them the first time..... :001_tt2: :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shukriyya Posted June 26, 2014 Share Posted June 26, 2014 Kind of makes me want to go out and get a mullet, too. To wear with my leg warmers. Leg warmers, gah.. another memory flooding back in with all its attendant cultural details...can anyone say...FlashDance :eek: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MistiDelaney Posted June 26, 2014 Share Posted June 26, 2014 Hmmm, looks like I was already tool old for fashion during their first fashion "go", and while I would never have worn them they don't look that bad to me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobbeym Posted June 29, 2014 Share Posted June 29, 2014 Heads up: One of the Kardashians wore denim short overalls recently. So now it's going to be a thing. The 80's are officially back. I saw an entire rack of denim short overalls earlier this week when I was shopping. I just shuddered at the thought, but the dress the OP linked is cute. I wouldn't wear it now but if I had a DD, I'd buy it for her if she wanted. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
helena Posted June 29, 2014 Share Posted June 29, 2014 Leg warmers, gah.. another memory flooding back in with all its attendant cultural details...can anyone say...FlashDance :eek: Oh boy... I have those too! :lol: Two different colors in fact! Unlike the romper, I wear these out in public. The kids still cringe of course... hee hee. I like to have a good time with clothes. I don't like to take it too serious, and sometimes I don't mind being a little nuts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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