45+ Photos That Show It’s Better Not to Go Back to the Fashion of the ’80s

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The ‘80s were truly a strange time. The clothes, the hair, and the fashion make us wonder about those times. People then were so much different than we are now, and we can surely spot the gap with these pictures. This list of pictures below shows us all why it is better not to go back to the fashion of the ‘80s.

Living a Dual Life

This picture of the student gives out a lot of mixed vibes. It screams creepy, weird, and did we mention weird? We had to mention it twice for emphasis. We mean look at this picture! From the very top, this student looks like a normal and good kid.

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But the sides change that narrative and give off a “party animal” look. The ‘80s truly were a strange time when we look at hairstyles like this. The fact that it came in a yearbook picture shows it was pretty normal in this era.

‘80s Wedding Photo

Wedding pictures are memories that we cherish forever. Two people promising to live their life together is truly something magical. This fun photo adds an element of surprise with the bride and groom wearing black-out shades and mullet haircuts.

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We are all watching this picture with gratitude that we didn’t have to get married in the ‘80s. Even the bride’s veil is giving us extra vibes! As fun and happy as they look, we’re glad this is a throwback and the style has changed since then.

Triangle Haircut

We all cut our hair in various hairstyles. We cut them U-style, V-style, Bob-style and so many others. However, did we ever consider that we will see a triangle haircut? This girl’s hair is literally the shape of a triangle from the back. Maybe this was the fashion in 1987 specifically?

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We can’t seem to imagine a time when this look was the go-to cut but then again, the ’80s wasn’t our time. To those of you who are more familiar with the 1980s, what are your thoughts on this haircut?

Who Is That?

Before understanding the purpose of why this picture was taken, let’s look at the mom. We mean, she was a gorgeous woman! Maybe that’s why she couldn’t focus on anyone else. This child has shared this picture of their mom dancing with this person and she doesn’t even know who he is…

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It is definitely a disappointment for the child. Who knows if they pass this person on their daily errands, not even realizing it’s the same person? We’re probably being paranoid but it’s got to be weird seeing your mom being a wild child back in the day.

Not Your Regular Mushroom

We can’t deny the similarity between this girl, a mushroom, and actress Mayim Bialik. However, we can’t blame this on young “Mushroom.” A lot of ‘80s hairstyles and dresses are so wacky that they appear as a shape or food item.

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The mushroom resemblance is clearly due to her hair. Everything aside, this picture did make us smile and it reminded us to be grateful that we were not born in the ‘80s.

This Picture Defied Gravity

Sometimes we look at some things, and we simply can’t believe them. Though the ‘80s were a strange time, this picture is strange even in terms of the ‘80s. Also, it appears as if these ladies are missing areas of their hair…

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Their hairstyles are teased so high up they seem to be defying gravity trying to pull them down. Let’s all leave it at, that without going into any further explanation because we probably won’t be able to find one.

Paint on Clothes

You might have thought that the ‘underwear over pants’ design of clothes was the funniest but here’s what’s funnier: the paint job effect on top of these clothes! The ‘80s had a trend of designing clothes with scattered bright colors, which goes without saying, did not match the base color of the outfit.

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The girl on the right is wearing a vibrant yellow outfit topped with a paint job bodysuit. Looks like the insane sense of color combination ruled throughout the decade. At least the three ladies look co-ordinated together!

My Childhood Artistry

We are not a great fan of the ‘80s hairstyle and fashion. However, people in the ‘80s were influenced by them. It is now when they look back at them, they realize what mistakes they had made. This is one of those pictures.

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This picture shows a number of Barbies with mullet hairstyles. While this Snapchatter only remembered giving one of them a mullet, she found the horrors of her deeds in many other Barbies when she cleaned out her parents’ attic.

Men’s Fashion

The ‘80s fashion sense is in no way similar to today’s. Even gender-wise it was different as the men’s fashion department was pretty out there. We can see from this picture that the man is rocking a crop top.

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Not something men usually wear in any decade, however, it was cool in the ‘80s. This man seems to be a spirit animal of that time with his ‘80s hairstyle, the ‘80s clothes, and the ‘80s weirdness – all packed into one.

Queen of Disco

This picture screams the ‘80s in so many ways. Various poses in a single picture is definitely a sign of the ‘80s. While this has tried to make a comeback through Snapchat, no one can beat the original one, especially when combined with the power of disco music.

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This picture of the girl in her disco dancing avatar is everything we need to see from the ‘80s. Trust she had a good boogie for us dancing to the “Jungle Boogie” lyrics.

Uncanny Resemblance

Well, the resemblance here is uncanny. If there’s anything we have learned from this list, it is that the ‘80s fashion has a resemblance with a lot of things. Sometimes it’s funny to see but most of the time, it’s creepy.

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The Rhipsalis plant bears a strong resemblance to the woman’s hairstyle in that picture. The only obvious difference would be the hair color. Even the face has similarities with the planter… Do you see what we mean?

Scary Makeup

The outfits and makeup shown here are enough to scare even a grown man. From the gothic eyes to the crazy-teased hair and leather jackets, these members of a Japanese heavy band look like they are here to end you.

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Plus, the scariest part is their facial expressions. They could honestly pass for the bad guys in just about any horror or sci-fi film. We’ve got to give them an A+ for their dress-up game, they hit the nail on the head.

Underwear or Shorts!

This picture looks like one of those that belong on the list of 0utfits gone wrong. Is it underwear or shorts? – Who can tell?! Because let’s be honest now, even underwear can hide legs more than these shorts did.

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We guess the mystery of this picture is how this man was able to cycle comfortably in this state. Maybe this was normal back then. Now ask yourself how can this ever be normal?

The Coolest Kid

There is no reason to be cool all the time. You can be cool in a decade and not be cool in the next ones – Totally acceptable. We decided to take the one where you were cool.

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This man said he was cool in 1988 and we totally believe him. We mean look at him. Cool sunglasses – check, black jacket – check, swagger – checkmate. This dude definitely hit his prime early.

Tough But Elegant

There are hardly any of us who do not like to rock a fine, sleek leather look. According to the fashion trends in the ‘80s, the leather jackets were styled with laces on them. The jackets, too, were shaped in an absurd manner where the shoulder part was huge.

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Leather jackets are surely not seen being styled with laces on them, and we think that the reasons are obvious. Stylists really experimented a lot back in the ’80s.

Teased to the Heavens

It seems like the ‘80s had no specific gender choice for their hairstyles. Everyone would roam around with long and messy hair and they totally owned it. Long hair is still fancied by many people, even today. The difference is that we prefer a more refined, tidy, and less volumized version of it.

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This boy and girl duo here is too good not to mention in this list. The guy has the hairstyle of a sweet, little girl, and the woman’s hair looks as if the Harry Potter series character, Bellatrix Lestrange made an explosion in her hair. Jokes aside, the ’80s needed to learn the saying “less is more.”

Twinning with Shirts

Along with the outlandish fashion and style, the makeup back in the ‘80s was funky as well. We have definitely seen that the color combinations of that time were pretty out there. That pop of color did not escape their makeup routines as well.

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These sisters, rocking similar shirts, seem to have worn their makeup the wrong way. Imagine wearing orange lips with dark green or turquoise blue eyeshadow, with eyebrows that are as good as gone. We can look past the orange lipstick but the eye makeup is just too loud for our liking.

A Simple Everyday Look

Everyone has their preferences. This picture shows us an ‘80s mom that used to dress up every day as if it were Halloween. This is the kind of spirit animal we love and appreciate.

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Life is short after all, so why not play dress-up on a daily basis? The ‘80s were truly a magical time of loud colors, self-expression, and a whole lot of funky accessories.

The ‘80s Was the Impostor

Fashion and style have always been the talk of the town, no matter what the decade was. The streets would look glamorous with the gorgeous fashion and styles on display. The ‘90s were, in fact, so good that people still want it back in the 21st century.

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Here is a demonstration of the fabulous hairstyle looks across the decades, but oh wait. There is one impostor among us. Amid the gorgeous curls and volumized hair from the ’30s to the ’70s, what went so horribly wrong in the ’80s?

Glamorous Rockstar

Rock band glamour shots were a thing in the ‘80s. This shot definitely makes us fall in love with the photoshoot concept all over again. Something about that funky hairstyle contrasted with that serious face makes us smile.

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We bet anyone who took shots like these felt like a real rockstar. Even though a lot of ‘80s fashion doesn’t make any sense to us now, we vote that these glamour shots should make a comeback.

Awesome Dad

This is such an adorable picture of a father and son. The dad has gone for a new hairstyle and his son is all for it. The little boy’s big eyes and gasp say it all.

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Even though we are all against the hairstyle, we are all in for the bond that this father and son duo has. That kind of love and admiration is so special to see. We bet when the two looked back on the picture, they felt the love too.

Happy and Confused

Today it is so easy to take a picture. You just click it and there it is. However, they were a big deal in the ‘80s. People would have to physically go to the studio to take them. While it was a whole procedure to get them done, the finished product was worthy of being on public display.

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However, as much as we’re on board with the photoshoot idea, this specific split choice is baffling to us. The little girl looks as if she wasn’t ready for her picture to be taken on the right-side yet somehow the image still made it into the finished product.

Weird Photos of the ‘80s!

One of the most important highlights of the ‘80s was their photos – their bizarre photos. Each of the photos had a unique level of weirdness. This split photo of this boy with an edited sparkle effect on top is pretty high up on our list of questionable photo-ops.

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The front-facing photo of him in this dance position and brightly-colored clothes seems unmatched with the background image. where it looks like he is in heaven. Only in the ‘80 would they think to combine the two!

Dad Style

Yes, it was the ‘80s. You can tell it was an ‘80s dad by looking at the picture. The hairstyle, the clothes, the guitar – everything shouts the ‘80s over and over again. This dad also seems like he was a total rocker and the king of cool.

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We bet even today this dude is still oozing swag and probably plays guitar in his spare time. It’s a real shame if not because he’s got that rockstar look going on.

Pyramid Hair

In the ‘80s you could have your hairstyles based solely on what you liked. You could have a hairstyle as your favorite shape, your favorite food, etc. At least that’s what it looks like in the pictures. This next hairstyle is reminding us of a very strange combination…

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From the triangular shape, we’re seeing both the structure of pyramids and the mane of spaniel dogs. It’s like the barber asked this girl for hair inspiration and she responded saying, “I like pyramids and spaniels.”

An Expensive Disaster

Ladies have been going crazy over the fancy designer clothes and accessories from Louis Vuitton for ages. From the emergence of the brand, their luxury products have been well-sought after. As much as we love a nice Louis Vuitton bag, we would definitely pass on wearing a jumbo-sized jacket.

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This look actually reminds us of a sumo wrestler which is most definitely not what we want to emulate when shopping at high-end and sophisticated stores. As much as we love the classic LV monogram pattern, we’re going to have to give this jacket a hard pass.

The Avatar Look

Have you ever considered getting a perm on your hair? We get it, with the chances of it going absolutely wrong, it does require a lot of courage to get one. This grandfather, however, did get his perm in the mid-’80s, and let’s hope he never did it again!

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He really looked like Aang from Avatar: The Last Airbender coming straight out of the Airbender clan. Jokes aside, we are curious to know how this hairstyle turned out. Also, we’re pretty sure he made this uncomfortable face because those shorts gave him a serious wedgy…

Another Glamour Shot

Glamour shots were a big deal in the ‘80s. Even though they look very posed and cringe to us now, that was the photo-op trend of the time so before you pass judgment, remember that the 1980s were a very different time.

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With that being said, the overly sparkled and colorful blazer jacket is a different story and we just can’t seem to appreciate it but we will say that this young girl’s makeup looks darling on her.

The Perfect Picture

‘80s photos had a certain edge to them. Whether it was a glamor shot, dancing picture, or if the person was holding some instrument. This next one covers the latter option.

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So, here it is. A boy sitting on a stool with a saxophone in front of the Amerian flag. You have everything required for a perfectly staged picture. Let’s hope he cracked a smile in another shot!

Shorts to Socks Ratio

Besides eccentric hairstyles, glamor shots, and musical instrument pictures, another way to spot the 1980s is by looking at people’s shorts to socks ratio. The shorter the shorts and the higher up the socks, the more proof you have that it was indeed an ’80s look.

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This young man is watering his garden while rocking this outfit. We’re assuming he wore these particular garments because he doesn’t mind if they get destroyed while he does his household chores.

How About Looking Like a Heart?

Do you fancy roaming around with a bush on your head? How about a heart-shaped one? People back in the ‘80s had this hairstyle where their hair looked like two seas divided by a road while their head looked like a heart shape.

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It’s funny because it is true. If you are wondering how a heart-shaped bush for hair would look, we can guarantee you that it looks as funny as it sounds. Imagine Brad Pitt with that hair… Actually, on second thought don’t! We don’t want to ruin your opinion of Brad.

Overdressed for a Workout

Being overdressed for a party is one thing, but have you ever been overdressed for doing your workout routine? Hell no, right? We generally prefer working out wearing a freeing, comfortable gym outfit with a pair of sneakers so that our bodies can easily and comfortably move.

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Back in the ‘80s, people literally would wear layers of clothing and throw in some random footwear to pair them up with socks while going for a run. Now you want to thank your stars that you were not born in the ‘80s, don’t you?

Keep it Short

Are these pants or is that underwear – it is pretty hard to decipher between the two of them. People in the ‘80s, however, did not care much about the difference. This dad is seen pairing his bright t-shirt with his super-colorful and tiny shorts, with pride.

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It was not just him, though. It seems like everyone back in the days would visit the entire world wearing those shorts and couldn’t care less. Well, it looks as if wearing long pants wasn’t yet a thing in the 1980s.

Synchronized Outfits

While it’s surprising to see people from the 80s covered up for exercise, what they chose to wear while doing it brings back that element of surprise. Say hello to the classic gym leotards that are still celebrated during dress-up occasions.

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These bodysuits looked like those Superman suits where he wore underwear on top of his pants. This got us wondering, did Superman get inspiration for his outfits from the ‘80s?

A Hot Mess

Although it is unclear where the ‘80s fashion got its inspiration from, we are certain that they really loved bright colors. Would you want to flaunt a neon-bright top paired with hot pink leggings and a purple floral skirt? Before you give us a hard time for asking such a crazy question, that was the style during the ‘80s.

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None of the clothes would match and on top of that, funky sunglasses were a part of the outfit. This tribute here does seem like an accurate display, we’re just slightly blinded by the color overload.

Too Many Stripes

We all like nice, subtle stripes on our shirts. However, how about long and big stripes on bright and neon-colored pants? It looks as if the people of the ‘80s were big enthusiasts of striping their way through life.

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These girls seemed to love rocking their bright and striped outfits. Well, they might have looked cool then, but we are sure we would not want to rock these designs in the current times. However, we like that they’re matching, and that’s a cute friendship indicator!

Volcano or Hair

Imagine lava flowing out of a volcano. Now, look at this hairstyle. Do you see what we see? While it’s an odd coupling (a volcano versus human hair), the resemblance is undeniable.

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This crazy hairdo looks as if this woman lost her hairbrush by accident a few weeks prior and just decided to rock her unbrushed mane. While we’re clearly not such fans of the look, we can’t be too critical because she looks so happy, and smiling is infectious.

Book Sweater

You probably find the Christmas-themed family sweaters funny. If you do, you are yet to witness the sweaters they used to wear back in the ‘80s. Huge book print designs knitted on bold color sweaters were the fashion back then.

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The wool might have been cozy and comfortable but the exterior certainly looked silly. We wonder if the stylists of that decade ate too much candy and had a sugar rush every time they needed to make a fashion choice…

Batman with a Mullet

The craze for our favorite superhero costumes can never go out of style. Wearing the Batman logo with a mullet is proof of that. They were as sought after in the ‘80s as they are now for their fans.

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The only difference is that the people back in those days wore their hair all messy with these tragic mullet hairstyles. This guy looks stunning in his t-shirt, we only wish he had a different hairstyle. ‘Batman’ and ‘mullets’ are two words that should never be in the same sentence.

Denim on Denim

As much as the denim on denim look is overkill for us, we don’t have anything bad to say about this next picture because Brad Pitt’s perfect face distracted us from his outfit.

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This hunk could do no wrong in our eyes… Truth be told, maybe we’re just smitten with Pitt but we actually think he pulls off the denim look well. What do you guys think?

Madonna Circa 1985

This walk down memory lane wouldn’t be complete without a feature from the Queen of Pop in the ‘80s. Madonna looks almost unrecognizable here with her teased up hair and heavily smokey eyes. But her iconic beauty spot and blue eyes blew her cover.

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The singer-songwriter is posing here for a fashion magazine but truth be told, we’re not buying what that tutty-dress is selling. While Madonna is undeniably gorgeous, we’re not fans of the overdone outfit.

School Photo Day

Taking professional photos during the ‘80s was all the fuss. Consequently, school photo day would have been a big deal to the kids and an even bigger deal to the parents, the recipients of these awkward shots.

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So, this kid was groomed the same way most from that time would be – he got a very distinctive mushroom haircut and wore a colorfully animated top. Even though we don’t subscribe to that style, we can all at least agree on the fact that this boy is adorable.

Baggy Fabulous

This woman’s street style really reflects the time period in which it was taken – it’s over-the-top, unflattering, and awkward to look at. However, when we break it down and try to separate the garments in our minds, there is actually some potential.

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For starters, those blue satin high boots would have been cute if they were paired with a plain and sleek outfit and the same goes for the shirt. As for the jean skirt, that can remain in the ‘80s.

The Power Puff Girls

These three models are all clearly beautiful and striking women, but we’re struggling to take this photo seriously because of the awkward stance in which they are posing.

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Some ‘80s fashion photographer must have thought it was a good idea to position these ladies like this to sell the ski clothes but truth be told, we’re getting a creepy version of The Power Puff Girls from it.

The ‘80s Called

When we saw this photo of this woman with her giant perm and old-fashioned phone we couldn’t help but use it as content for our next joke, so here goes: “The ‘80s called and they want none of this outfit back.” Ouch!

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We know that we sound way harsh but the frumpy shirt and skirt combo together with the perm hairstyle isn’t doing favors for anyone. With that being said, we wouldn’t mind keeping this phone as a vintage collectible item.

SJP’s Hairdo

Another gorgeous and familiar face was hit by the ‘80s doom of bad hairstyles. Here we see actress Sarah Jessica Parker sporting a raised perm. While we love SJP and surprisingly like her fashion here, this hairdo is hurting our eyes.

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It honestly looks like someone superimposed a crazy wig onto her. Luckily she realized that the ‘80s wasn’t her prime in terms of hair because she hasn’t been seen in a perm since.

Double the Trouble

The only thing worse than the outfits worn here is the fact that there are two sets of them. Excuse our rude rant but with all due respect, what on earth is going on? Not one article of clothing matches or looks nice independently so who in their right mind thought to double up on them?

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The hairstyles displayed here aren’t a joy to behold either but they’re actually less bizarre than the fashion choices. These sets of twins get twice the flack from us!

As Colorful as the Parrot

You know your costume is loud and bright when it blends in with a parrot… These two guys from the ‘80s look so multi-colored that we had to examine this picture in intervals. Our eyes actually hurt from watching the screen for too long.

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But besides that minor inconvenience, we actually want to thank these two dudes for supplying us with our much-needed daily comic relief – from their haircuts to their suits and elated facial expressions, we can’t help but laugh at this one.

The Ugly Sweater Duo

The ugly sweater game just became more real after sighting this ‘80s couple. Before we can even unpack those atrocious garments, let’s chat about the duo’s strategic pose. The couple is attempting to emulate their train sweaters by positioning themselves as if they were a train.

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We have one word to sum up this photo-op – ‘AWKWARD.’ As for the sweaters, we’ll recycle that word again to describe them, plus we’ll add ‘gross.’ Sorry not sorry!

Working Girl

Joan Cusack’s makeup and hair in the 1988 film Working Girl hits the nail on the head in terms of the ‘80s starter pack look.

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From her multi-colored eyeshadow choices to her overly-volumized perm and frumpy attire, Joan’s character is a true testament to that decade. While we’re big fans of Joan and the movie, that doesn’t mean we have to love the clothes. It’s pretty obvious already how we feel.

Time to Pose

In the era of Instagram and models, there is no shortage of ways to pose for a picture. The fabulous poses today were not very common in the ‘80s. Everyone, including models and television stars, seemed to pose in a rather staged and silly way and they owned it.

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This girl is literally posing with a photo frame of Uncle Jesse from Full House in her hands. If you look closely, you would see even Uncle Jesse has a weird pose in the picture which works perfectly with this girl’s awkward stance.

Skiing Style

Which season do you think has the best fashion? A lot of people would say winter style because we have to wear more layers and find creative ways to make it look cute. However, the winter trends during the ‘80s looked like they were always prepared to ski down the slopes…

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Apart from the huge sweaters worn, the slope-style winter outfits came in several vibrant colors. If somebody was actually skiing in an outfit like one of these girls, they wouldn’t have to worry about not being seen. So, from a safety perspective, we’re on board with these neon colors.

How Do You Brush This Out?

Like we agreed before, the hair-do’s in the ‘80s did not get any better over the decade. The hair that this girl is wearing seems to be spiked up so much that she almost looks as if she got electrocuted by her hairdryer.

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We, however, cannot deny how stunning she looks with those bold lips and eyes. While there is no doubt about her gorgeous face, we wish she styled her hair with a touch less teasing and volume.

Not Enough Mesh

We all love to rock fishnet stockings, but how would you like an entire shirt made of mesh nets? That certainly is a hard pass, isn’t it? The ‘80s, well pretty obviously, liked more mesh outfits.

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Shirts made of mesh paired up with pants were considered trendy. While there is no denying that we would love to keep fishnet stockings, we would like for the mesh net shirts to remain in the ‘80s.

A Trio of Thrillers

Admirers of Michael Jackson are undoubtedly all around the globe. However, it looks like the ‘80s was a bit too fond of the singer. Outfits were styled as Michael Jackson costumes and people went crazy for them.

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These three adorable little brothers look more than happy with their Michael Jackson outfits on. It is no wonder why this style was highly accepted during the ‘80s. Even if this fashion trend makes a rebound, Michael Jackson fans would probably not mind that.

40+ Fashion Mistakes That Men Need to Stop Committing

Men’s Awful Fashion Mistakes

Fashion changes all the time. This applies to men’s fashion as much as it does to women’s fashion. Just as there have been many fashion faux pas in the ladies’ niche, the same can be said for men. Today, we’ll be focusing on the mistakes committed by men. We have compiled a collection of unforgivable men’s fashion and style fails that have been committed. There’ll be laughter, cringes, and maybe even tears for these poor men.

Avoid Holes in Socks

All men seem to have holes in their socks, yet they avoid getting rid of them at all costs. The problem with holes in socks is that these don’t look any good. Unfortunately, if a worn area is starting to appear on the sock, you need to throw it away ASAP. Time for new socks!

Avoid Holes in Socks

If you’re prone to wearing out the toes faster than the rest of the sock, consider socks that offer more padding in the toe area in order to prevent holes. Throw out old socks and you won’t have to worry about holey socks anymore!

Prevent Product Build-Up

Men won’t admit it, but they secretly love their hair care products. From gels, hairsprays, and leave-in conditioners, there’s plenty for men to add to their hair. It‘s all good and well until you end up applying too much. Hair gel, especially, looks greasy and hard when you use too much.

Prevent Product Build-Up

You don’t need to apply much when it comes to hair gel and mousse. A small amount rubbed between your hands and spread evenly through your hair is sufficient enough for styling.

Get Rid of Denim Shorts

Many men wear denim shorts. Normally, they sit just above knee height. They’re popular for all different ages, from teens to adults. Unfortunately, we have some bad news for you… Get rid of them, now!

Get Rid of Denim Shorts

These shorts don’t look good and often have a too-relaxed look. Since pulling off the short denim look can be hard, avoid it altogether. Opt for something comfortable that still offers plenty of styles – like chino shorts.

The Classic Fanny Pack

Your eyes will hurt if you look at someone wearing a waist bag, or fanny pack as they used to be called. It’s a good idea for your sanity to avoid wearing one of these annoyingly popular items.

The Classic Fanny Pack

If we’re honest, we can’t say this trend made sense the first time around. Yet, here it is again, making most of us feel uncomfortable. Skip this one, gents! There’s no redeeming quality here.

Control the Sunglasses Look

Our friendly advice is to get rid of the sports sunglasses look; they no longer give off a cool vibe. If you want your shades to look like a fashion statement, then you need to stop buying cheap sunglasses.

Control the Sunglasses Look

If you want to come across as someone with style, opt for brands such as Ray-Ban and Tom Ford. If you’re budget-friendly, spend more money on other accessories for your outfit. Sunglasses don’t add much value.

Don’t Look Like a Costumed Character

Men seem to think that wearing more colors and patterns at once is a good idea. Let’s get one thing straight – it’s not, under any circumstances. You may be able to pull it off with dark or neutral colors.

Don’t Look Like a Costumed Character

When it comes to bright-colored patterns and shades, you can mix one or two. Any more than that and you’ll look like something from a kid’s cartoon. You may even get asked where the dress-up party is located!

Sports Jerseys Are Not Daily Attire

Let’s be clear on this one: Sports jerseys are great for getting in the mood to watch a game on TV or to show your support when going to a live game. Unfortunately, men seem to forget that the jerseys should come off after the game.

Sports Jerseys Are Not Daily Attire

Sports jerseys aren’t something that you wear around the house for daily wear. These types of clothes don’t work well for everyday wear. Stick to normal shirts or tanks for around the house and leave the jerseys for the next game.

Avoid the Clunky Look

Women can pull off jewelry, from bangles to rings and earrings. Men don’t have the same privilege. Men can’t wear a lot of rings on their fingers without looking messy. Forget the oversized jewelry and aim for one or two pieces of petite jewelry.

Avoid the Gangster Look

Avoid any big buckles, stones, or thick banded bracelets and rings. Work with silver more than gold, as gold can give off an obnoxious look more than silver.

Say ‘No’ to Fur

This look has been out of fashion for a long time. If you’re going camping in winter, then you can wear this. However, don’t let anyone see you wearing one of these anywhere else.

Say ‘No’ to Fur

For that matter, you can’t be seen in public wearing a fur coat or hat. You might be mistaken for someone living in the past. Putting a fur coat on leaves you open to many looks of confusion.

The Socks With Sandals Fad

Why do men think wearing socks with sandals is acceptable and looks good? The only way to describe this is simply ugly! Socks go with sneakers, and bare feet go with sandals. That’s the right way to wear them.

The Socks With Sandals Fad

If you feel a little self-conscious about your feet, then your best bet is to go ahead and just pop socks on and wear sneakers. Wearing socks with sandals at home is okay but slip on sneakers when you leave the house.

Brands Don’t Define You

Are you one of those people who are loyal to brand names? Do you feel good about wearing brand-name clothing? Think about it for a minute and realize that brands don’t define you or your style.

Brands Don’t Define You

Try out new clothes and see how they fit and feel. You may find other branded clothing to feel more comfortable than those with an expensive price tag.

Forget Beaten-Up Shoes

Now, if there’s something that ruins a good outfit, it’s dirty and beaten-up shoes. These shoes have the effect of ruining even the plainest, most casual look. If you’re prone to ruining shoes, have a nice, clean pair for outings and keep the more beaten-up pair to wear around the house.

Forget Beaten-Up Shoes

No matter how well you design your wardrobe and how expensive your outfit is, you’re ruining the look by wearing beaten-up shoes.

Monochromatic Suits

We only see monochromatic suits in movies like The Matrix. Quite often, these suits are only worn by movie villains. Wearing everything in the same color as a suit is a no-go.

Monochromatic Suits

The problem with doing this is it makes it hard to be noticed. You end up blending in, and people need to take a second look to notice you. Add some color! It doesn’t need to be bold, just enough to break the monochromatic look.

Tie Clips and a Vest

Never wear this! You already have a waistcoat that works well to hold the tie in place, so why would you need a tie clip? It just seems like overkill.

Tie Clips and a Vest

In this case, you need to choose one or the other – there’s no in-between or compromise, sorry folks. Going into a hurricane, well, maybe the two might prevent the tie from swirling around, but we think the waistcoat will do just fine.

Suspenders With a Belt

Why, oh, why would someone wear suspenders with a belt? Isn’t the whole point of wearing a belt to hold your pants up? Do you wear suspenders to hold your pants up? Why would someone wear both?

Suspenders With a Belt

Unfortunately, you need to choose which one you’re going to wear. Suspenders seem to be old and outdated now. Perhaps stick to a belt to appear normal, rather than overkill with the whole holding your pants up thing.

Get Yourself Some Collar Stays

Nothing looks worse than having a limp collar floating around in the wind. The good thing is you can buy a collar stay that’ll flatten the collar and keep it in place. There’s nothing formal about a limp collar. Collar stays are affordable and easy to use. You can’t even tell they’re there!

Get Yourself Some Collar Stays

So what’s your excuse for not wearing one? You can purchase a collar stay from any formal clothing shop that sells men’s shirts. Consider buying one when you buy your next shirt.

Correct Your Tie Length

One thing that we see too often is men wearing ties that are either too short or too long. Both look out of place and are easily noticed. A tie’s length needs to be around belt level. Sometimes, you can get away with it being longer, but never go shorter!

Correct Your Tie Length

Short ties are something to laugh about. It’s also important to consider the width. If you’re thin, then a thick one won’t suit you; a thin one won’t suit a larger person.

How Many Buttons?

There’s controversy over how many buttons are best to button on your suit jacket. The general rule is to open the last button on waistcoats and jackets. Some men might not worry about this, but it tends to interfere with the aesthetics and proportions.

How Many Buttons?

Remember to undo a couple of buttons on your jacket when you sit down. Doing so will take pressure off the threads. But in the same way, don’t walk around with all the buttons undone – it looks sloppy and ruins the impact of a suit.

Sneakers With Suit Pants

Well, we can’t say we agree with this look. We can’t bring ourselves to agree with it, but there is a way to make the whole outfit look better. We all own sneakers, but it doesn’t mean they’ll look good with a suit!

Sneakers With Suit Pants

Plain low-line white sneakers are the best to use if you really have to wear sneakers with a suit. Anything like high tops or bulky shoes is going to look ridiculous. This rule also goes for black sneakers, but it depends on what color suit you’re wearing.

Match the Socks

You might think it’s not a big deal, but socks can break or make an outfit. There are a few general rules when it comes to wearing socks. Don’t think it doesn’t matter because people can’t see them because, at times, they can.

Match the Socks

When you sit down, the pants slide up, and there are your socks. Avoid white socks at all costs, and cartoon characters or patterns go in the same category. Do everyone a favor and match the socks with the outfit.

Consider the Length of the Pants

Seriously, men don’t have fashion sense if they think the length of their pants doesn’t matter. It doesn’t matter what type of pants you have on, the length is important. Pants that are too long or too short look bad.

Consider the Length of the Pants

If you buy pants that are too long, a simple hem alteration will do the job. You have two options for pants: Over the shoes or just sitting on top of the shoes.

The Right Arm Length

This is another common issue that men seem to overlook often. It doesn’t look good to have your sleeves over your hands, whether it’s a suit coat, shirt, or casual long-sleeve. The sleeve should be positioned just over the wrist.

The Right Arm Length

Again, a simple hemming job will do the trick. It’s easy to learn how to do it yourself or take the shirt to an alteration shop to have it fitted and hemmed correctly. Don’t leave yourself looking sloppy when there’s a simple fix.

Incorrect Suit Fit

Sometimes, men like to splurge and buy expensive suits for a wedding or a special occasion. Unfortunately, there’s no point in buying an expensive suit if it doesn’t fit you correctly. There’s no in-between, it either fits or doesn’t.

Incorrect Suit Fit

A suit that seems to flow around you will give the impression that you wear clothes that are too big and you don’t care about your appearance. Men can change their whole image, for the better, with a suit that fits properly.

Big, Bold Slogan Icons

These T-shirts basically allow you to show people what you think. Unfortunately, these shirts don’t offer much in the way of fashion. There’s also the fact that many are meant to be funny, but the public doesn’t see it that way.

Big, Bold Slogan Icons

Small logos are ok, especially if they’re for a brand. Many t-shirts that say stupid things like “I paused my game to be here” are seen in a negative light. Keep these at home and go for something a little more stylish for outings.

Say ‘No’ to Extreme V-Necks

Some v-necks are okay if they’re small. You should stay away from the types that are just plain dramatic. You’ll get more frowns than anything else when wearing one of these. You might get a few ladies looking at your chest hair, but overall, these are bad.

Say ‘No’ to Extreme V-Necks

V-necks were once in, and some people still wear them. However, they’re more of a gym-wear option than something you’d wear when going out. Stick to something a little less overboard.

No Words to Describe It

What exactly is this? Is it a tank top, fishnet, or something else? Does it even have a name? The question is, why is a man wearing one of these?

No Words to Describe It

That’s certainly not gym wear, nor does it even fit in the casual department. What purpose does this “shirt” serve? Please don’t buy one of these.

Hats, Hats, and No Hats

Well, the whole hat thing that was once in has settled down now and barely exists. Seeing someone wear a bowler hat is a good conversation starter… when you’re in the mood to complain.

Hats, Hats, and No Hats

Sure, sun hats in summer are great! But hats for fashion? No way! If you’re wearing a sporty outfit, you may pull off the whole cap look, but that’s as far as that one’s going to go.

Not All Sunglasses Are Good

Some people wear sunglasses thinking they look good. Unfortunately, most of them don’t look good at all. Many people wouldn’t want to be seen without sunglasses.

Not All Sunglasses Are Good

Not because they shield their eyes from the sun but because they believe it makes them look good. If you aren’t using them for eye protection, avoid them at all costs.

Use Less Hair Products

What good advice! The problem men have when it comes to styling their hair is using too much product. This isn’t good, as too much gel and hairspray can make the hair look greasy and hard. We don’t think this is a good look.

Use Less Hair Products

You can achieve the same look when you reduce the amount you use. The thing to remember is to use the right product for the job. Some products are meant for spiking hair, which gel works great for but hairspray doesn’t.

Failing to Groom

When men don’t groom properly, it’s very noticeable. Many males reading this will state that they don’t use a moisturizer or pluck the hairs from their noses. Many are overdue for haircuts and can’t remember when they last used shampoo and conditioner.

Failing to Groom

A simple haircut, a good wash, and a proper shave can go a long way regarding your appearance. Did you know that men can take 10 years off their appearance when tidying themselves up?

Take Action and Brush Your Teeth

While it’s not only yucky to look at, it also feels gross when your teeth are dirty. It can be costly to go to the dentist, that’s for sure, but a good clean might be all you need.

Take Action and Brush Your Teeth

If you don’t clean your teeth, they turn yellow, and you end up with gum disease. Avoid kissing anyone, as your breath will be disgusting. Everyone’s happy when you have a fresh, clean mouth.

Don’t Overdo the Accessories

Too many men love to go crazy with accessories. Unfortunately, they can give off the look of someone trying to appear rich, which doesn’t look good. You can achieve a stylish look just by using a nice watch and even some cufflinks.

Don’t Overdo the Accessories

The more you wear, the more you look silly. Sometimes less is more. For men, a simple look with two accessories looks more appealing. There’s no need to overdo it.

Uh-Oh

Oh no, this hurts our eyes to look at! What on earth is going on in this picture? The black and white for a whole suit is wrong, not to mention the fact there’s so much going on with the pattern!

Uh-Oh

It looks like he chose this outfit to draw attention to himself, but he may have attracted the wrong kind of attention. A stylish outfit like this belongs behind a closed door. Patterns don’t suit men. If you must wear patterns, consider it for a handkerchief in your pocket.

Say ‘No’ to Shark Tooth Necklaces

These were once the ‘in’ thing, as they were considered fashionable. Unfortunately, that was many years ago. No one wears these anymore, apart for one or two surfers.

Say ‘No’ to Shark Tooth Necklaces

If you like wearing jewelry, opt for something a little more stylish and definitely in the current era. These are nothing more than novelty items when people wish to dress up as Crocodile Dundee.

Avoid Crocs

Unfortunately, Crocs never made it far in the fashion world. These weren’t popular among children and certainly not among men. Crocs look silly, and that’s all you need to know.

Avoid Crocs

Avoid wearing them. You’d probably look better wearing a pair of slippers. In fact, you’d probably gain more respect in slippers, or even bare feet, than you would while wearing Crocs.

Canvas Slip-On, No Way!

Canvas slip-ons are easy to put on and comfortable to wear. However, the truth is coming out and it’s going to hurt! Get rid of your canvas shoes. Don’t, under any circumstances, wear these in public.

Canvas Slip-On, No Way!

These shoes are in the same category as Crocs. They get dirty, are hard to clean, and simply look bad. You can do so much better! Even a pair of flip-flops would be better than the old canvas slip-ons. Time to up your game!

High-Waisted Pants, NEXT!

Oh dear, please avoid wearing old high-waisted pants. The style comes and goes for women, and most can pull it off without any hassle. Men, on the other hand, must steer clear of these. If you must wear these, don’t wear tucked-in shirts with them.

High-Waisted Pants, NEXT!

Men don’t need to highlight their hips. An oversized shirt might hide most of these pants. They may have worked back in the day but not anymore.

Toe Shoes

We have the Crocs and the canvas shoes, but unfortunately, we also have toe shoes. As if toe socks weren’t horrible enough, they were at least hidden by your shoes. Can anyone tell us what these shoes would pair well with?

Toe Shoes

These shoes shouldn’t have been invented in the first place, and we struggle to understand why and how they’d offer any benefits. Do you wear toe socks or no socks? Don’t answer that. Instead, throw them away!

Men Don’t Wear Earrings

Earrings were a thing that was popular in the 80s, and that’s where they need to stay. There’s no room for male earrings in this day and age.

Men Don’t Wear Earrings

A necklace or ring is a much better alternative. Lose the earrings and stop traveling back to the 80s – which is in the past for a good reason.

Ugg Boots and Men? Nope!

Sorry, but we have to say ‘no’ to men wearing Ugg boots. Ugg boots for men aren’t a thing, and they never should be. Sure, everyone likes to relax, so wearing them at home is fine.

Ugg Boots and Men? Nope!

Ugg boots are not leaving-the-house shoes that neither males nor females should wear. Let’s hope they don’t become a fashion statement again anytime soon.

Backpacks and Suits, Hmm

Yes, it’s a thing, men wear suits with a backpack on. Such a look is not a good one, and they often get frowned upon by many. A crossover body bag, or even one on the shoulder, isn’t as bad as a backpack.

Backpacks and Suits, Hmm

Perhaps it’s time to downsize your possessions if you need to carry a backpack. The other option is to carry it in your hands and try to look as casual as possible.

Dirty Shoes

You’ve just washed your white sneakers, and they’re sparkling. But then you look down and see the stains all over your laces. Not cool! It can be hard to remove stains from laces, and they often need stain treatment.

Dirty Shoes

The best thing to do here is to replace the white laces each time you wash your shoes so they look fresh and new each time the sneakers are clean. It’s a good thing that laces are only a few bucks!

A Male Midriff? Please, No

There’s nothing good about this! Men shouldn’t be showing off their bellies unless they don’t have a shirt on at all. A half-shirt? No way!

A Male Midriff? Please, No

It looks like he either put his daughter’s clothes on in the dark or his shirt had a fight with the dryer, and the dryer won. Surely this just shrunk, right? This can’t really be a thing, can it?

Tucked-In Shirts

Are you proud that you tucked your shirt in? Sorry, but there’s nothing good about tucking your shirt in. It looks old-fashioned and like you’re stuck in the past.

Tucked-In Shirts

Younger males can add 20 years to their lives when wearing one of these. Don’t expect to get anyone to accept you on a date when you’re still tucking your shirt in. Most likely, they’ll ask you if you still live with your mom.

Say ‘No’ to Square-Toed Shoes

You should avoid square-toed shoes at all costs. While they might seem good to wear if you like them, they aren’t acceptable under any circumstances. These shoes are outdated and make men look awkward.

Say ‘No’ to Square-Toed Shoes

These are the opposite of really pointed shoes. These shoes are just like real pointed shoes, except they offer a dramatic look which is something to avoid. Just stick to normal shoes for the best outcome.