The ’80s are officially back: here are 11 fashion trends you’ll actually want to wear

Whether it was ruffles, shirring, ruching, or draping, ’80s fashion was dominated by texture, from clothing to accessories. Our favorite interpretation of this by far has been the slouchy boot. It’s an easy way to add some texture to your wardrobe without going overboard with puff sleeves and tutus. Not to mention, they were the go-to look for fashion icon Princess Diana.

Have motorcycle jackets ever Really old fashioned? This season, the oversized version of the silhouette seemed to be the fashion favorite. For the perfect ’80s pinup look, pair it with a pair of blue jeans.

It’s no secret that designers recycle denim trends from the past. We’ve seen the return of the low-rise bootcut jeans of the early 2000s to the ultra-loose, ultra-long skater jeans of the ’90s. Why not acid wash? Invest in a complete ensemble à la Dolly Parton. Or, for a more subtle version, opt for an understated skirt.

Oversized blazers have been everywhere this fall. Whether paired with slacks 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 using one for your look, remember that bigger is better.

Designers of the 1980s were famous for their use of bright colors. Take this iconic photo of Iman Abdulmajid strutting down the runway for Claude Montana’s spring/summer ’86 show as an example. Today, we can turn to designers like Ester Manas and Undercover for bold, striking shades reminiscent of their ’80s predecessors.

This shot of Grace Jones walking in Azzedine Alaia’s Spring/Summer ’86 couture show may or may not be why my love for hooded dresses runs so strong. They are elegant, majestic and leave a lot to the imagination, which is why they are so attractive. Plus, they appeared in shows across the board this season, securing their spot on the 1980s comeback list.

Delicate jewelry has been the standard for the past few years. However, recently we have noticed a shift towards thicker and more artistic styles. Take notes from ’80s supermodel Kelly Emberg, who paired a gold necklace with a spaghetti strap dress to strike the perfect balance between excess and minimalism.

When it came to the ’80s, the more lace the better. The material was initially popularized by pop stars of the day, but later caught on with the younger generations, making the fabric a staple of the 1980s. As we all know, what goes around comes around. And this time the trend has stayed true to form without much modern alteration.

Just like today, the ’80s were all about mixing the masculine and the feminine. At the time, the power suit served as a feminist symbol for women entering the male-dominated workforce. More recently, it has become a signifier of androgyny and the decline of gender binaries in fashion.

Shoulder pads go hand in hand with the power suit trend of the 1980s. At the time, their purpose was to create a more masculine shape. Today, they symbolize the rejection of our loungewear to work from home. When it comes to shoulder pads, we say go big or go bigger. Become a true ’80s icon in a luxurious silk dress. For a more understated look, try this long sleeve from The Frankie Shop.

For a decade that was over the top in almost every way, the ’80s understood the power of being subtly sexy, which has been a breath of fresh air as we’ve moved away from the overt sexiness of Y2K fashion. A style that we believe encapsulates that certain I do not know what It’s the off-the-shoulder look that’s been popping up everywhere lately.