What 80′s Costume Would Suit a Partygoer?

With many costume parties, most people find themselves at a loss when it comes to outfits. Even though the invitation clearly states which decade the theme is based on, you still do not know what to wear and which character to go as. Take for instance the eighties. Many people do not realize it, but this decade is the most popular when it comes to theme parties. Why, you might ask? The 80s costumes are loud, bold, and colorful and give one a sense of excess.

The more layered your look the better. Funky outfits with big hair would get you through the door! Now that you have a better idea, get hold of a costume store, (there are many online), and look at their costumes and also the ideas on offer. They will no doubt have a myriad of icons to choose from like Madonna, Boy George, David Bowie and Cyndi Lauper. If you fancy going as a rocker, consider the Prince of Darkness himself – Ozzy Osbourne.

The great thing about the eighties is that you can doll yourself up by going overboard with your make up and accessories. Use brightly sprayed hair or glitter on your eyelids and do not forget those insanely high platform shoes.

Who could forget the all-time favorite cop show – Miami Vice? Go as Crockett or Tubbs and dazzle the women with your suave looks that say “smoothly agreeable”. Grow your beard for several days, as stubble was so in fashion in those days. Grab a pair of shades (aviators work the best) and charm the opposite sex with your good looks and dashing attire.

If you are serious about impressing your fellow partygoers, then consider this winner: Do you remember the iconic movie Flashdance? If you do then you will know that Jennifer Beals started a new trend in fashion.

Oversized sweatshirts that have large necks and fall off one shoulder, tights, and leotards; frizzy hair taken back around the ears and that look of wetness as she danced herself into a stupor. Combined this became “the” look for the 80′s. Why not dress yourself up like her? Take a pump spritzer bottle along to spray yourself often, to give yourself that sweaty look, while you run on the spot as Jennifer did.

No matter whom you want to go as, you will have no problem getting all those finer details you need to make your costume look authentic. You have the option of renting the movie to study certain moves your hero or heroine did, or you could do some searches on the internet where you will find thousands of suggestions and great offers. You do not have an excuse anymore. There is just too much help readily available to make your costume one of the most talked about for months to come.

To get into the groove for your 80s costumes, you should read a biography of your icon as well. Having a lot of info will be a wonderful conversation tool while you circulate at the party.