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Totally tubular: The 10 best gifts for the '80s girl in your life
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Remember when retro meant the 1950s? Well, time marches on, and now the 80s are far enough in the rearview mirror to inspire nostalgia. Good thing, too. That era produced some epic icons, and with them trends that deserve a second life. Is your recipient a true ’80s superfan? Take this quiz and find out!
Then crank up Madonna’s Lucky Star, slip into your Flashdance cut sweatshirt, and shop our gift guide of awesome 80s goodies.
’80s 12-Piece Bracelet Set
Remember when you and your bestie had so many “Madonna” rubber bracelets up your arm, you couldn’t count them? Well they’re baaack, in fun neon—and, believe it or not, the kids love them. Great for your tween niece.
Shop it: ’80s 12-piece bracelet set, $4, walmart.com
Hillman College fleece sweatshirt
The Cosby Show spinoff A Different World took our beloved Lisa Bonet (aka Denise Huxtable) off to college. This cozy, authentic-looking sweatshirt celebrates her alma mater (fun fact: Marisa Tomei got her start on this show, as Denise’s college buddy!).
Shop it: Hillman College fleece sweatshirt, $21, walmart.com
I Love the 80s T shirt
A tiny tee with a sense of humor—and history. This proud-and-loud tribute to the ’80s perfectly achieves that nonchalant off-the-shoulder drape.
Shop it: I Love the ’80s T shirt, $11, walmart.com
Awkward Styles off-the-shoulder sweatshirt
When Jennifer Beals (aka Alex Owens, in Flashdance) first wowed us with her cut-neck sweatshirt, one of the major 80s trends was born. What goes around comes around—it’s time to rock it again!
Shop it: Awkward Styles off-the-shoulder sweatshirt, $26, walmart.com
Timex women’s classical digital mini gold-tone watch
It’s hip to be square with a totally nerdy-cool old-school digital watch. With as much charm and mystery as a rotary phone, this makes an awesome gift for the stylin’ twentysomething.
Shop it: Timex women’s classical digital mini gold-tone watch, $40 (Was $50), walmart.com
MTV Juniors' Checkerboard Logo T-Shirt
Video killed the radio star! I Want my MTV! This super-faded authentic-looking tee says it all. (You know you want one for yourself, so grab a couple—it makes a great gift.)
Shop it: MTV Juniors' Checkerboard Logo T-Shirt, $18 (Was $26), walmart.com
EV1 from Ellen DeGeneres Reversible Chevron Colorblock Puffer Bomber Jacket Women's
Add some old-school style on the way out the door. This ski jacket from Ellen DeGeneres’ line, tops you off with a slimming chevron print. It’s a totally flattering, wearable ’80s trend. Expect compliments.
Shop it: EV1 from Ellen DeGeneres Reversible Chevron Colorblock Puffer Bomber Jacket Women's, $38, walmart.com
OneStep2 i-Type Camera Stranger Things Edition
Into instant gratification? Try a classic Polaroid camera! Perfect for parties or to pass around the brunch table. And a great bonding agent when the family gathers for the holidays. So much old-fashioned fun!
Shop it: OneStep2 i-Type Camera Stranger Things Edition, $110, walmart.com
Naxa NPB-426 Portable CD Player with AM/FM Stereo Radio Cassette Player/Recorder
Sure Alexa has her benefits, but as L.L. Cool J once said, I can’t live without my radio! SO much more fun at parties and picnics! (Aren’t you glad you didn’t toss those CD’s once you uploaded them?).
Shop it: Naxa NPB-426 Portable CD Player with AM/FM Stereo Radio Cassette Player/Recorder, $46, walmart.com
Neon legwarmers
Stay warm while looking totally rad with electric neon leg warmers. Wear with chunky sneakers for a long lean line at the gym.
Shop it: Neon legwarmers, $7, walmart.com
For more style inspiration check out Andrea Linett’s style blog, I Want to Be Her.
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