Our friend Tylor had his 30th birthday last month, and his friends threw him a surprise birthday party, 80's style. Naturally, it was held at Classic Skating. Brown roller skates rule.
The saddest part about the whole bit is that half the girls there went and bought their 80's outfits at the mall that very day. Have you seen the crap they're selling these days? You can seriously walk into the mall and buy yourself a pair of purple acid wash skinny jeans right this very second. The eighties were an embarrassment to fashion. And to repeat such a mistake is a humiliation. Mocking the eighties, however, is great fun.
Shanna never disappoints. Half the reason I even showed up to this party is to see what she would wear.
Thanks Shanna. And Bravo.
This guy (Jon White) actually brought an empty can of Tab to hold as a PROP. It complements the mullet so nicely.
Foggy picture brought to you by - what else - the fog machine.
May the eighties rest in peace.
And stay dead.
Awesome.
ReplyDeleteShanna, those red stonewashed jeans are an inspiration and I applaud you for always being willing to damage your hair for a good costume.
Wanna know what's worse, Nat? The purple acid wash jeans were only $10. Yup -- price 'em cheap so ALL the 15 year olds can afford them and thereby bring back the '80s.
ReplyDeleteI am disappointed I saw no gellies. I actually had a pair (closed toed) in high school that were considered "cool".
ReplyDeleteI agree, no one looks back and says, "Man the 80's were great". Maybe they would say that about the 20's...I however, am happy for the 80's for a few things.... ME and BUTT ROCK. Don't knock it till you've given it a good listen.
Nat--looks like fun. My fav thing about the 80's is the hair. Who cares if teen girls are wearing purple jeans (which I did not know you could find at the mall, since I can't remember the last time I was actually at one...maybe with you at gateway). It is the hair that better never come back, but if it does, I am ready. This natural curl blown and brushed would be pretty sweet. What a fun party...I need to call you so that we can chat. It seems like every time I sit down I fall asleep...a new baby will do that to you. I will be calling soon though.
ReplyDeleteWhat a fun party. You and Shanna looks great!
ReplyDeleteWIth those shoulders pads, you can just call me Sheri! (as in Sheri Dew)
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