if you thought the eighties was just this summers passing trend, think again. Its going to be a hot look come winter, too. On the catwalk, anything goes but in real life theres one unbreakable rule: focus on one area eyes, lips, cheeks or hair and one area only. (Unless youre off to a fancy dress party, in which case use Marc Jacobs a/w 09 show for reference and imitate at will.) Your eighties cheat sheet includes crimped hair, heavy matte contouring, bold, glossy lips and pops of bright eye shadow, and heres our pick of the products to help you get the look.
From the purple suede and chain mail casing to the paint box-inspired eyes shadows housed within, this palette scream 80s. Experiment to your heart’s content.
At Topshop Unique’s s/s 09 show, printed headscarves were tied in a bow on top of the models’ heads. Pair with acid washed denim and you’re good to go.
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Crimper, £15 by Babyliss. For stockists call 08705 133 191
Bring the look into the noughties by crimping just a few sections of your hair to add body, then pull hair back into a loose, high ponytail for full retro appeal.