Beauty & Style

'80s Fashion For Women

Eighties style has been back since practically the end of the '90s, and it's showing no signs of slowing. Here's how to take a 20-year old look to the cutting edge of your wardrobe. Enlarge

'80s Fashion For Women

Eighties style has been back since practically the end of the '90s, and it's showing no signs of slowing. Here's how to take a 20-year old look to the cutting edge of your wardrobe.

Step 1: Daytime

Leave your straight-leg pants in storage: skinny jeans are still the order of the day. Go for light blue jeans, or push the look with colored denim.

The key to the top is a defined waist. Whether you're wearing a t-shirt or sweater, belt it.

High heels are back, simple and unadorned. Choose metallic or one of the season's bright colors. Top it off with a big purse and you're looking fly.

Step 2: Night time

Eighties evening dressing should be bold and glamorous, updated with a streamlined look. Choose a dress with saturated color, satiny fabric, and an elegant drape.

Keep that belt handy because waists are cinched again. Slick your hair back and wear minimal jewelry. For makeup, go with dark eyeliner and shiny lips. And as with any bold look, wear it like you mean it.