Stiles from Teen Wolf 80s Costume
Everyone needs a sidekick, and Scott’s sidekick in Teen Wolf, Rupert “Stiles” Stilinski, is a classic. He’s got the verve to help Scott Howard (played by Michael J. Fox) make the most of his new-found wolfiness. His personal style and mannerisms make a fun and over the top costume for your next 80s party or Halloween. Just be careful when you hit the roof to go “Surfin USA.” This 1985 cinematic treasure doesn’t get the props it...
Chris Knight of Real Genius 80s Costume Idea
The good folks at Found Item Clothing developed this costume, and we are sure glad they did. 1985’s “Real Genius” was a great movie. Directed by Martha Coolidge (also director of Valley Girl), this movie has it all — love, coming of age, action, good defeating evil and the likes of both Deborah Foreman and Val Kilmer (playing the lead role as Chris Knight). Val Kilmer is a pleasure even if he had the IQ of a door, but make him a...
Bluto from Animal House Costume
While Animal House is technically a movie of the late 70s (1978), we are claiming it for the 80s. In terms of costumes, it doesn’t get any easier or more fun than Bluto’s signature look (played by John Belushi) — the “College” sweatshirt and a liquor bottle. In fact, aside from getting the sweatshirt, you can pull the rest of the costume together from the contents of your own wardrobe (and liquor cabinet). So, take a trip back...
80s Marty McFly Costume from Back to the Future
The ultimate underdog, Marty McFly in 1985’s Back to the Future travels back to 1955 via a totally rad, souped-up DeLorean and changes his family’s fortunes forever. This classic 80s movie character makes the perfect costume because it is easily identifiable and easy to pull together with things you likely already have. The key to the Marty McFly look is the layering of the top pieces – 4 layers by our count! So, rev up the flux...
80s Party Costume Idea: Karate Kid
Wax On – Wax Off Ralph Macchio hit his career high in this heart-warming, little guy beats the big mean dude movie, Karate Kid. If your outer wimp is just aching to release your inner stud, this may be just the 80s costume party idea for you. You can combine this costume with other characters (like the mean guys from Cobra Kai) from the movie for a great group costume. This costume is relatively easy to put together,...
Ronald Reagan Mask and Costume
Well [said in your best Ronald Reagan voice], what better 80s icon to pay homage to with your next 80s costume than the leader of the free world through most of the decade, our geriatric president, Ronald Reagan. Even if you can’t explain what Reaganomics were, you can still lead the party with this costume. Heck, he was even voted Time Magazine’s person of the year in 1980. And, the bonus is, unlike Reagan’s trickle-down economics,...
80s Costume Idea: Vince Neil of Mötley Crüe
This awesome 80s costume comes to us from one of our site readers, Chuck T. Thanks so much for sharing, Chuck! You look totally rad! This is Chuck dressed as Vince Neil during Halloween 2009. In year’s past he have dressed as Billy Idol and won a costume contest. This past year he decided to try something a little different and take a more hands on approach to making his costume. Here’s how Chuck accomplished the Vince...
80s Costume Party Ideas: Miami Vice
Whether you fancy yourself Crockett or Tubbs, the key to getting your vintage South Florida on is the suit. You will need the following pieces to complete the Miami Vice 80s costume: Go several days without shaving (the stubble is so sexy!) You’ll need a t-shirt (brightly colored preferred) Baggy white or pastel suit Loafers – no socks Boss shades (aviators are best) Here is a video clip from the pilot with the Phil...
80s Party Costume Ideas: Mullet Man
Business Up Front . . . Party in the Back As the name implies, the key to this 80s costume is the hair. Once you have that covered, you are sure to be boss, Haus. Assuming you don’t actually have a mullet (please say you don’t!), you will need a wig. You can go here to get your mullet on. If you’re really lucky, you might find a hot little Mall Rat that just can’t wait to run her fingers through your mane...
Devo Costume, 80s Costume Idea – Whip it Good!
Devo is probably known as much for their unconventional outfits as for their music. They used their image and sound to make a statement, mocking industrial culture and pop consumerism. You can’t hear one of their songs without thinking of yellow hazmat suits or the trademark red energy dome hats they donned in the “Whip It” video. The Devo Whip It costume works well for both an individual as well as a group. So join the...
Lane Meyer from Better Off Dead
What better 80s party or Halloween costume than the lovable underdog of the classic 80s film, Better Off Dead? Whether Lane was being chased by the homicidal paperboy (“I want my Two dollars!”), trying to ski the k-12, romancing the French exchange student across the street, or drag racing the Japanese Cosell-wannabe brothers, he always had a style about him that was endearing. You too can be Lane Meyer and bring this great 80s...
Dee Snider, Lead Singer of Twisted Sister
What could be more perfect for your next 80s party or 80s Halloween costume than paying tribute to the very 80s Dee Snider, the front man and face of 80s band, Twisted Sister? If you wanna rock and aren’t gonna take it anymore, channel Dee using the tips below. Dee Snider Costume Essentials Dee hair (try this wig) Makeup – consult photos for direction (beauty mark, red trapezoidal cheeks, big blue eyes with drawn-on darker blue brows)...
Danny Noonan from 1980’s classic movie, Caddyshack
Why not don the duds of a caddy and become Danny Noonan for a day. Needed Items: Bushwood CC t-shirt (Buy shirt) Bushwood CC hat (Buy hat) Jeans Set of golf clubs For some inspiration offered up by Ty Webb (Chevy Chase), a free-spirited playboy who teaches Danny about the finer points in life, usually while showing off random trick shots, watch the video below. Remember: Be the Ball, Danny. ...
Michael Jackson Costume Ideas
Michael Jackson took the world by storm in the 80s with his infectious music, amazing mini movie music videos, and unprecedented dance moves (see the How to Moonwalk tutorial video below). Everyone wanted to be as cool as Michael. And then . . . well, here at Like Totally 80s, we prefer not to focus on the “and then.” So, if you wanna be startin’ something by donning a Michael look, you’ll be the...
80s Party Costume Idea: Cameron Frye
Cameron Frye is Ferris Bueller’s nervous hypochondriac friend. After much persuasion, Cameron agrees to take out his father’s beloved 1961 Ferrari 250 GT for a day of fun (skipping school) in the Windy City, but only with the promise that Ferris will roll back the car’s odometer, leaving no trace of the miles they will put on. Needed Items: Cameron t-shirt Black suspenders Khaki pants Black belt Black slip on shoes...
