Steven Spielberg Dishes on Why 80s Nostalgia Rules
Here at Like Totally 80s we continuously outline the fact that there are undeniable amounts of 80s nostalgia in some of the most popular films, tv shows and music today. Recently, director Steven Spielberg shared his response to why he believed 80s nostalgia resonates so well across the board. Steven Spielberg Dishes on Why 80s Nostalgia Rules “I think we’re nostalgic for the ‘80s because it was a stress-free decade. Everything...
Is KB Toys Making A Comeback?
While most people are still mourning the loss of Toy”R”Us, another toy giant from the past is looking to make a comeback. According to a recent report, KB Toys is on its way back and the brand made their announcement in a strange way. Is KB Toys Making A Comeback? “The fall of Toys”R”Us has been a big blow for many, especially those of us who grew up going to the giant toy retailer on the regular,” according to...
80s Pop Star Tiffany is Still on the Road
As soon as you read a headline featuring the name Tiffany, you already know who we’re talking about. The 80s pop star is still playing shows and her latest interview featured a couple of gems in terms of responses. Just wait until you read them. 80s Pop Star Tiffany is Still on the Road “The former pop princess doesn’t play malls anymore, and three decades after her I Think We’re Alone Now success, she’s refined her act to...
Huey Lewis & The News: ‘Jacob’s Ladder’ Tops the Billboard
Huey Lewis & The News were kind of a big deal back in the 80s. Tomorrow will mark 31 years since they were able to take over the Billboard Hot 100 chart with “Jacob’s Ladder.” “Huey Lewis & The News logged their third No. 1 (of three) on the Billboard Hot 100, ‘Jacob’s Ladder.’ The song was written by Lewis’ good friend Bruce Hornsby and Bruce’s brother John (with Bruce...
Is A Wrinkle in Time as Good as Classic 80s Kids Films?
There are a plethora of films being associated with taking inspiration from and paying homage to classic 80s kids films. Just recently, A Wrinkle in Time, from director Ava DuVernay, has joined the ranks. At least to critic. Is A Wrinkle in Time as Good as Classic 80s Kids Films? “After the ’80s, these kinds of movies were few and far between. Kids movies still exist, of course, and they are full of the hardships that...
Miu Miu Joins the 80s High Fashion Revival
Miu Miu is among another one of the big brands contributing to the 80s high fashion revival at Paris Fashion Week 2018. The company put on a huge display filled with threads and outfits that you could probably put together if you kept some of your ensembles from the 80s. Miu Miu Joins the 80s High Fashion Revival “Elle Fanning, usually a front-row regular, flipped the script when she stepped foot on the Miu Miu catwalk Tuesday,...
‘Stuck in the 80s Podcast’ Highlights Acoustic 80s Tracks
80s music is timeless, that much we know. In a recent recent episode of the Stuck in the 80s podcast, the crew discussed some acoustic versions of famous tracks from the decade. ‘Stuck in the 80s Podcast’ Highlights Acoustic 80s Tracks “Sometimes you just have to unplug and relax. Maybe John Waite wouldn’t be missing you so much if he tried turning off his guitar amp. Or Tommy Tutone could find Jenny a little...
36 Years Later: Jim Henson’s ‘The Dark Crystal’
Last weekend, select theaters across the country featured special shows of Jim Henson’s The Dark Crystal. The film first released in 1982 and made a limited but triumphant return. The Dark Crystal is a film that featured a fairly simple storyline, though, it was the execution of it that created a timeless film. Henson, a well-respected master of puppetry and of course the creator of The Muppets, got together with Frank Oz to...
Saint Laurent Joins 80s Fashion Revival at Paris Show
The 80s fashion revival is one than we have been watching closely. It looks like Saint Laurent, another high-fashion brand is turning to the decade for some inspiration. In a new report, the 80s seemed to shine more for the women’s clothing than the men’s pieces. Saint Laurent Joins 80s Fashion Revival at Paris Show “Anthony Vaccarello showed his FW18 Ready-to-Wear collection for Saint Laurent in Paris...
NYFW Displays Tons of 80s Retro Styles
We’ve continued to showcase just how much the 80s proceeds with influencing the fashion of today. This year at New York Fashion Week, 80s retro styles were at the forefront. A recent piece from The Sydney Morning Herald showcased some of the pieces that were total nods to the 80s. NYFW Displays Tons of 80s Retro Styles The report cites a number of 80s retro styles including banana clips, crazy lips, wigs, lashes and numerous...
80s-set Netflix Biopic Explores 80s Rapper Roxanne Shanté’s Life
The 80s was a wonderful time for many genres of music. Hip-hop certainly took off in the decade and an upcoming Netflix biopic will explore the life of 80s rapper, Roxanne Shanté. The biopic is titled, Roxanne Roxanne and will chronicle the early-days of her life in addition to her success with the Juice Crew collective. 80s-set Netflix Biopic Explores 80s Rapper Roxanne Shanté’s Life “A Sundance favourite, Roxanne Roxanne...
This Los Angeles 80s Bar Sounds Incredible
Los Angeles is always up with the latest trends and like the current nostalgic trend in Hollywood films, there is a bar that sounds like the best 80s bar possible for current times. The Los Angeles Times gave readers a little preview of the bar in a recent report and it had us pretty excited. This Los Angeles 80s Bar Sounds Incredible “Tousle your hair and get your acid-wash jeans out of storage. Big hair and the ’80s...
80s Heartbreak: Films to Watch After Valentine’s Day
Yesterday was Valentine’s Day as you could probably tell from the flood of couple photos, chocolates, roses and all of the other mushy stuff. If that wasn’t for you, if sadness, melancholy and heartbreak happen to be more your thing, one list has you covered. 80s heartbreak was serious and there are a couple of films in particular that highlighted this very well. These films were listed by TampaBayTimes. 80s Heartbreak:...
AutoWeek Explores the 1980 Cadillac Seville
The 80s were filled with vehicles that have stood the test of time. The 1980 Cadillac Seville is one of those cars that you may stumble upon as it drives past you on the road. A recent AutoWeek piece explored this classic car. 1980 Cadillac Seville “The original 1976-1979 Cadillac Seville was based on the proletariat-grade Chevrolet Nova; it sold well but cheapened Cadillac’s image (a process that accelerated when...
We Love 80s Music: Foreigner
It’s no secret that our president is not crazy about foreigners. Heck, xenophobia was essentially the cornerstone of his entire campaign. But on the whole, back in the 1980s, we liked foreigners. Or at the very least, we liked Foreigner. We Love 80s Music: Foreigner “When Mexico sends its people, they’re not sending the best. They’re sending people that have lots of problems and they’re bringing those problems....
