Breakdancing in the 80s
By Julie Anderson Breakdancing is one of the great gifts of the 80s. A good breakdancer’s moves are jaw-dropping, gravity-defying, and at times downright inhuman. They moved in ways that we didn’t even know the human body could bend. Here’s a great video clip about the history of the dance technique and its various types: Back in elementary school in the early 80s, a few of the boys would bring their jamboxes to school and show off...
80s Breakdancer Costume Idea
Grab your boombox, throw on your kicks, adjust your wristbands and layout your cardboard. It’s time to get your break on. Fashion is as much a part of a breaker’s identity as are their moves. The key is to keep it “fresh,” functional, and uniform. You’ll need: Clothes (fitted is best): Nylon track suits or Jeans with hooded sweatshirt (bubble vest optional) Shoes (shown with pics below): Adidas shell toes with fat laces Classic Pumas...