Clothing, dance and music from great artists like Michael Jackson took over the 80s scene. Likewise, it was the era when one of the most important episodes in history took place: the fall of the Berlin Wall.
Many say the 80s were the best years for the fashion world and at Divain we couldn't agree more. Just look at how the successful series Stranger Things has brought back the style of this decade to the runways.
If you want to get inspired by this era when creating your best male look, keep reading because next we tell you all about the fashion trends of the 80s for men, what their main characteristics are and which icons graced the covers of beauty magazines.
Fashion trends of the 80s for men
Colors of the era
The strong, bright, and saturated colors arrived setting trends in the 80s. The main exponents of this decade were neon colors, which we could see on a large number of garments, especially those used for music and new dances.
Shirts and T-shirts from the 80s
The popular shirts of these years were quite loose and they used to have colorful prints. On the other hand, vintage men's t-shirts were made of round neck with very bright tones that were often combined with a suit, as Don Johnson did Don Johnson.
80s pants and jeans
With a relaxed fit and a tapered leg cut which was achieved by rolling up the bottom of the jeans, 80s jeans were inspired by styles like Break Dance. Likewise, the ripped jeans, especially if you were a fanatic of the punk style.
Suits
The suits worn at this time were wide and the most popular were the striped ones. Men wore ties along with suspenders and shirts, although sometimes they replaced the latter with crew neck t-shirts.
The summer of the 80s
The most popular men's swimsuits were the shorts bright-colored (shorts) and abstract print.
Sportswear
Vintage fashion was linked to culture, as many trends were marked by the emergence of new musical styles. This is the case of sportswear that was widely used by some singers of Hip Hop. Among the most outstanding garments we find the tracksuit pants, the jackets windbreakers, the chunky sneakers and shorts.
80s Hairstyles
The High Top Fade was the most used haircut by Hip Hop artists in the 80s. The hairstyles Mohawk gained popularity alongside leather jackets and punk style, while the Salmonete hairstyles they became the best choice for long hair lovers.
David Bowie was another fashion icon with his irreverent style, the mix of unique features in clothing, and unmatched talent, quickly becoming a reference for rock lovers. On the other hand, Johnny Depp was sweeping with a vintage look of whom many men and women fell madly in love.
Finally, Tom Cruise and Rob Lowe were two of the most acclaimed sex symbols of this decade. With a bad boy and schoolboy touch, rebellious hair, and the scent of motor oil from a Muscle car, both actors became the image to follow for many men.
Men's fashion of the 80s in Spain
The 80s in Spain were marked by the end of the movida madrileña, a cultural movement that emerged during the early years of the Spanish Transition that gave rise to a modern and multicultural Spain.
In Spain many people decided to follow the fashion trends from other countries like the United States. The most worn garments by men were loose jeans, round-neck t-shirts tucked into the pants, bomber jackets, and leather jackets.
Now that you know everything you need to create an impressive eighties look, don't forget to add a fresh and sensual touch with some of the best colognes of the 80s. You will be the envy of many men!
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