The Resurgence of 80's Decor
- rkokonaski
- Feb 1
- 2 min read
đź“·livehome3D
Pop culture trends resurface on a 40 year cycle so it's no a surprise the 80's are trending again. We see the 80's influence in our media ie; Top Gun and Stranger Things. Music has more of a synth pop sound, shoulder pads and color blocking are coming back in the fashion world. So it's only likely that home decor is taking a page from the 80's book as well.
The 80's! Many of us get a warm fuzzy remembering the pastel color themes, Miami Vice couture and Laura Ashley everywhere!
Nostalgia is the point.
Many elements from the 1980's are returning to interior design! This month, we are talking about the Eight 80's decor trends and how to incorporate them in your home today.
Pastel Color Palettes & 2. Oversized furniture with new modern lines
đź“·livehome3D
The Memphis Design Style was huge
in the 80's
A blends Art Deco with pop art.
Today's decor use bold color, modern shapes.Or simply add a few throw pillows, large graphic mirror or black and white rug to get the graphic punch of the 80's.
đź“·luxurylondon
Brass!
Today's decor, go for brushed brass.
đź“·maisondecinq
Glass blocks
Today's decor, use as a glass blocks as a partition room divider.
đź“·homedepot/sevescortina
Plants were everywhere in the 80's!
Todays decor, bring plants in a modern way!
đź“·starhauz
Laura Ashley is making a comeback!
Remember florals and chintz textiles ?
Using it sparingly is the key today!
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The 80's tropical trend
Today's decor, create a focal point and wallpaper just one wall.
đź“·wallmur
Nostalgia and comfort is behind the 80's resurgence. Many of us have our own homes and want to share memories with our families that were so dear to us in the 80s. We can have a taste of the 80's today in a modern way.
Will you take the "blast from the past"and bring back some 80's decor to your home?
Happy Decorating!
RESOURCES:
True Parity-12/5/25, "10 Essential 1980's Home Decor Trends Making a Comeback", The Spruce-3/3/25, Tessa Cooper, "The 80's Design Trends Designers Secretly Wish Would Make a Comeback", Country Living- Rachel Hardage Barrett, 12/2/25, "These 1980's Home Decor Ideas are Suddenly Trending Again", Good Housekeeping- 11/7/25, Laura Millar & Jamie Ballard, "Seven 80's Design Trends That are Making a Stylish Comeback", Martha Stewart- 7/26/2023, Felicia Feaster, "These 80's Home Decor Trends Are Back", Veranda- 12/15/25, Kelsey Mulvey, "Even Designers Can't believe These 10 Decor Trends Made a Comeback", Amity Worrel & Co- "80's Interior design is Back in Style", Live Home 3D- 1980's decor Trends, The Living House, Catherine Seagrave, "80's Design Trend-Are You Feeling the Influence?",
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