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We've all heard our parents or grandparents say things like, "Back in our day..." But let’s be honest, it’s hard to truly picture what life was like back then. The '80s were a unique time full of bold fashion, big hair, and unforgettable trends.
And thanks to Instagram accounts like “80svintagevisions,” you can now dive into that era with a fresh perspective through nostalgic photos and light-hearted jokes. We've put together a collection that'll take you right back to the neon decade!
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Ray Ceeya (RayCeeYa) 9 months ago
How about wiring in a bluetooth receiver and walking around with this as a "cell phone"? You'd still have your real cell phone in your pocket but to everyone around you, you're talking on an old rotary phone.
80svintagevisions is a vibrant Instagram page that brings the unforgettable spirit of the '80s to life. Launched in 2021, the page has already attracted a dedicated community of 1.1 million followers, a testament to just how much people cherish and crave nostalgia for that iconic era.
It’s clear that the love for the '80s never faded; instead, it continues to captivate a whole new generation and rekindle fond memories for those who lived through it.
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Ray Ceeya (RayCeeYa) 9 months ago
Old enough to have SOLD beer to someone using one. Couldn't drink beer yet but I could sell it.
The 80s was a decade bursting with energy and creativity, especially in music. Iconic artists like Cyndi Lauper and Michael Jackson ruled the charts, each changing the game in their own way. Lauper was known for her unique pop-punk style, while Jackson, of course, revolutionized the dance floor with his legendary moonwalk.
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Julia Mckinney 9 months ago
Ooo, have a second-hand wince from me. Hope you've got your pencil handy!
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Breadcrumb. 9 months ago (edited)
Weed stash. If the old me could only see the big container I keep my weed in now, so impressed.
Madonna also broke boundaries with her bold fashion and unapologetic lyrics, while Prince captivated audiences with his electrifying performances, making the 80s a true golden age of musical innovation and unforgettable hits.
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Ray Ceeya (RayCeeYa) 9 months ago
It's called a Brannock Device and it has it's own Wikipedia page. God I know a lot of pointless trivia.
Scarlett O'Hara's Ghost 9 months ago
It's better than the wooden x-ray boxes they used. And the radiation exposure that came with them
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turk 9 months ago
Don't they still use these? I know I was over in Europe in a shoe store a few years ago and didn't know my size there and they pulled one of these out. Has there been some new technology to replace this that I missed?
StrangeOne 9 months ago
Yeah, at good shoe stores where the staff have knowledge on shoes and fittings. The place I go to uses them. I've learned my feet are wide and not narrow, like I used to think they were.
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Ace 9 months ago
Puzzled by this one - surely these things are still in every day use, aren't they?
Upstaged75 9 months ago
Anyone else remember Kinney's shoe store? That's where I always got measured.
Dee Rutherford 9 months ago (edited)
Not really… Size nine, “A” witdth according to the picture
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Gracie Mae 9 months ago
i'm old enough for it, but mom just traced our foot on paper & took it with her for a peaceful shopping experience...not like we got to pick what we wanted anyway
Uncle Schmickle 9 months ago
What about having your feet x - rayed at the shoe shop to check the fitting size ? I remember having this done. Maybe early - mid '60s ? ( in Australia ).
Mabelbabel 9 months ago
Clarks shoeshop always had a mechanical version-it was a machine that you put your foot in and 4 metal bars moved to clamp your foot in place. It was very space-age.
Pferdchen 9 months ago
Arlington, VA used to have a shoe store that will always be the quintessential model of what a shoe store used to, and should, be. It was anachronistic as early as the 1980's. It opened in 1938 and was in business for almost 80 years. It was the shoe store equivalent of the gas station scene in "Back to the Future." A bit pricey but the best customer service from knowledgeable salespeople. Probably the last place I went to where the staff would pull up their little bench, measure your feet and put the shoes on you. When they closed, these devices were still in use, as evidenced in the oral and pictorial history in this link: https://library.arlingtonva.us/2021/07/15/oral-history-public-shoe-store/
Forrest Grump 9 months ago
It is made by the Brannock Device Company. I have been to their surprisingly-small factory in Liverpool, New York.
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But back then, kids didn’t have the convenience of iPods or mobile phones to listen to music. Instead, they would carry massive boom boxes on their shoulders, blasting their favorite tunes for the whole block to hear.
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Ray Ceeya (RayCeeYa) 9 months ago
Or you were watching the last launch of Space Shuttle Challenger.
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Ray Ceeya (RayCeeYa) 9 months ago
Yeah then the phone started making that Beep Beep noise for like five minutes and then I usually just unplugged it.
The 80s was the golden age of blockbuster movies as well. Ask anyone who grew up in the era, and they'll probably mention Transformers, a movie franchise that captured the imagination of kids everywhere and remains quite popular even today.
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Ray Ceeya (RayCeeYa) 9 months ago
Did that recently. It was David Bowie night at the local rink. I'm never going to say no to Bowie.
Video game fans might fondly remember the arrival of the Nintendo Entertainment System, first introduced in Japan as the Family Computer in 1983. When it hit the U.S. market in 1985, it sparked a gaming revolution that’s still going strong today. It was the must-have console that turned living rooms into arcades and made ‘Super Mario’ a household name.
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And who could forget the Rubik's Cube craze? Invented by Hungarian design teacher Erno Rubik in 1974, the puzzle took off globally in the 80s when it hit store shelves. If you could solve the Rubik’s Cube back then, without the help of YouTube tutorials, you were considered a genius.
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Jumping Jellyfishes 9 months ago
Yes! My grandmother was a tiny thing, like 4'5" (135cm) and I remember her once grabbing my arm and pulling it up behind my back, as I was thinking, "what the heck?!", only to feel her stuffing a bill in my hand. The funny thing is that she usually yelled at my grandfather for openly trying to give out money. This only happened a few times, but it's a great memory.
The 80s also had a style that was impossible to ignore. High-waisted jeans, or "mom jeans" as they’re now called, were all the rage. They might have looked a little funny, but they were a statement, that’s for sure.
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And when it comes to colors, why go subtle when you could go neon? From clothing to accessories, bold, fluorescent shades lit up every roller rink during blacklight skates. Those neon colors just screamed fun.
Feeling nostalgic? If these flashbacks made you smile, share them with a friend who would love this trip down memory lane as much as you do! The 80s weren’t just a decade; they were an attitude, an era of unforgettable vibes, and proof that sometimes, bigger really is better.
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Ray Ceeya (RayCeeYa) 9 months ago
Married With Children was Fox's first big hit. The Simpsons came later.
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Jumping Jellyfishes 9 months ago
Ours had a single button next to the spigot. If the spigot and button was covered in condensation, you KNEW that water was cold!
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Array Index Out of Bounds 9 months ago
1: Get drunk with your friend. 2: Body slam each other in the restaurant. 3: Both eat for free before you both get sent to the drunk tank.
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ocean todd 9 months ago
🎵…and a for being a friend. Travel down the road and back again.Your heart is true, you're a pal and a confidant. 🎶
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ocean todd 9 months ago
Chaka! Land of the Lost! (Don’t watch the Will Ferrell remake; Will is awesome, but remake terrible)
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MoBeLa 9 months ago
So, write one from your country. It would be great to have these from all over the world!
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nm 9 months ago
I disagree. We tend to remember the good things but the bad ones which were the majority.
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Brian Droste 9 months ago (edited)
Does anyone remember the commercial, Libby Libby Libby on the label label label, on the table table table. Plus Saturday morning cartoons. Look forward to Saturday morning watching them growing up. .
Linda Johnson 9 months ago
It's so hard to actually realize 1960-70 was over 55 years ago !!! I'm 71 now and it just doesn't Compute !!! 1970 was just last week, wasn't it???
Rich Hughes 9 months ago
Me and my brother rode in the back of Grandpa's truck all the way up north, we were only 9 and 11 good times
ShortAttnSpanTheatre 9 months ago
YES!!!! So fun. You pulled out a lot of obscure ones I haven't seen in forever. Or 50 years if we're being more precise.
GrammarPolice 9 months ago
Hi, I know this is off-topic but does anyone just want to chat? I’ve not really got anything else to do so I’m fine to chat about anything. Also, don’t think I haven’t got any friends or anything, I’m just a bit bored.
MoBeLa 9 months ago
So, write one from your country. It would be great to have these from all over the world!
Load More Replies... nm 9 months ago
I disagree. We tend to remember the good things but the bad ones which were the majority.
Load More Replies... Brian Droste 9 months ago (edited)
Does anyone remember the commercial, Libby Libby Libby on the label label label, on the table table table. Plus Saturday morning cartoons. Look forward to Saturday morning watching them growing up. .
Linda Johnson 9 months ago
It's so hard to actually realize 1960-70 was over 55 years ago !!! I'm 71 now and it just doesn't Compute !!! 1970 was just last week, wasn't it???
Rich Hughes 9 months ago
Me and my brother rode in the back of Grandpa's truck all the way up north, we were only 9 and 11 good times
ShortAttnSpanTheatre 9 months ago
YES!!!! So fun. You pulled out a lot of obscure ones I haven't seen in forever. Or 50 years if we're being more precise.
GrammarPolice 9 months ago
Hi, I know this is off-topic but does anyone just want to chat? I’ve not really got anything else to do so I’m fine to chat about anything. Also, don’t think I haven’t got any friends or anything, I’m just a bit bored.
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