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What was the reaction of 1980s fashion against?

  • The 1960s
  • The 1980s
  • The 1990s
  • The 1970s (correct)
  • Which of the following subcultures was NOT a part of the 1980s?

  • New romantic
  • Punk
  • Grunge (correct)
  • Heavy metal
  • Which of the following was a popular hairstyle for men in the 1980s?

  • Afro
  • Mullet (correct)
  • Bob
  • Pixie cut
  • Which of the following was NOT a popular fashion trend for men in the 1980s?

    <p>Gothic look</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following was NOT a popular fashion model of the 1980s?

    <p>Cindy Crawford</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following was a popular hairstyle for women in the 1980s?

    <p>Big and eccentric styles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a popular accessory for girls and women in the late 1980s?

    <p>Scrunchies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a popular facial hair trend for men in the 1980s?

    <p>Mustache</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a popular hairspray among fans of glam metal bands?

    <p>Aqua Net</p> Signup and view all the answers

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    Fashion and Costume Trends of the 1980s

    • The fashion of the 1980s was a reaction against the 1970s and embraced bright and vivid colors.
    • Women's fashion consisted of heavy makeup, including bright-colored lipstick, dark and thick eyelashes, and pink or red blush.
    • The top fashion models of the 1980s included Brooke Shields, Christie Brinkley, and Elle Macpherson.
    • Early 1980s fashion included minimalism and an aerobics craze, while increased formality and professional fashion became more popular later in the decade.
    • Mid-1980s fashion featured bright colors and power dressing, while late 1980s fashion was more consumer-friendly and included Asian fashion influences.
    • Men's fashion included athletic clothing, the preppy look, and the Miami Vice/Magnum P.I. look, while late 1980s fashion included Doc Martens and parachute pants.
    • Hairstyles for women included big and eccentric styles with an excessive amount of mousse and glitter, while men's hairstyles included short hair, quiffs, mullets, and designer stubble.
    • Subcultures of the 1980s included heavy metal, punk, new romantic, rockabilly, rude boys and skinheads, casuals, skaters, rap and hip hop, and preppy.
    • The fashion of the 1980s was heavily influenced by film and music stars.
    • The side ponytail and the scrunchie became common hairstyles for girls and women in the late 1980s.
    • Men's facial hair trends included designer stubble, while blue-collar men commonly wore mustaches.
    • Aqua Net hairspray was popular among fans of glam metal bands.

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