New York Runway-1980's

Research.
1. Significant events: Stonewash jeans introduced - 1984.
Ralph Lauren introduces “retro cowgirl” (fad) - 1981
Sailor theme clothes worn by Chloe, Yves St. Laurent and others - 1981
Michael Jackson’s look widely followed – 1983.
Ray-Ban sunglasses became popular – 1983.
TV shows Dallas and Dynasty inspire shoulder pads – 1984.
T-shirt dress is popular – 1986.
2. Retro cowgirl - fad.
Trends: Grunge look, the Yuppie, Preppy style, and the Fitness Craze.
3. Famous artists: Andy Warhol and others.
4. In the 80s the architectural designs that were popular were more modern looking things.
5. Fashion designers: Gianni Versace, Giorgio Armani, Burberry (famous for trench / rain coats), Ralph Lauren, Yves St Laurent (more affordable things), Paul Smith (huge influence on the way men looked).
6. Materials: silk, polyester, knits, satin, Lycra, lace, leather.I plan to incorporate the stonewash jeans (which are still popular), tights, work out type clothing, blazers (similar to ones they would wear with shoulder pads), and some accessories

Vogue Interview.
A brilliant designer was newly found, known for her fresh take on the ‘80s’. In her line of clothing she brings together a combination of elements, including some everyday wear, with comfort, laid back wear, but also some business wear. And you can dress up many of the items in the clothing line. She has a variety of items that you can mix and match, including accessories.
“My influences came from the 80s as you can tell, it was a really interesting time period, with lots of variety. My line re-introduces many of those things” says the designer.
You said that there was a lot of variety in the 80s, what kind of variety id you include in the clothing line?
“I tried to include most of the trends back then, but obviously there are some things that just didn’t make the cut, I included some of the fitness craze with tights and the shirts. I also used some of the grunge in boots and leather looking tight and also some preppy with blazers.”
What type of things didn’t make the cut?
“Well there were many fads and flops in the 80s such as shoulder pads! The sailor theme, and Mohawks.