80's Research Paper

The Era of New Beginnings

The 1980’s: An era of new beginnings, and a new and profound love for fashion. With the youthful influx of ideas and an invited acceptance for modern fashion, the 80’s brought a new lifestyle to everyone. Encouraged by the western economic boom, as well as the musical influences, fashion soared. “Big sneakers, elaborate haircuts and impossibly skinny jeans had been straddling the line between high fashion and kitsch for a number of years”(Keller1).Women dressed in a more enthusiastic and adventurous manner, leaving the boring and bland colors of the 70’s behind. Americans everywhere coined the term, “work hard, play hard,” which quickly became the new motto. People were living longer, an acting younger, growing …show more content…
Wearing tight clothes quickly became a trend so women could show their features. Unlike in the past when women were shamed for wearing provocative clothes, showing more skin, clothed in racy attire, was accepted. Times have changed, and women began to slowly be looked at as equals, however they still faced some of the same adversities that were present in the past. As a woman, becoming part of the music industry remained a challenge. To gain popularity, and a bigger fan base, some female artist, even dressed as men in effort to better ‘fit …show more content…
With the dramatic influx of accepting individualism and different styles the 80’s could be considered one of America's best eras. From the impact of celebrity pop culture that changed the ‘norm’ and brought out the concept of the ‘rebellious generation,’ to the introduction of a new genre in music, the 80’s thrived. Women gradually were looked at as more equal and could express themselves as they pleased without fear of being shamed. Many of today’s most popular and loved brands were born in the 80’s. On a day to day basis, the impact this powerful era of change can be seen all around. Thanks to the acceptance and mind opening creations, fashion, styles, and music the 80’s produced, a forever concept of diversity will remain the foundations of American

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