1980s Halloween Party Costumes
Check this lens for sexy Madonna costumes, laid back Miami Vice cool, privileged Preppies or lovable geek looks. Find everything you need to make or buy an awesome eighties halloween costume that will make you a star!
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80s Inspiration
Creating an awesome 80s costume.
Wondering where to start? Look for inspiration in any 80s clothing or props you may already have laying around. All it takes are some cool shades, funny t-shirt, sexy boots or a shiny jacket and you have an 80s costume ready to happen.
Check out the pictures and articles in this lens for inspiration and invent an 80s niche costume no one else is suspecting!
Once you have one or two items selected the rest of your costume should fall into place, find the finishing touches with accessories from eBay or Amazon and you will have a great looking eighties costume put together for almost nothing.
Rip a T-Shirt 80s Style
Also includes a look at some 80s accessories ideas.
Scroll Down for Part 2 and learn how to cut a t-shirt into a halter-top.
Womens Flash Dance Costume
Get ready to sweat 80's style ladies!
Women's 80s Flash Dance Halloween Costume
Amazon Price: $39.99 (as of 02/12/2012)
Our adult women's 80's flash dance Halloween costume outfit makes a great addition to any 80s costumes, disco costumes, and flash dance costumes this Halloween coming up or to any costume party.
Dance Leg Warmers
Essential for Flash Dancing or Aerobics Class!
Cable Knit Leg Warmers by Foot Traffic
Amazon Price: (as of 02/12/2012)
Miami Vice 1984
80s Sunglasses on eBay
I wear my sunglasses at night...
1980s Cliques and Subcultures
Who would you be in the eighties? You can be anyone you want to be with fun 80s costumes based on any of these social groups found in any high school. Vote for your favorite 80s clique and vote the ones you hated down!
New Romantic
Duran Duran, The Cure, Psychedelic Furs, The Smiths...dark but glamorous suffering!7 points
Goth and Industrial
Bauhaus, Siouxie, PIL, Front 242, Skinny Puppy...the dark side.5 points
Hip Hop
Old School Ice T, Public Enemy, LL Cool J, Run DMC and Breakdancing!3 points
Punk Rocker
Sk8 and destroy, Dead Kennedys, Circle Jerks, DOA, Exploited, Surfing on Heroin.2 points
DIY Magnum PI
You don't have to be Tom Selleck to be 80s detective Magnum PI this halloween, just assemble these simple items and you will be solving crimes around Oahu in your Ferrari in no time.
- Detroit Tigers Baseball Cap
- Mustache
- Hawaiian Shirt
- Private Eye ID
- Sandals
- Ferrari 308 GTS
Okay, you might have to skimp on the Ferrari but the rest is easy, a simulated hairy chest can also add some laughs to this classic eightes TV look.
Magnum PI Costume Hat
Detroit Tigers Baseball Cap
Detroit Tigers 2010 GW920 Adjustable Hat
Amazon Price: (as of 02/12/2012)
Detroit Tigers baseball cap like Magnum wears. Adjustable closed back elastic fits everyone on the beach or in the crowd.
Magnum PI Hawaiian Shirt
As seen on 80s TV show.
All Paradise Found Hawaiian Aloha Shirts have pockets that amazingly disappear as they seamlessly match the print backgrounds. The buttons are made from genuine bamboo wood. These shirts are sewn to fit comfortably.
Jungle Bird Men's Hawaiian Aloha Shirt - Magnum P. I. / Tom Selleck
Amazon Price: (as of 02/12/2012)
From the original creators of this great Aloha print, and as seen in the popular CBS television show starring Tom Selleck.
Madonna - Like a Virgin (not!)
Womens Madonna Costume
Get it on Amazon and be ready to party!
Women's Large Madonna Gold Costume
Amazon Price: $189.99 (as of 02/12/2012)
This sexy 80s rock star costume comes with everything you need to be Madonna at an 80s party or on Halloween!
Made domestically in the USA these costumes have never been returned for quality or sizing issues. Buy with confidence knowing you will look incredible at the party you're attending in this gold Madonna costume for women.
Madonna's Like a Virgin Bride Costume
Well you won't be a virgin long wearing this get up!
Pop Star Bride Sexy Adult Halloween Costume
Amazon Price: (as of 02/12/2012)
Be this hit of the party with this sassy eighties pop star Madonna costume from her Like a Virgin video.
Madonna Costumes
Colorful 80s pop star costumes from Amazon.
Madonna launched her career in the 80s with hits like Material Girl and Like a Virgin . Combining her sexy 80s image and dance skills she quickly moved up top the top of the pop charts. Don't forget to vote for your favorite Madonna outfits!
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Original 80s Pop Star Costume
Classic 1980s Costume! Madonna or Madonna wanna be this one is Great!1 point
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Franco Sexy 80s Madonna Pop Star Outfit Halloween Costume
80's Party Girl Costume Includes Top, Skirt, Belt, Cuffs, and Fishnet Leggings.0 points
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80's Lace Headband
These fluorescent colored 80's Lace Headbands will top off any 80's New Wave outfit. Available in hot pink, orange and green.0 points
Madonna Boy Toy Belt
This hot belt came back from the 1980's to party!
Boy Toy (Madonna) Belt Buckle with Leather Belt
Amazon Price: (as of 02/12/2012)
I ordered this for a Madonna halloween costume and it was perfect. Heavy duty metal buckle and thick leather belt. This is the real deal.
Beetle Juice 1988 - Michael Keaton & Winona Ryder
Vote for the Hotest Women's 80s Wigs
The bigger the hair, the closer to god!
Spice up your 80s costume with a hot wig in sassy, classic, rocking or boogie nights style. So which of these sexy wigs is your favorite? Vote below and let us know!
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Wig Bad Fairy Black Pink
Want to add a freaky Beetlejuice look to your party wear? This is the wig for you.3 points
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Sleek Retro Black & Hot Pink Chin Length Bob Punk Style Party Costume Wig
Futuristic and Stylish Party Wig featuring Hot Pink over Black Synthetic Hair. Good for punky 80s or gothy 80s costumes.3 points
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Chopstix (White/Black) Wig Adult
A long, straight white wig with black streak. One size fits most adults.2 points
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Adult Women's 80s Madonna Costume Wig
Are you a Madonna wannabe? This sexy wig is just what you need for that sexy material girl look!1 point
Ghostly Goth Makeup
Ghost Stories TM Makeup Kit
Amazon Price: $4.91 (as of 02/12/2012)
The Ghost Stories TM Makeup Kit is a must have to enhance the look of your "undead" costume - - without it, you don't stand a ghost of a chance in pulling off the look. Makeup kit includes: 0.25 oz. cream makeup, 0.25 oz. makeup tray, 1 makeup crayon, 2 blending sponges and one applicator.
Axl Rose and Slash at CBGB - Guns n Roses
Get Your 80s Rocker Gear Here!
Buy Hair Metal wigs and accessories at Amazon.
Whether you want to be an 80s hair band star, a red neck southern rocker, or metal head these awesome wigs and studded wrist bands are the details that will make any eighties metal costume. Which look do you think is the most rocking? Vote and let us know!
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80's Rock Star Wig - Blond
Sexy blond 18in rock-n-roll crimped wig so you can be the star on Halloween!2 points
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1470 Studded Punk Bracelets & Chokers
Perfect finishing touch to any retro metal or punk outfit.1 point
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Blonde Mullet Wig
The Blonde Mullet Wig is great for rednecks and rockers who want to have a good time and many beers!0 points
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Studded Black Punk Gloves
Buy a pair or buy a single right glove for that authentic rocker look.0 points
Michael Jackson Ruled the 80s
80s Costumes at eBay
Rhinestone Michael Jackson Glove
The Best Quality King of Pop Glove
Rhinestone Glove (Cotton Glove with Individual Bright Rhinestones on Each Side)
Amazon Price: $7.99 (as of 02/12/2012)
1 striking rhinestone glove. Double sided rhinestones so the glove can be worn on the left or right hand. This glove is studded with individually placed rhinestones. This glove got the best reviews on Amazon and seems the most well made!
Frankie Say Relax T-Shirts
The Ultimate 80s Classic Tee
Cyndi Lauper
Fun 80s Girl Costumes
Be a pop star or fly girl this Halloween
Womens Accessories
Dont just be sexy, be deadly hot sexy glamorous with the addition of a few slutty halloween accessories.
New Pink 80s Punk Rock Fishnet Fingerless Long Gloves
Remember the 80s? When Bill and Ted were having excellent adventures, the Brat Pack was in detention for the Breakfast Club, Ferris Bueller was taking a day off, St. Elmo was on fire, Tom Cruise was Top Gun, Valley Girl was the thing to be, and Madonna was...well Madonna...and everybody was Desperately Seeking Susan? We're bringing it all back with these vintage styled fishnet fingerless gloves!0 points
Bootique Boulevard Leggings - Black Fishnet Footless Leggings
Fishnet! The perfect way to finish off Your Witch, Vamp, Gothic, Pirate Dress, Anything Sexy!- In Basic Black!0 points
Blues Brothers - Always a Classic Buddy Costume
Mens 80s Cheesy MC Halloween Costume
MC Hammer or Vanilla Ice Outfit
Mens 80s Outfit MC Hammer Vanilla Ice Halloween Costume Adult Standard (Chest 42-44")
Amazon Price: (as of 02/12/2012)
Hilarious 80s cheesy MC costume for Halloween.
Mens 80s Costumes
From Ghostbusters to Video Games and ROck n Roll, these guys 80s costumes are all party ready! Go ahead and vote your favorites up!
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Officially Licensed Men's Ghostbusters Costume Party Outfit
Mens Ghostbusters Officially Licensed costume Party Outfit. Officially Licensed Ghostbusters. This item includes jumpsuit and an inflatable backpack.3 points
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Adult Midget Rocker Costume Halloween Costume
Who rocks harder then 80s glam little people? No One, thats who!0 points
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The Original DELUXE Mac Daddy Pimp Costume Suit for Halloween or any Costume Party Fun! COLOR CHOICES! Optional Matching Hat
Mac Daddy Pimp SUIT! Mac Daddy Set Includes - Crushed Panne Velvet Suit with Zebra Trim & OPTIONAL Matching Hat. Wild, wicked & Fun - COMES IN THREE HOT COLORS: Original Purple, Hot Pink and Stunning Red.0 points
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Adult Deluxe Pac Man Costume
This a-maze-ing Adult Pac Man Costume will whisk you away to your favorite childhood arcade. The Pac Man costume features a yellow body suit and gloves for an authentic and comfortable look. This video game costume will bring back memories of hours spent running from ghosts, gobbling pac-dots, and chasing that high score. Get together with friends dressed up as Blinky, Pinky, Inky and Clyde and make it a Pac Man group costume! This Pac Man Costume comes in a standard size that fits most adults.0 points
Mens Eighties Accessories
The Dude is in the Details
Costume accessories that will make any outfit into a rocking halloween party costume. Voice your style and vote for your favorite mens acessories below.
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Fun and Funky Red BUDDY HOLLY Wayfarer Style Party Sunglasses
Surfs up in these punky red retro wayfarer shades.2 points
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Cheesy Retro 80s Neon Yellow & Black Costume Sunglasses
Remember the 80s? When Bill and Ted were having ex more...1 point
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Rapper Kit Hip Hop Bling Bling 80s Gangsta Rap Run DMC Costume Accessories
Rapper glasses hat gold ring and gold chain. Shirt more...1 point
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Run DMC Rapper Retro Large Clear Lens Eye Glasses Black
NEW 80s RETRO RUN DMC RAPPER HIP HOP FAKE CLEAR LE more...0 points
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Boom Box Ring Halloween Accessory
In need of a cool item to round out your rap star rig more...0 points
80s Costumes Blog Buzz
- Oscar-nominated costumes wear well in Fashion Institute's free exhibit
- By Sandra Barrera, Staff Writer Colleen Atwood's 2011 Oscar-winning costumes for "Alice in Wonderland." (Photo courtesy of Alex J. Berliner/abimages) A costume sketch by Oscar nominee Mark Bridges, for Bérénice Bejo's character Peppy Miller, ...
- Dust off your fluoro for 80s gig
- The Racehorse Hotel's Paul Berglund said the venue would have a true 80s vibe. "There will be glowsticks and the staff will be dressed up in 80s costumes," Mr Berglund said. "Attendees are encouraged to wear a costume, and they won't be alone if they ...
- All Fancy Dress Notes the Resurgence of Retro 80s Costumes
- UK online fancy dress retailer All Fancy Dress reports a sudden resurgence in demand for retro 80s costumes as partygoers go back to the 'old school'. Saturday night fever appears to be gripping the nation once again as major UK fancy dress retailer ...
- 'Xanadu' can't quite find its groove
- Jillian Gottlieb stars as the Greek muse Clio come to Earth in Boiler Room Theatre's Xanadu, a celebration of what was good and bad about the '80s. / SUBMITTED When: Through March 3. Performances are at 8 pm Tuesdays, Thursday (March 1 only), ...
Ghostbusters 1984
DIY Ghostbusters Costumes
- Jumpsuit - Mechanic or Painter coveralls, embellish with a Ghostbusters patch on the arm and name tag on breast pocket area.
- Black Boots - tuck in your jumpsuit legs. Army surplus or even rubber boots will do fine.
- Utility Belt - Check the dollar store for lightweight accessories for your utility belt such as flashlights and plastic tools. Army surplus stores have a variety of good belt options.
- Ghostbuster Backpack - get creative with cardboard, packaging materials and silver spraypaint to build your own pack with hose gun extension. The glue gun is your friend. Scavenge back alleys or thrift stores for a vacuum hose.
- Elbow Pads - if you don't have any borrow them from a rollerblader or skater friend, thrift stores have these too.
Ghostbusters on Amazon
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- 1980s Sunglasses
- Great retro styles from the eighties - wayfarers, neon shades, and hip hop sunglasses.
- 80s Designer Jeans
- Sexy designer denim 80s jeans, jean jackets, acid wash, skinny jeans and more.
- Hip Hop Sneakers and Clothing
- Rare sneakers and custom hip hop gear from the best brands. New and Used retro fashions.
- Cheap 80s Bargains
- Fun 80s items for less then $20 - great gifts.
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