The World Wide Web in the 80s and 90s: How Online Life Started
A clear nostalgia guide to how the World Wide Web grew from early computer culture into everyday online life.
10 Fascinating Facts About Waterbeds
You might remember the 80s craze of waterbeds if you’re old enough. Though they were first invented in the 1960s, it wasn’t until the 80s that they became trendy. But what are waterbeds, exactly? And why were they so popular? In this blog post, I’ll answer all those questions and more! I will also look…
The Many Adventures of Rainbow Brite
Rainbow Brite was a cartoon that many kids enjoyed watching in the 1980s. The show followed the adventures of Rainbow Brite, a little girl who had the power to bring color to the world. Rainbow Brite was always accompanied by her friends, such as Twink, Starlite, and Murky Dismal. Together, they would go on fun…
The many faces of Dolce & Gabbana
Dolce & Gabbana introduced their selves to the world as one of the most well-known and iconic luxury brands. With a rich history spanning over three decades, the brand has developed a look instantly recognizable anywhere in the world. While their clothing line is geared primarily towards women, Dolce & Gabbana also offers a range…
Popular 1980s Vacuum Cleaners People Remember
A nostalgic look at popular 1980s vacuum cleaners, home cleaning habits, and why these machines lasted.
10 facts that make push pops are the ultimate 80’s candy
A candy with no mess and can easily be stored away to eat later. If you didn’t grow up in the 80s, you might wonder what candy can do. The name of the candy is called push pop candy. This candy was great for kids because of the fabulous flavors but even better for parents…
Shark fruit snacks: a delicious and nostalgic treat
Nostalgia snack check Quick answer: what were Shark Bites fruit snacks? Shark Bites were chewy fruit snacks shaped like little sharks, and they became one of those lunchbox treats that made you feel rich for exactly six minutes. If you remember the great white shark piece, you already know why people still search for them….
The Evolution of Cell Phones: From Brick to Smart Phone
This post contains affiliate links. If you click through and make a purchase, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Thanks for supporting 80s Baby! Remember the days when making a call meant being stuck to a wall? The cell phone journey from bulky bricks to sleek smartphones is more…
Vintage Vans Shoes: Why They Still Feel Cool
A nostalgia and style guide to vintage Vans shoes, skate culture, and how the look still works.
80s Animal Print Fashion: Leopard, Zebra, and Cheetah in the Wild Decade
From leopard print blouses to zebra stripe belts and neon cheetah scrunchies, animal print was everywhere in the 80s. Here’s why the decade went wild for it — and why it’s never really gone away.
