I love all of these retro product comebacks!  I definitely had an old school plastic Timex with the signature Indiglo backlit display that I got at a drugstore when I was in grade school.  Now the original simple plastic Timex watch that was popular in the 1980’s has been released in new vibrant colors and updated designs as the Timex 80.
I first spotted the Timex 80 on high-end fashion online retailer Net-A-Porter’s website and found it quite amusing that this simple little watch was now being sold next to Christian Louboutins.  But I also have to admit that I immediately …read more

In the 80’s, high waisted hobble skirts became all the rage, especially when worn with peplum jackets with shoulder pads. But these great staples didn’t originate in the 80’s, they’re actually totally 40’s. Seeing them come back in style makes me think that all your favorite 80’s style clothes will go great with things that are even more retro, like this gorgeous hobble skirt by Miss Maisy Brown. Check it:
I love the fit of this skirt. There’s nothing sexier than something that covers you completely and follows all your curves. The fishtail end of the skirt makes it a little …read more

Moxsie is a great website for finding independent designers with extremely creative and passionate work.  I respect the Moxsie team’s ability to handpick up-and-coming designers from around the world who create unique merchandise from sunglasses to handbags to dresses.
I originally discovered Moxsie through the funky Cassius Eyewear collection that is being worn by celebrities like Kanye West and Rihanna.  Moxsie also has stylish and vividly colored sunglasses from independent designer Doubledown NYC.
Doubledown NYC eightyfourseries in Blue $180
The eightyfourseries is a re-make of an original pair of sunglasses that debuted in 1984.  The updated version has the same square frames and …read more

I know it isn’t really PC to give matches as favors, but these matchboxes are so lovely and retro that I’m willing to overlook that. The designer uses vintage wedding photos and glitter to embellish these sweet little gifts. I guess that sounds like it could look pretty cheesy, but it doesn’t. See for yourself:

Lovely, right? And, I guess if you’re worried about using them to light cigarettes you could give them with a little candle. They come personalized with your name and the date of your wedding, and they’re sure to be a hit with any bride with a …read more

I know, I know. Fascinators in lieu of veils is old news. So old news that some people are already over it. But here’s a fascinator that eschews the typical feather and bead design so frequently seen. It’s a little sweeter, and a little quainter, but still retro and wearable for the right bride.
What I love about this design is the almost overcrowded cluster of elements. It’s so multi-faceted with feathers, flowers, and crochet, but it all blends in to create a look that is more hat-like than your usual fascinator. I see this working for a bride who’s wearing …read more

I posted recently about the popular Super Sunglasses that are being worn by celebrities like Kanye West and Daft Punk.  These retro-inspired plastic sunglasses have thick chunky frames that have an almost cartoon-like appearance.  I love the graphic image of this style of frames, but do they seem more like sunglasses that should be worn by children and not adults?  Can they look fashionable or they do they end up looking silly unless you are a celebrity?
Chloe Litchi Sunglasses $355
These Chloe sunglasses have extremely thick black plastic frames.  I love the Wayfarer style plastic frames that are popular this summer, …read more

Oliver Peoples is one of my favorite glasses designers for sunglasses and prescription frames.  Their designs are classy and work for women of all ages.  My mom even has a simple pair of black oversized Oliver Peoples sunglasses that she wears all the time!  I also appreciate their modern aesthetic with an understated logo and lack of flashiness.
I have really been loving the retro plastic flat top sunglasses lately.
Oliver Peoples Zadie Square Sunglasses $275
These black acetate sunglasses have large square lenses with the distinct flat top design across the bridge.  It has a simple thin creme-colored double line to emphasize …read more

Celebrities like Kanye West and Daft Punk are obsessed with the funky and colorful SUPER Sunglasses by Italian designer Retrosuperfuture.  Super sunglasses were started back in 2007 and were one of the first on the fashion scene to create the vibrant colored acetate sunglasses that are so popular for summer 2009.  While cheap colored plastic frames are available for about $10 on a street corner, Super sunglasses pride themselves on their extremely high quality lenses made my Zeiss in Germany and their frames that are handmade in Italy.
The editors at Italian music and fashion magazine, Daniel and Simon Beckerman, created the …read more

Ray-Ban is really having a great year in sunglasses.  They can probably be credited with the resurgence of retro styles from the 80’s with their re-releases and modern updates on classic styles.  I could really be happy with at least 10 different pairs of Ray-Bans this summer in every color of the rainbow.
Ray-Ban Neon Wayfarer Skinnies in Dark Orange $129
My new discovery in the Ray-Ban collection is the Neon Wayfarer Skinnies.  These are similar to the classic Ray-Ban Wayfarers, which we have seen absolutely everywere this summer on every celebrity and in every color combination you could possibly imagine.  The …read more

I recently discovered Retrosun, which is a retailer for authentic vintage sunglasses…these are the real brand new products from the 1970s and 80s in their original packaging!  I am new to the whole vintage scene, but I am really falling in love with it.
I am coveting these Retrosun vintage multicolor Cazal sunglasses.  I love the funky detailing in gold, red, and green on the white plastic frames…so retro!  Cazal sunglasses became popular in the 80s when hip-hop celebrities like Run DMC and The Fat Boys were photographed wearing their colorful and eccentric styles.  I love their designs because they are …read more