Stone-Washed Style
Christina Aguilera proves that retro dressing doesn’t have to mean costume wear. Her nautical-striped tee, crisp white jacket, stonewashed jeans—in a modern, skinny, low-rider fit, of course—and light-blue flats create the perfect low-key ensemble for kicking around town in casual '80s chic. Click on to get the look!
Anchors Away!
For next to nothing, you can sail right back to the awesome '80s with Arden B.'s Natalie striped off-the-shoulder top ($24). The collarbone-baring boat neckline and ruched details means you’ll look completely ship-shape all summer.
Not Fade Away
Dare to wear bleached-out jeans—either all over again or for the very first time. The sky's the limit with The Unknown Factory's skinny zipper pocket jeans ($198) in sky blue. They’re faded to perfection and feature diagonal zippers on the back pockets, a playful detail that shows you're retro but still ahead of the curve.
Crisp Crop
You won’t look anything like Crockett or Tubbs in Gap's linen blazer ($69.50). The three-quarter sleeves and fitted body say sleek styling, while the cotton linen keeps this endlessly versatile piece cazh. Wear it over stars, stripes or whatever—forever.
Hot Pink
Taylor Momsen cheekily channels an '80s era Madonna at the opening of TopShop in New York City. She gets into the groove with her cropped-sleeve motorcycle jacket, neon-pink satin layered mini, fishnets and wrist cuffs. While you might want to leave the leather at home during the peak of the summer, this season hot-pink is supercool. Keep reading to get the look.
Blazing Trails
Alexander Wang has made the boxy, rolled-sleeve blazer with crisscross cutout back thoroughly fashion-forward. Metal rings in the notched collar, black contrast lining on the cuffs and buttons down the back give this jacket a little punk-rock edge with enough Pretty in Pink-style to elicit era envy. Find it at ShopBop and Barneys ($795).
Strapped In
Want to be new new-wave? Then strap on these sky-high, supersexy Guiseppe Zanotti one-band, ankle-strap sandals ($595). Wear the patent-leather buckled beauties to brighten up any neutral outfit.
Hot Flash
You’ll send pulses racing when you slip on this Silence & Noise drape cowl-neck dress ($48). This soft, knit fuchsia tunic with cap sleeves was simply made for hot summer nights.
He Wears His Sunglasses at Night
Joel Madden steps out looking totally rad with his No. 1 hon, Nicole Richie. His retro sunglasses, distressed, cuffed jeans, chunky black shoes, black zip cardigan and skinny black tie are the picture of put-together '80s redux cool. Want the look? Read on!
Worn Out Is In
The best thing about these Dylan George jeans ($198) is that they look like you’ve been beating the heck out of them for 10 years. Now you can get the look without putting all the hard wear into it!
The Doc Is Still In
Classics may fade in and out, but they never die. Dr. Martens have earned their rightful place in men’s contemporary fashion history because they’re durable, comfortable and iconic. For summer, leave your leather pair in the closet and score these canvas Dr. Martens ($110) instead.
No-Sweat Sweater
Frankie says “relax” in this Cheap Monday Curt cardigan ($80), especially because it’s so affordable! The geek factor is minimized with snaps instead of buttons. And because it's 100-percent cotton, it’s perfect for breezy summer nights.
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