6 Great Men’s 80s Costume Ideas
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If you’re a man in need of a great costume for a special event or party, why not consider the 80s for inspiration? There are many awesome 80s costumes for men that are fun and will bring back that fuzzy nostalgic feeling!
The 1980s were chock-full of great music, such as Madonna and Michael Jackson, and some excellent movies, such as The Goonies and Indiana Jones. The decade was also home to some beautiful fashion trends that are still highly popular today, so it’s no surprise that people look back on this period with nostalgia—especially when Halloween rolls around each year.
So let’s get started in piecing together your next great 80s costume!
80s Costumes For Men
So with your next event just around the corner, here are some sources of inspiration that you can use to put together your next great 80s costume:
1. 80s TV Characters
All of us loved TV in the ’80s. Whether you watched Magnum P.I., Knight Rider, or Miami Vice, everyone had a favorite show. So we think a great costume idea for men would be to dress up as your favorite TV character from your favorite hit 80s TV show. Some examples are below:
Magnum P.I. (1980): A thick 80s Moustache and Hawaiian Shirt ala Tom Selleck’s character.
Miami Vice (1981): An oversized pastel blazer combined with shades like Don Johnson’s character. Putting together your own Miami Vice Suit will make sure you’re the coolest guy at the party.
Knight Rider (1982): A leather jacket and red turtleneck will get you looking like David Hasselhoff in no time!
Again pick any of your favorite 80s TV shows and go from there. Choose a look that resonates with you, and then make it your own!
2. 80s Superheroes
The 1980s was a great time for superhero movies. Besides popular superhero costumes like Batman or Superman, consider characters from Robocop, Terminator, and The Incredible Hulk just to name a few.
Consider buying a pre-made superhero costume if you don’t have time to shop around for individual pieces. Just make sure that whatever you choose, it fits well and isn’t a size too big or small. And remember, when choosing your superhero costume, go for something that reflects your personality.
3. 80s Pop Culture
Part of what made 80’s culture so memorable was how there were so many memorable characters in pop culture that we still look back fondly on. Before you start thinking about your costume for All Hallow’s Eve, look at some 80s pop culture icons that might give you a better idea of what you could dress up as.
From popular toys to nostalgic cartoons, you can explore all of your favorite 1980’s memories for costumes.
For example the 1980s had many popular toys like Teddy Ruxpin, Rubik’s Cube, Smurfs, and Transformers just to name a few.
When it came to memorable cartoons, you have great choices like G.I. Joe, He-Man, and Thundercats to draw inspiration from.
Also consider memorable moments in the 1980s for costume ideas. Things like the release of “New Coke”, launch of MTV, or the marriage of Princess Diana and Prince Charles just to name a few.
4. 80s Movie Characters
There are so many great films from the ’80s that have a plethora of costume ideas for men. If you were planning to watch any of these films in honor of your retro costume, then here are some top choices!
Plus, you can always reenact scenes or talk about certain aspects that come to mind when wearing an iconic outfit. Pair up with a gal pal with matching 80s movies costumes to your next event and really make an entrance together!
Here are some easy picks that come to mind:
Ghostbusters (1984): There are plenty of costume ideas for men: Any of the ghostbusters, Vigo The Carpathian, Slimer, Janine Melnitz, or Louis Tully.
Ferris Bueller’s Day Off (1986): Any of these characters will make people smile at your party: Cameron Frye, Sloane Peterson, or Jeannie Bueller.
Back To The Future (1985): Marty McFly, Doc, Lorraine, or Biff Tannen all make great choices for an epic 80s movie costume.
Star Wars: Episode VI – Return of the Jedi (1983): Luke Skywalker, Princess Leia, Han Solo, Darth Vader, or Lando Calrissian all make great choices.
Top Gun (1986): If you got the need for speed, Tom Cruise’s character in Top Gun is always a fan favorite.
Those are just a few picks, but really there are so many great 80s movies to choose from that really the sky is the limit!
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5. 80s Music Stars
When it comes to costumes, musicians are always a popular choice, and the 1980s had a lot of great male music stars to choose from. One of them was Michael Jackson, who broke away from being a member of his family’s band, The Jackson 5, and became a huge solo star with hits like Thriller. A great Michael Jackson costume is always a hit at any costume party!
Other notable costume choices for a rad 1980s rocker costume would be Bon Jovi, Prince, and Bruce Springsteen.
Also going as an iconic 80s rapper like LL Cool J or a member of Run DMC or N.W.A. is always a classic choice. A great 80s rapper costume can be a great way to let people know that you’re hip to the game!
6. 80s Political Figures
Finally the 1980s was known for larger than life political figures. Presidents like Ronald Reagan and George H.W. Bush in America. If you remember the cold war, figures like Mikhail Gorbachev may be more to your liking. If you’re going to an event with a woman, perhaps she can go as Margaret Thatcher or Nancy Reagan to your Ronald Reagan.
The 1980s was a time of memorable geo-political events, and if you want to go with a more sophisticated 80s costume consider any of these iconic world leaders of the era.
Final Thoughts
So hopefully the aforementioned ideas will help inspire you and allow you to put together a great 80s men’s costume. The decade was filled with so much culture and fun, and people just love the 80s so you can’t really go wrong with a costume for that era.
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