The only 80’s hallmarks missing from Escada’s S/S19 NYFW show were Gordon Gecko, crimped hair, and Julia Roberts in Mystic Pizza. Elements from the era ticked off the checklist: Shoulder pads, gold hardware, and bold, primary colors of the Kentucky Derby form guide magnitude.
Wear it to: The final Select Summer Friday of the season at Le Bain at The Standard in Meatpacking, featuring Paris’ DJ Guillaume Rabgui on the decks.
While waiting for the spring/summer linup to drop, here are some placeholders that sufficiently channel the current 80’s trend:
ESSENTIAL ANTWERP –Â Double Breasted Blazer
Yellow wool double breasted blazer.
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MIRA MIKATI – Sequin Boxing Shorts
Multicolour synthetic sequin boxing shorts.
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CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN –Â Iriza Pump
Half d’Orsay Iriza pump in nude patent leather featuring cutouts and a 100 mm heel.
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DRYBAR –Â Big Crimpin’ Crimping Iron
Crimping iron with five heat settings and 1.75-inch plates. Heats up to 450°F/232°C.
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