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What is the ’80s design style called?
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What the ’80s design style is called varies, as multiple styles are associated with the decade. Some people refer to the designs of the period using the generic term postmodern. Pieces featuring bright colors, geometric shapes, strong patterns and abstract designs may be classified as Memphis style. Synthwave style drew inspiration from the new wave and punk music scenes, including technology-inspired motifs, such as grid lines and vibrant neon colors. Another 1980s design style is commonly referred to as ’80s Cute. Pioneered by designer Lisa Frank, it typically features whimsical imagery, such as rainbows, hearts and fast food. Find a large collection of 1980s furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
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Pink Panther Collection Royal Orleans Pottery Pink Panther Mounted Box
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A delightful, Japanese licensed Pink Panther Collection lidded box distributed by Royal Orleans and dated 1981. The ceramic box is of large oval form with a fitted slightly domed cov...
Category
Vintage 1980s Japanese Modern Decorative Boxes
Materials
Ceramic
1980s Maitland -Smith Hand Painted Botanical Floral & Fruit Folding Screen
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a lovely hand painted folding screen with a botanical motif by Maitland-Smith. It dates to the later part of the twentieth century. It is marked and in very good condition. I...
Category
Vintage 1980s Philippine Victorian Screens and Room Dividers
Materials
Wood
Treasury of Art Nouveau Design & Ornament
Located in Bradenton, FL
Treasury of Art Nouveau Design & Ornament, a pictorial archive of 577 illustrations, selected by Carol Belanger Grafton. Softcover book, published in 1980 by Dover Publications, Inc....
Category
Vintage 1980s American Art Nouveau Books
Materials
Paper
1980s Gorgeous Piero Fornasetti Backgammon in Excellent condition. Made in Italy
Located in Milano, IT
1980s Gorgeous Piero Fornasetti backgammon for Dal Negro in walnut wood , the set is in excellent condition and includes four dices, the doubling cube, two dice shaker, all 30 checke...
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Games
Materials
Wood, Walnut
$1,760 Sale Price
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Christina & Lars Andersson Easy Chairs Model 'Yacht' Produced by Huskvarna
Located in grand Lancy, CH
Rare pair of easy chairs model Yacht designed by Christina & Lars Andersson. Produced by Huskvarna in Sweden.
Category
Vintage 1980s Swedish Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Butterfly Garden Ice Bucket by Emilia Castillo – Silverplate, Jasper & Turquoise
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This enchanting ice bucket by celebrated Mexican designer Emilia Castillo captures the whimsy of nature with its sculptural butterfly and vine motif. Crafted in silver plate, the pie...
Category
Vintage 1980s Mexican Modern Wine Coolers
Materials
Silver Plate, Brass