International Cinema Festival of India

Celebrities from the 1980s were admired for their talent in the film, television and music industries. They were also admired for their sense of fashion.

Princess Diana was a Royal icon. Admired for her kind heart and effortless beauty, the nation fell in love with Diana. The nation was so fond of her that they often copied her look. Many fashion labels and designers would recreate pieces that Diana had worn, enabling her followers and fans to have their own piece of royal clothing. Her haircut was also iconic, and women across the country were getting their hair styled in a similar way to hers.

Michael Jackson caused a storm in the 1980s when he went solo. Michael Jackson gained his fame through his successful career when he was a member of The Jackson 5, during the 1970s. The tight leather outfits, shiny shoes and iconic white glove, along with Michael Jackson’s jet black curly mullet hairstyle, continues to be a look that is recognised as being intrinsic with Michael Jackson. Another fashion icon was Madonna who appealed to the female audience during the 1980s. Her striking outfits caused uproar and as a result, many girls and women were keen to experiment with their own look. The way Madonna continually transformed her look ensured that she always gained media attention. The infamous band Queen were a musical phenomenon, loved for their music as well as their style. Their mullets which featured in Bohemian Rhapsody became a signature look in the 1980s. Today, the mullet hairstyle is very much associated with the 80s.

From actors to a singing sensation, Jason Donovan and Kylie Minogue were popular in the music industry and were adored by fans across the world. The couple’s first single ‘Especially for You’ was a huge hit and the couple were admired greatly for their sense of style. Both characters wore perms with pride which lead to a rise in the number of fans getting similar hairstyles.

There were many celebrities in the 1980s who were stylish, including Baywatch’s Pamela Anderson and David Hasselhoff. The arrival of this popular1980s series introduced the signature red swimming costume. Other celebrities include Boy George, who flaunted flamboyant camp looks, involving wacky prints, wearing bright make up and wearing long dreadlocks. The celebrities of the 1980s continue to be admired by fashion lovers across the world and certain elements of their fashion can still be seen today.

The leather jacket never went out of fashion!