For my last post, I brought you a list of costume ideas for women. Now it's the turn of the guys, and I have some fantastic outfit ideas which will look great at any 1980s party/event. Each item links to Amazon.co.uk. If you're viewing in the U.S. (about 50% of you are) then you'll find a big range of ideas on our website 80sFashion.Clothing - 80s Costume Ideas U.S.
80s Costumes - Top 25 Ideas for Men
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80s Costumes - Top 25 Ideas for Men
1. Scouser Shell Suit Costume. A fun idea, and you can annoy the hell out of everyone by repeatedly telling them to "calm down!"
2. Hip Hop/Rapper Costume. The 80s was the decade where it all started. Add an inflatable boombox and fake gold chain to complete your look.
Inflatable Blow Up Boom Box/Ghetto Blaster. Add this low cost accessory to your costume to make it even more 1980s!
3. Inflatable Retro 1980 Mobile Brick Phone. An instant 80s look! Just add aviator or wayfarer shades and an 80s themed T-shirt.![]()
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4. Choose Life Wham! George Michael Costume. Become George Michael with this "Choose Life" T-shirt. Add accessories such as a wig and white trousers to recreate his look.
Add this Smiffy's 80's Street Wig to your costume to give it an instant 80's or George Michael feel.
This George Michael Costume Kit includes the wig, T-shirt, shades and writsbands.
White Cotton Chino Trousers. The best value pair I could find. Ideal for a George Michael, laid back 80s style.
Low Cost Aviator Mirrored Mirror UV400 Sunglasses. These are very cheap and ideal for adding to your outfit.
5. Made in the 80's Costume. A complete outfit which includes the wig, T-shirt and White Trousers.![]()
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6. Boy George. Become one of the most recognisable pop stars from the 80s.
7. Adam Ant. You'll be instantly recognisable as the dandy highwayman.
8. Teen Wolf. You'll really make heads turn in this complete costume which recreates the look in the 1980s film starring Michael J. Fox.
9. Honey Monster. A really fun idea for 70s, 80s and Halloween parties. Just don't forget to tell 'em about the honey, mummy!
10. Ska Two Tone Costume. A simple, but effective look can be created with these Braces and Hat.
Black Lens Wayfarer Style Sunglasses. This pair is very low cost and yet highly rated by customers. Ideal for adding to your 80s outfit.![]()
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11. Beetlejuice Costume. Become the troublesome ghost played by Michael Keaton in the 1988 movie.
12. Ghostbusters Costume. Ideal for both Halloween and 1980s themed parties. This official outfit includes the proton backpack - just don't cross the beams!
13. Stay Puft Marshmallow Man. You'll look hilarious in this inflatable costume. If you want to stand out the this is the outfit for you!
14. Back To The Future Costume. This outfit includes a red bodywarmer/gilet with navy blue (denim effect) lining. However, it's not cheap and you may prefer creating your own outfit - see below.
This red bodywarmer is relatively low cost and when you select this link, you will see everything needed underneath the item to create a Marty McFly costume inc. checked shirt, casio watch, denim jacket.![]()
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15. Slash Guns N' Roses - become the ultimate 80s rocker with this costume. Add an inflatable electric guitar and fake cigarettes.
Inflatable Blow up Guitar. Ideal for creating a fun, 80s metal look.
Slash Heavy Metal Rocker Hat with Wig, Sunglasses, Cigarettes, Guitar, Gold Rings & Cross Necklace Fancy Dress![]()
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16. Freddie Mercury Housewife - if you have the courage, then this outfit will have everyone laughing! Recreate the look from Queen's classic "I Want To Break Free" video.
17. Freddie Mercury Wembley 1986 Costume. Freddie created this now iconic look which everyone remembers from the 80s.![]()
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18. Run DMC Hip Hop Costume. This instant kit includes Hat, Glasses, Gold Chain and Inflatable Boombox
This official Run DMC logo T-Shirt will leave people in no doubt who you are dressed as.
19. Punk Anarchist. Relive the late 70s/early 80s punk era with this outfit which includes jacket, top and trousers.
Add this colourful Mohican punk wig to a ready-made costume, or have fun creating your own look using an old, ripped T-shirt, denim/leather jacket, safety pins etc.
20. Young Ones Vyvyan Basterd. Become Ade Edmondson's anarchic character from the cult BBC comedy show.
These Tartan Punk Bondage Trousers have an elasticated waist for an easy fit. Just add a punk t-shirt, or an old ripped T-shirt, wig, choker etc.![]()
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Official The Clash London Calling T-shirt. Ideal for creating a 1979/1980 punk look.
21. Michael Jackson Thriller Costume. Recreate an iconic 80s look. Zombify your look by painting dark circles around your eyes.
Michael Jackson Thriller Wig. Add this to your costume to complete your look.
22. Sloth from The Goonies. The official costume is over £40, but you can create the same look using this face mask, red braces and a low-cost Superman T-shirt for half the cost.
Red Suspender Elasticated Braces, Adjustable ,Metal adjusters and Snap fasteners .
DC Comics Men's Superman T-shirt, Royal Blue. Small to XXL.![]()
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22. E.T. The Extra Terrestrial. Just about everyone will recognise who you are in this official costume. Fits up to 40" chest, standard size only.
23. Bananaman. You won't need to eat a banana to transform into the ulitmate 80s superhero. Just put on this costume instead!
24. Super Mario. Become the most famous plumber in the world! This unofficial costume is less than half the price o the offiical one.
This Super Mario Costume really looks the part, although, inevitably costs rather more than the previous item.
25. Top Gun Aviator Pilot. Become Tom Cruise in this low-cost outfit which includes the overalls, aviator shades and dog tag necklace.![]()
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So there you have it. My top 80s fancy dress ideas for men. I hope you've found this post inspirational. You can find a more comprehensive range of costumes at my website.80s Costumes for Men at Simplyeighties.com
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