80s Toy StoreYou would be hard-pressed to find any animated show more beloved than The Simpsons. First released on December 17, 1989, The Simpsons just makes the cut as a nostalgic show from the 80s. Since then, the show has gone on to release six hundred and ninety-one episodes over the course of thirty-two seasons. Many cite … Read more
Leslie and Rodney Smith started Lensey Products just after World War II and the company took off quickly. They were soon joined by Jack O’Dell, an engineer and tool creator. From 1947 to 1953, the company made larger die-cast vehicles and various other toys to sell during the Christmas season. They created their first die-cast … Read more
Halloween is approaching and you need a costume that is easily recognizable and near and dear to your heart. The answer to this dilemma is taking a trip down memory lane. We are talking of course, about taking a trip to the greatest decade to ever exist, the ‘80s. With these ‘80s costumes for Halloween … Read more
Now that nostalgia for the 1980s is in its third decade, and shows no signs of stopping, it would be a perfect idea to compile a list of the best ’80s songs. Our musical summary of the decade that gave us Miami Vice, mall culture, and more awesomely cheesy entertainment than any sensible person can … Read more
The ’80s was an iconic decade known for unique fashion, big hairdos, and loud music. However, one characteristic of this decade that no one can forget about is the slang. ’80s slang and ’80s sayings put words to our most outlandish thoughts and they have influenced the language we use today. Some of these phrases … Read more
Since the 1980s, the rate of computer ownership in the United States has only risen. From a meager 10% to about 80% in 2016, computers have become a household staple, no longer a commodity sought after by tech geeks or those with the money to burn. While computers are well-integrated into our daily lives, the … Read more
First founded in 1983, Swatch has revolutionized the way the world sees watches. A portmanteau of the phrase second watch, the Swatch was made to combat the quartz crisis of the 1970s and 1980s. During the quartz crisis, European watchmakers had to compete against Asian digital watches powered by quartz batteries. However, the Swatch soon … Read more
Distinctively known for their bloated heads and slightly disturbing faces, yet somehow endearing with their soft appearance and huggable form, if there’s one doll that could define the ‘80s, it would hands-down be the Cabbage Patch Kids as they were the ultimate definition of a fad and its extremities in the 1980s. Created by artist … Read more
The ’80s are oftentimes referred to as ‘the golden era of television.’ This decade saw a revolution in the television industry, as cable TV and home movie systems rose to prominence. Under the pressure of these new advancements in the entertainment industry, the television networks that once dominated the industry felt immensely challenged. These networks … Read more
The Garbage Pail Kids are back and better than ever in a new book trilogy by Goosebumps author R.L. Stine. R.L Stine is bringing back the nostalgia of the 1980s Garbage Pail Kids by creating a series based off of the rambunctious kids. The first book set to publish is called Welcome to Smellville … Read more
