80s Chic and Shoulder Pads
FASHION - Shoulder pads are back. Its getting a revival in Spring 2009 and is largely result of the current American recession. Balmain, Louis Vuitton and Proenza Schouler: They all have retro-80s shoulder padding. When the going gets tough, the masses seek clothes that pump up their volume, providing them with the illusion of strength and substance. Besides, shoulders were already swelling or extending outward early last year at labels like Martin Margiela and Balenciaga so this is just following a growing trend. Blame it on the current '80s vibe in the fashion industry. After the return of leggings, drop-crotch pants, jumpsuits and DayGlo colours its too late now. The eighties are now back in fashion. If you hated the counterculture '80s you are probably dreading this shift. If not, then you're likely rummaging in your closet for your old clothes that are suddenly back in style. Its not just the fashion industry either. New music and TV shows are mirroring ideas from th