The Bold Shoulder aka It Was Acceptable in the 80s

When I first heard that the 80s trends were coming back, I was understandably horrified. Those of us who went through it the first time have a secret box of photos showcasing the absolute worst of those trends! I'm talking Bedazzled acid washed jean jackets, Aqua-netted side ponytails with BIG bangs (aka mall hair), high-top Reeboks, preferably in red. But there were also some cute trends that this time around are more tailored, more feminine, and more flattering.

I love the bold shoulder look. Whether it's an embellishment, padding, or ruching, the bold shoulder is a great way to ease into the 80s trend. You can go as subtle or as big as you want. Here are some subtle options:
This dress has more of an epaulet of sequins that just hints at the trend. Perfect for us girls who don't want to be too over the top.

This blouse is a subtle venture into 80s shoulders. I love how feminine it is with buttons down the back. I would wear this with a slightly higher rise jean or draped shorts.

This dress is available in black or cream and I am loving both. The cream has an 80s and 60s vibe, it's all in the accessories.

Part boyfriend blazer, part power suit. My favorite thing about this jacket is that it's slightly shrunken without being tight.

I'm in love with this one. This jacket looks cute with denim shorts (as they styled it) but I think it would go well over a black dress. Gotta love versatility!

This dress is cute but the overall look is a little...familiar. Be careful of how you style a dress like this. Or be prepared for people to stop you in the street to ask if you were in a certain music video: