17 Things That Will Transport You Right Back Into The '80s
Such iconic times, don't you think?
The 1980s had a way of making everyday things feel bigger, brighter, and a lot more fun. From toys and games to snacks and gadgets, the decade left behind a trail of pop culture favorites that still hit people with a wave of nostalgia today.
That feeling has only gotten stronger thanks to throwback trends and shows like Stranger Things, which keep bringing the era back into focus. For anyone who grew up then, these familiar items can instantly bring back school days, Saturday mornings, and the thrill of wanting whatever every other kid seemed to have.
Here are 17 things that will send you straight back to the '80s.
1. Water hoop game.
This entertained us for hours on end, and we wouldn't put it down because we refused to accept defeat.
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Nintendo was born after Atari. What a time to be one of the first users of this back then!
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Their hair was such a delight to brush and style.
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4. Atari games.
Everyone loved playing Pac-Man.
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5. Simon.
This game definitely made us feel like we could rival a computer.
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6. Rainbow Brite.
She had all the brightest colors and her own cartoon.
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7. Aqua Net hair spray.
The must-have essential for the big hair trends of that time.
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Also, this reminds us of everyone’s awkward phase captured in school photos.
8. Care Bears
Each Care Bear had its own unique personality, which definitely put a twist on just owning a simple teddy bear—no bias involved, though!
9. Teddy Ruxpin.
“Can you and I be friends?” Yep, this was definitely the best talking bear to hit the market.
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10. Your first cordless phone.
Ah, the good old days when phones had such long antennas, and you were afraid to break them.
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11. Tang.
Honestly, who didn't drink this back then?
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12. Jelly shoes.
It's strange how we thought these cheap plastic shoes were cool back then.
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13. Cabbage Patch Dolls.
Every kid was practically begging their parents to get them one!
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14. MC Hammer Pants.
Hammer time.
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15. Snoopy Sno-Cone Maker.
If you had this, you were definitely a hit among your friends.
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16. Alf.
We couldn't get enough of him on TV, so we had to have the stuffed toy version as well.
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17. Popples.
These were such great cuddle pets!
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Phew, that was definitely a nostalgic ride. The '80s decade was full of fun, and they just don't make toys like they did back then!
Even as adults, we would still love to have these things because they evoke so much nostalgia. Which one of these did you actually have back then?
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