Candid Photos from Behind the Scenes of the 1980s
With shows like Stranger Things set in the ‘80s, it’s easy to think everyone back then used to spend the day at the mall, rollerskating with their friends while listening to their Walkmans, wearing flashy colors, and sporting the biggest hairdos you'll ever see. And there was a bit of that, of course, but reality had other, more boring sides, too.
House parties weren't too different from today's, and people didn't wear flashy colors all the time. At home or with family, everyone looked "normal," which probably had a different definition in the '80s.
So, here are some candid photos from behind the scenes of the 1980s, to give you a bit of reality.
Hotel Life
Not for everyone.
Family Photo
This is what most houses looked like back then.
Candid Portrait
Someone didn't like this picture.
Comic-Con
Much quieter back then.
Birthday Party
Sponsored by Coca-Cola.
Parenting
He could be there for hours.
Cool Kids
Peak summertime.
Unicycle
That would be a great profile picture today.
Star Wars Line
Hours of wait for The Empire Strikes Back.
Rollerskating
Runs in the family.
At a Concert
This is how they used to record concerts in the '80s.
Halloween Party
Classic costumes all around.
Flower Meadow
Some great memories were created that day.
College break
Too early for crazy parties.
At Balanced Rock
Risking their lives for a photo.
Cool Gal
Smoking dangerously close to the carpet.
NY Subway
Not at its best.
Pyjama Party
PJs were optional.
Moscow Winter
Wrapped in clothing.
House Party
Not too wild just yet.
