80s-inspired arcade fashion takes center stage in Exit Magazine's 'Ride Me, Play Me' editorial, featuring the big-haired Frida Aasen. Each ensemble showcased throughout the editorial is like something out of an 80s-era film. Aasen is shown wearing high-cut bodysuits, often neon in color, and high tops, embodying perfectly the vibrant athleticism that permeated the 1980s.
To enhance the 80s influence prevalent in 'Ride Me, Play Me,' photographer Aitken Jolly set the entire shoot in an 80s-style arcade. Aasen poses on an arcade motorcycle and a race car driving game. Paired with her brightly colored 80s aerobics ensembles, the ensemble becomes the perfect demonstration of modernized 80s fashion. While true 1980s fashion was almost clownish in its large patterns and loose-fitting designs, the ensembles in Exit's editorial are more understated and elegant. A simple black bodysuit, or a black and white checkered dress are much simpler than a blazer packed with shoulder pads.
Retro fashions are coming back in a big way, and this editorial proves that the 1980s have not been forgotten in this resurgence. It won't be long before the 80s are back in everything from runway shows to department stores.
80s-Inspired Arcade Fashion
Frida Aasen Rocks Big Hair and Body Suits in Exit's 'Ride Me, Play Me'
Trend Themes
1. 80s-inspired Fashion - There is an opportunity for clothing brands to create modernized 80s-inspired fashion lines that are understated yet elegant, bringing in a nostalgic feel for consumers.
2. Arcade-inspired Fashion - Arcade-inspired fashion can be a new fashion trend, combining both the vintage aesthetics of 80s styling with the colorful and playful elements of arcade games.
3. Retro Fashion Resurgence - There are opportunities for fashion designers and retailers to create throwback collections that are inspired by past fashion trends for a modern audience seeking nostalgia in their fashion choices.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion Industry - The fashion industry can utilize the resurgence of retro and 80s-inspired fashion to target consumers seeking nostalgic styles with modern twists.
2. Gaming Industry - The gaming industry can collaborate with the fashion industry to create fashion collections inspired by classic arcade games and gaming aesthetics for a nostalgic yet modern appeal.
3. Entertainment Industry - The entertainment industry can promote the comeback of 80s-inspired fashion in movies and TV shows, generating more interest for nostalgic fashion styles and trends.