# 80s Party Dresses Add a Dash of Retro to Your Holiday Bash Fashion By Jessica Taylor | Published 2009-11-27 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1984-party-scene References: [style](http://www.style.com/trendsshopping/trendreport/072709/partylikeits1983/) & [style](http://www.style.com/trendsshopping/trendreport/072709/partylikeits1983/) If your seeking the [perfect party dress](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reformation-fall-dresses) this season then look no further. Think high shoulders, low cuts and maybe even a little bling! A fitted black mini with broad shoulders will be a show stopper at any event this winter. With silhouettes of the 1980s party scene flooding the runways, women can spice up the LBD with sequins, belts and [sky high heels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/julia-tassel-pump). [Balmain](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/les-ternels-de-balmain), Isabel Marant, Marc Jacobs and Miss Sixty have all mastered this look for Fall 2009, and if the mini dress does not appeal to you, try a great pant suit with the same detailing. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.9/10 - Popularity: 74% | Activity: 96% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Retro Fashion:** The popularity of retro fashion trends, particularly from the 1980s, creates opportunities for innovative clothing designs that combine nostalgia with modern fashion trends. - **Statement Shoulders:** The trend of bold shoulders in women's fashion creates opportunities for designers to experiment with different shapes and materials to create eye-catching designs. - **Sequins and Glamour:** The trend of incorporating sequins and other glamorous elements into clothing allows for the creation of unique and luxurious designs that make a bold statement. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion:** The fashion industry can take advantage of the popularity of retro trends and bold shoulder designs to create innovative clothing that appeals to consumers. - **Accessories:** The popularity of retro fashion trends allows for opportunities for accessory designers to create bold and unique pieces that complement these vintage-inspired looks. - **Event Planning:** The popularity of 80s party dresses creates opportunities for event planners to incorporate retro themes into their events and create unique and memorable experiences for their clients. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Embellished Holiday Party Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/veronica-beard-party-edit.md) - [Leopard Mini Dresses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/leopard-mini-dresses.md) - [Opulent Holiday Apparel Lineups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brunette-the-label-3.md) - [Holiday-Inspired Evening Wear Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mcqueen-holiday-2025.md) - [Doll-Inspired Evening Wear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/azazie-4.md) - [Inclusive Prom Dress Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/prom-collection.md) - [Cherry Red Winter Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cherry-girl.md) - [Modern High-Fashion Dresses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/terani-couture.md) - [Glamorous Party-Ready Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/statement-bags.md)