50 Nostalgic Posts About The 80s On 'The Ultimate 80s Page' That Today's Youth May Not Relate To

It was such a wonderful and weird time

Damjan

• Published in Interesting
• April 16, 2023

There is no denying that we are no longer the young and trendy generation that we once were. Nevertheless, we still do not feel ancient, but a recent walk down memory lane has left many of us feeling a bit nostalgic for the simpler times of our youth.

Thanks to Facebook's "The Ultimate '80s Page", which boasts a whopping 2.7 million followers, we have been able to relive some of the most iconic moments of our childhoods. From classic toys such as the Rubik's Cube and My Little Pony to unforgettable TV shows such as The A-Team and The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, the page has it all.

Not to mention, who could forget about the legendary fashion trends of the '80s, such as neon colors, shoulder pads, and leg warmers? And let's not forget about beloved snacks like Dunkaroos and Tang.

It's no wonder why so many millennials can't get enough of this page - the nostalgia is simply irresistible. We may no longer have the same interests and priorities that we once did, but we can still look back on those carefree days with fondness and appreciation.

It's a time when life seemed so much simpler, and happiness could be found in the smallest of things.

80s were cool

1. My summers

2. Simply the best

3. Best idea ever

According to Lauren McMenemy, a professional writer, journalist, and writing coach who runs workshops and training to help people improve their writing skills, the first thing that comes to mind when someone mentions the 1980s is often the stereotypes: "neon, big hair, shoulder pads, power ballads."

However, she believes that the 1980s were much more complex than these cliches would suggest. It was an era that encompassed a multitude of experiences and perspectives. She said: “There was indeed that break-out fun, bright and fluffy, everyone's excited angle - but there was also the ‘Greed is Good’ angle, the Wall Street tycoons, the money-at-all-costs which really started to dominate at this time (and still does).”

4. True

5.

6. True, every word

As per Lauren's perspective, what made the '80s - aka her childhood - stand out was the feeling of excitement and discovery, especially as technology began to seep into people's homes. It was an era that marked the introduction of home computing consoles such as Nintendo and Atari. Therefore, for her, as a child, it was undoubtedly the most wonderful time.

7. Goonies forever!

8. Hahahah

9. Love these

Since the '80s style, from clothing to music, has been coming back to fashion in recent years, we asked Lauren why she thinks this bygone era has this enduring appeal. Lauren believes that there isn't anything unique about the '80s that's driving this comeback. “As humans, we are inherently nostalgic, and there seems to be a trend that we go back every 30 and/or 50 years.” In fact, Lauren argues, “In the '80s, we were obsessed with the '50s. In the '90s, it was the '60s, and so on. It's long enough time-lapse that we can remember things with rose-tinted glasses.”

10. It was fantastic!

11. Smoking was allowed

12. Lock & roll!

We also inquired about Lauren's favorite thing from the '80s, to which she enthusiastically responded, "Back to the Future. Without a doubt, it's my all-time favorite movie. And it's a perfect combination of the '80s and '50s nostalgia!.

Furthermore, she confessed to having a soft spot for hair metal and power ballads. Put on "The Final Countdown" by Europe, and she won't be able to resist singing along at the top of her lungs.

13. Netflix in the 80's

14. Epic magic duel

15. Excellent

16. SMS

17. Movie Phone

18. Filters in the 80's

19. Every mom

20. Copying

21. So true

22. Pitcher for every home

23. True comic genius

24. icon in 3D print

25. Lol

26. Love this!

27. Love Dolly

28. My childhood cell phone

29. Life before crocs

30. Panelled walls

31. I'm NOT old

32. Ah....the Crypt Keeper

33. One wild night

34. Labyrinth

35. Fashion Plates

36. Ah, nostalgia!

37. Texting in the 80's

38. Love this

39. Playgrounds

40. Pull-down maps

41. The height of sophistication

42. Haha fun times

43. Best toy ever!

44. Ghostbusters!

45. Duck facing

46. Parents of the 80's

47. Loved them!!

48. Alf

49. Leg warmers

50. Exactly

As we continue to grow older and face new challenges, it's important to take time to appreciate the memories that have shaped us into who we are today. The '80s may have been a long time ago, but they will forever hold a special place in the hearts of many millennials.

It's a time we can look back on with fondness, a time when everything seemed possible, and the future was full of endless possibilities.

Damjan