Shoulder pads, fish bowl spectacles, hair laquer and Pete Burns, the ‘80s was all about exaggeration, empowerment and making an entrance. Wall flowers were trampled on by power suit wearing women with stiff gravity-defying hair and make up which meant business. It's no wonder at a time when our future looks uncertain that the vivid colours from the ‘80s has made a comeback to both our wardrobes and make up bags pushing black kohl and hair straighteners to the back of the cupboard in favour of up-do's, blinding nail polishes and dramatic feline eyes. If the thought of bulk-buying Elnett is bringing you out in a cold sweat though, don't worry, the look this time around is watered-down with the focus kept on either the eyes or lips rather than the entire face and big hair. Read on for our step-by-step guide on how to pull off this tricky trend...

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