Neon-Partyschild im 80er-Jahre-Stil mit Palmen auf dunklem Hintergrund, umgeben von blau und rosa leuchtenden Linien, die eine retro-futuristische Atmosphäre schaffen.

1980s makeup

dramatic and extravagant

As unique as the fashion style of the 1980s, the makeup of this decade is just as distinctive. Neon colors attract attention. Lips shine. Geometric shapes and crazy eyeliner add even more drama. The 1980s makeup looks complicated. But don’t let that discourage you. It’s easier than you think. Your next costume party is coming up, and the theme is the 1980s. At Kostümpalast, we offer not only the perfect 1980s costumes, but also many accessories and great makeup tips to help you sparkle like the brightest star in the sky. 

Eine Person mit voluminösem weißem Haar, auffälligem, farbenfrohem Make-up und einem schwarzen Blazer mit Sternenaufnähern, die eine goldene Halskette und ein rosa Oberteil trägt und vor einem schlichten Hintergrund posiert.

1980s makeup: as colorful as the clothing

High-contrast, colorful, and bright—that’s ’80s makeup. Its creativity and penchant for making a statement can be captured perfectly with makeup. Have your eyeshadow and lipstick ready. We’ll tell you what to keep in mind to create the perfect ’80s look on your face.

The first rule is: More is more. Don’t hold back. If you’re wondering whether to emphasize your eyes or your lips, the answer is always the same: Emphasize both. You can also add plenty of blush and geometric shapes such as stars or lightning bolts. Let your imagination run wild.

Bright colors attract attention

Intense colors are essential for a successful ’80s makeup look. The eyeshadow can be blue, green, pink, red, or yellow. Neon shades are also very popular here. Leave the delicate nuances aside—you want to stand out, after all.

Eyeshadow is particularly important because people always notice the eyes first. So decorate them accordingly. You can even combine several shades beautifully.
Create a color gradient from blue to green or from orange to yellow. The effect becomes even more intense with black eyeliner or kohl. Black mascara completes the bold eye makeup.

The lipstick can be just as vivid as the eyeshadow. Finally, give your lips an irresistible shine with lip gloss. All that is left is to apply plenty of blush in red or pink shades to your cheeks.

Play with contrasts

Contrasts are everywhere in the 1980s. They attract attention, offer interesting ways to experiment, and create eye-catching looks. So your face can be colorful too. Whether you choose just two or three shades or the entire rainbow is entirely up to you. An easy way to create contrast is to accentuate your lips with a bold color. Cherry-red lipstick is ideal for green or very dark eyes. With blue and yellow shades, pink lips create a striking effect.

If you want to go truly extravagant—for example, for an ’80s party—we also have a suitable ’80s rocker makeup set with vibrant colors for you. You don’t have to limit your makeup to your eyes and lips. A lightning bolt around the eye or on the cheek with glittering accents is perfect: the wilder, the better!

Take it one step further by wearing colored contact lenses. You can find red, yellow, green, pink, orange, blue, and even white lenses in our online shop to complete your wild look.

The gothic look—for those who find it too colorful


Although the ’80s were very colorful years, you don’t have to look like a bird of paradise if you don’t like that. The goth look emerged during the decade. Black and dark gray dominate here. Smokey eyes look dramatic and provide a striking frame for your eyes. The color accents remain restrained. Paired with black eyeshadow, red or purple lipstick has a magical effect. Or you can simply stick with all black.

Hairstyles for the perfect ’80s look

The bold and colorful look was also reflected in hairstyles. Wild manes, asymmetrical styles, and fancy accessories—everywhere you looked, there were curiosities. The mullet, crimped waves, and neon colors were all the rage.

The ladies embraced volume, while the men succumbed to the fashion faux pas of the mullet. Some women even wore their hair cut short in the front and long in the back. This now-unwearable hairstyle was developed even further. The long strands were braided into a plait, creating a rat-tail. Crimped hair and flowing locks were also popular. If you prefer short hair, a side part and a greaser quiff are ideal.

You can easily recreate the style of 1980s hairstyles with our carnival wigs . Simply put one on and you’ll be ready for the party. Still missing the finishing touch for the gentleman? How about a fake beard to complete the costume?

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