IT'S ACTUALLY ALL ABOUT ΤΗ Ε '80 s

Stranger Things star Natalia Dyer pays homage to the era that's secretly ruling fashion.

- RACHEL TORGERSON

Alexandre Vauthier Haute Couture dress and belt. Neptune Jewels earrings. David Yurman pinkie ring. David Webb ring.

Reality Check

You're right. We're living through a major resurgence of Y2K fashion, but here's a little secret: Those early-aughts trends didn't rise out of a vacuum. The '80s paved their way-and the way for all the maximalist looks taking over your feeds at this very moment, from head-turning colors, textures, and shapes to blinged-out accessories in unexpected materials.

David Koma top. David Webb earrings. Grace Lee ring (left). David Yurman ring (right).

Power Moves

Suits from the '80s walked so that these ways more fun versions could run. The color-blocking, the dramatic silhouetteI think they'd be proud of us. ::sniff::

Casablanca blazer. Paris Texas mules. Jenny Bird earrings. Sidney Garber ring.

Pinstripes, Baby

They're baaack, possibly thanks to the workwear revival popping up in places like TikTok and Instagram. Gen Z loves a good trouser, and pinstripes are nothing if not trouser-y. No actual trousers necessary.