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’80s Halloween Party Ideas That Are, Like, Totally Rad

’80s Halloween Party Ideas That Are, Like, Totally Rad

It’s always fun to see the trendiest Halloween decor popping up all over Pinterest, but sometimes you just need the equivalent of a #ThrowbackThursday — and that’s where the ’80s come in. After all, it was the decade that gave us glow-in-the-dark paint, Pac-Man ghosts and, obviously, Michael Jackson’s Thriller. Talk about the ultimate party mix. You already have the best themed ’80s costume, so you know that channeling your favorite decade this Halloween is a surefire way to rock that childhood nostalgia in style. So scroll down for some ’80s Halloween party must-haves that are totally tubular.


Paper Built shop 1980s Party Invitation

No one had email back then, so your invites better be sent via snail mail, complete with rad shades and playlist hints, of course.

Classic sodas in a bottle mean tons of opportunities for straw toppers that impress. (via

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Neon party decor is a #throwback staple, so it’s only natural that you paint all your pumpkins to match. (via

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Love It Hang It Design Pacman Garland

Finally,some cute ghosts for a change. What more can you ask for at a Halloween party?

Give your guests a hint at what they’re in for when they arrive. This googly eye wreath is versatile enough to go with even the creepiest (or fanciest!) Halloween decor. (via

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This serving essential is what happens when

stops off in 1985 to get a pink perm. (via Sugar & Cloth)

The Quirky Quail Printable ’80s Giant Car Photo Booth

Miami Vice embodied the decade, and now your party can too.

They’ve got spirit, yes they do. Who’s got flair? How about you? (via

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Brightly colored marshmallow treats? Sounds just like your sugar-filled childhood. (via

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You can serve all the spooky

inspired drinks you want. Just make sure guests have something to stir them with. (via A Kailo Chic Life)

Soiree Love Boombox Balloon

Before Bluetooth speakers and streaming services, there was the boombox. While you’re definitely not going back to spinning 8-tracks, a little nostalgia never hurt the ambiance.

They look like spookier versions of the ones in Pac-Man, so they’re basically a done deal. (via

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