Iconic Objects of the 1980s: 80 Cult Designs is a vibrant and richly illustrated retrospective that celebrates the bold energy and unmistakable style of one of history’s most unforgettable decades. Through 80 objects that range from Walkmans and BMX bikes to shoulder pads and floppy disks, this book explores how innovation, creativity, and a sense of fun shaped the everyday experiences of the 1980s. Each entry combines evocative photography with cultural and historical commentary, providing insight into how these objects reflected—and influenced—the era’s attitudes in entertainment, fashion, technology, design, and beyond. With chapters organized by theme and decade-defining anecdotes throughout, this guide offers a playful but informed lens through which to explore the past. Whether you lived through the decade or are discovering it anew, this book brings the 1980s back to life in vivid, unforgettable detail. Key Features: • Profiles 80 iconic objects that defined the 1980s across categories including sports, fashion, toys, tech, and design • Includes pop culture milestones such as VHS tapes, Air Jordans, My Little Pony, Apple II computers, and the Game Boy • Each item is accompanied by striking full-colour photography and engaging historical commentary • Organized thematically into 7 chapters for easy exploration: Sports & Entertainment, Fashion & Accessories, Everyday Objects, Technology, Toys, Furniture & Design, and Cars • Reveals the cultural significance and lasting legacy of each object, from household staples to trendsetting innovations • Features an introductory essay on the 1980s as a decade of exuberance, ambition, and global cultural shifts. A must-have celebration of 1980s design, culture, and creativity—perfect for collectors, pop culture enthusiasts, designers, and nostalgic readers alike.|Iconic Objects of the 1980s: 80 Cult Designs is a colorful and nostalgic visual tour through 80 memorable objects that shaped the style, energy, and innovation of the decade. From Walkmans and BMX bikes to floppy disks and fashion trends, each entry pairs striking photography with insightful commentary on how these objects reflected—and shaped—the cultural attitudes of the time. Organized into themed chapters, the book spans entertainment, tech, design, fashion, and more (by Pierre Toromanoff & Agata Toromanoff, 176 pages, 178 x 254mm) Categoria: Books: novel/sci fi/horror (in preordine)
Uscita: 28/06/26
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Prezzo di copertina: USD 35,02
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Data di uscita: 28/06/26
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