Retro Easter candy from the 70s, 80s & 90s remains some of the greatest candy of all time
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Retro Easter candy from the 70s, 80s & 90s remains some of the greatest candy of all time
Retro Easter candy has a surprisingly short history. See vintage ads for Brach's, M&M's, Cadbury & more from the 1970s–'90s!
Top 80s hairspray brands: The key to that retro big hair look
80s hairspray fueled an era of big hair and bigger sales. See the vintage ads & brands that defined the decade's most iconic beauty staple.
Whether new or classic, millions still love vintage Corelle dishes from the Corning company (also behind Pyrex & Corningware). See some of the dish patterns available during the '70s & '80s!
Spaceballs: The brilliant Star Wars spoof that proved Mel Brooks still had it in 1987
Spaceballs, Mel Brooks' 1987 sci-fi spoof, took aim at Star Wars & Hollywood itself. See the original poster, stills & a period review.
Decorating Easter eggs through the decades: Fun ideas from the 50s to the 90s
As you prepare for your Easter celebration, check out these vintage Easter egg decorating ideas! There are probably a few you remember... and maybe one or two you haven't seen!
New Coke’s legendary flop: How Coca-Cola shocked America and accidentally won the cola wars (1985)
New Coke lasted just 77 days before America revolted. Here's the real story behind the most infamous product launch of the 1980s.
Over 200 vintage license plates from every state show off decades of bold, forgotten design
Vintage license plates tell the real story of American car culture — from wild state designs to a 50-state size standoff. See 200+ examples here.
Somewhere in Time (1980) blended time travel and sweeping romance at the Grand Hotel on Mackinac Island, starring Christopher Reeve and Jane Seymour.
See rugged & versatile Jeep Cherokees, from before SUVs ruled the road (1960s-80s)
Jeep Cherokee grew from a 1960s trail-ready wagon into a defining 1980s SUV. See vintage models and classic ads from its early decades.
Fisher-Price baby monitors & the first wave of nursery tech (1980s)
Fisher-Price baby monitors in the 1980s gave parents portable peace of mind. See the early baby tech that started it all.
John Stamos: From 80s teen idol to sitcom legend in a career that spans decades
John Stamos rose from 1980s soap star to Full House icon and touring musician. Here’s how his career shaped modern TV nostalgia.
‘The Outsiders’ classic ’80s epic movie: About the story & cast, plus see the trailer
The Outsiders starred several young actors on their way to fame: Emilio Estevez, Rob Lowe, C Thomas Howell, Matt Dillon, Ralph Macchio, Patrick Swayze and Tom Cruise.
Neil Sedaka: From teen idol to the pop legend who outlasted trends (1960s)
Neil Sedaka, the singer-songwriter behind “Breaking Up Is Hard to Do,” died at 86. His career spanned generations with chart-topping hits and enduring influence.
Explore the history of vintage beaded curtains — from early room dividers to their 1960s surge — and see why this flexible decor trend never fully went away.
Tang, the retro orange drink mix astronauts & Florence Henderson made famous (1960s-80s)
Tang orange drink mix was advertised as a 'new breakfast drink discovery' when it was introduced in the '50s, and went on to become a part of pop culture history - especially once NASA and Mrs Brady got in on the action.
Old-school cottagecore: The prairie dress had a big comeback in the 80s
Old-school cottagecore traces back to the prairie dress revival of the early 80s — see how ruffles, florals, and frontier flair returned to fashion.
Vintage Disneyland tickets: The A B C D E rides and attractions at the Magic Kingdom (1959-1982)
With these vintage Disneyland tickets, visitors could enjoy their choice of dozens of Disneyland rides and attractions in Fantasyland, Tomorrowland, Frontierland and Adventureland.
Vintage 7-Eleven stores & the era of Slurpees, arcade games & quick stops
If you were alive in the 1970s & 1980s, you know that vintage 7-Eleven stores were the corner grocery -- as well as a place for kids to hang out. Here are dozens of old photos so you can take a look back!
Where did the candy hearts with sayings come from? The romantic history of these sweets
Everyone knows the pastel little Valentine's Day sweets that say Hug Me, Cutie and more. Where did those candy heart sayings come from? Look back here!
Try one of these 14 decadent Valentine’s Day desserts & celebrate love!
What better way to celebrate love than with delicious Valentine's Day desserts?
The Muppet Show theme song, famous guest stars, and how the hit TV show started
Find out about The Muppet Show, an all-family comedy-musical-variety TV series from the '70s & '80s, and see the opening credits and theme song lyrics here!
For Valentine's Day, Washington's Birthday or any day, give them something made with love, like these deliciously indulgent rocky road bars and a sweetheart fudge pie!
Ferris Bueller’s Day Off: Why this ’80s teen movie is still a delight today
There's a lot of magic and humor practiced in Ferris Bueller's Day Off. Written and directed by John Hughes, this energetic and offbeat comedy captures the best feelings about being young.
Cool 80s kids shoes: Where pop culture met the playground
The eighties had a unique flair, not just in music and movies, but also in footwear! As these dozens of 80s kids shoes show, the options back then were as diverse as the culture that influenced them.
Gee, Your Hair Smells Terrific was the shampoo everyone remembered in the 1970s & 80s
Gee, Your Hair Smells Terrific shampoo & conditioner are extra rich, extra thick -- so it leaves your hair shiny clean and fresh. Slightly spicy. Slightly flowery. And ready for compliments.
About Max Headroom, the 1980s sci-fi TV show that starred a wisecracking digital talking head
Max Headroom was a unique sci-fi satire TV show starring the inimitable Matt Frewer as the computer-generated star. Despite its short run, it made a max impact on pop culture.
Take a look back at old-school packaged cookies like Hydrox, Chips Ahoy, Almost Home, Lorna Doone and more — some still around, others long gone.
Try this easy cream cheese frittata with potatoes, zucchini & tomato from 1982
This cream cheese frittata is packed with potatoes, zucchini, tomato and green onions — and it’s finished with creamy cubes of Philly cream cheese on top.
Who were the hottest teen stars of the 80s? These teen idols got the most votes in 1984
The fans voted, the mailbags were full, and these were the hottest teen stars of the 80s — straight from Teen Beat’s first Teen Star Awards in 1984.
Vintage instant cameras from Polaroid & Kodak: OneStep, Pronto, Colorburst & more
If you grew up in the age of film, you will know the excitement that came from vintage instant cameras, like these ones from Polaroid and Kodak.
