Written by Administrator Tuesday, 03 March 2009 17:40
Relieving the Countdown of the 80’s
There have been countless party themes that have been created and sometimes it’s a bit confusing to choose a party theme because of the numerous options that one have. One of the most popular party themes is the era party themes that centre on certain decades like the 50’s, 60’s, 70’s and 80’s. Another is the movie party theme such as Star Wars, Harry Potter and even Lord of the Rings party themes.
What is the 80’s Countdown Party?
If you are a bit choosy on your party theme and would like a party theme that would be a stand- out among the rest, then you can go for something like the 80’s Countdown Party.
Ever heard of it?
The 80’s Countdown Party is a party theme that is focused on the 80’s Australian music program - Countdown. This party theme is very unique in the sense that it doesn’t just follow the conventional party themes like era or movies that were overly used. The 80’s Countdown Party is a genre on its own because it is a cross breed between an era and tv show party themes.
This party theme is based on Countdown that is one of well-liked music programs in the history of Australia tv industry. Countdown ran for 14 long years in Australian Broadcasting Corporation from 1974 to 1987 featuring both local artists in Australia as well as international stars.
What to wear in the 80’s Countdown Party attire?
Next thing that you will ask is how you will dress up for the 80’s Countdown Party.
Needless to say, the ideal attire to wear in a party with the 80’s Countdown Party theme should reflect the 1980’s fashion! The 80’s fashion is a distinctive era because of the chunky accessories and the loud colours and contrasting designs of the clothes. The signature of the 80’s fashion that is probably the wide shoulder blouses.
Here are some suggestions:
Clothes
Bring out the good wide shoulder blouses with large shoulder pads and matching chunky and glittering buttons. Shirts with beadworks will also pass as being 80’s. You may also consider that the colours in this period are loud so it is recommended to use apple green, bright yellow, bright pink, etc.
Hairstyle
This is the era that popularized the huge hairstyles with the use of a generous amount of hair spray. Flat and conservative hairstyles are out.
Accessories
In the show, the Countdown, Ian “Molly” Meldrum the host of the show has a signature look which is his Akubra Hat. This accessory item is compulsory for the hosts of the 80’s Countdown Party! For the guests, the chunky and gold accessories can be worn as well as pearl jewelleries. Don’t forget that it should be complemented with an equally 80’s bag. Clutch bags were in during the 80’s. If you have the money to spare, go for the classic Chanel or Louis Vuitton bags that started their popularity in the 80’s.
How to recreate the 80’s Countdown Party ambience?
From the venue down to the minute details such as the invitations, the 80’s Countdown Party theme should be reflected.
Venue
For the venue, try to combine the elements of the 80’s as well as those of the Countdown music program to create a perfect 80’s Countdown Party ambience. The cheapest and probably the easiest items where you can create an 80’s ambience would be the use of colourful balloons to decorate the area. You can also decorate the venue with a disco ball in the centre.