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What was the primary characteristic of 1980s denim fashion?
Answer
High-waisted with tight-rolled ankles
1980s jeans were high-waisted, tight at the ankles (often rolled), and frequently adorned with rhinestones or embroidery.
💡 Did you know?
Tight-rolling jeans and wearing them with high-top sneakers was peak 80s style.
Other options people guess
- Loose and baggy fit
- Low-rise and distressed
- Acid-washed and ripped
Topics
- Fashion
- 1980s
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