The predominant aesthetic of the 1980s has taken over social media recently, in a trend that uses photos modified by artificial intelligence to show what people would look like in that era. Among the characteristic visuals of the era are mullet haircuts, short shorts among men, curly bangs and high-waisted jeans among women, in addition to vibrant clothes and leather jackets. Many curious people jumped on the wave and are having fun with the results of the digital transformations.
The movement happens right during the week of Rock in Rio, whose first edition was held in 1985, making the trend even more timely. The festival is one of the most memorable events of the 80s in Brazil and is celebrating years since its creation.
The trend allows social media users to see themselves characterized with the iconic visuals of the era, mixing nostalgia and technology in an accessible and fun way. The viral spread of the content shows how the interest in 80s culture remains strong today.
