Excessive Smoking: Smoking indoors was common in public places and restaurants, but now it’s largely banned due to health concerns.
Big Hair: Voluminous, highly styled hair with lots of hairspray was a trend, but today’s styles tend to favor more natural looks.
Wearing Very High-waisted Pants: High-waisted pants were popular, but modern fashion trends have shifted towards various other style.
Excessive Use of Jargon and Catchphrases: The 1980s had a lot of specific slang and catchphrases.
Paying for Music on Vinyl or Cassette: Purchasing music on vinyl or cassette was standard, but digital downloads and streaming have largely replaced these formats.
Using Landline Phones for Long-Distance Calls: Long-distance calls on landlines were once common, but now people use mobile phones.
Over-the-Top Shoulder Pads: The 1980s saw a trend for exaggerated shoulder pads in clothing, which has since been replaced by more streamlined silhouettes.