Clothes of the Eighties, Clothes Beginning with U

The eighties saw a wider variety and quicker change in clothing styles than currently. That's why I thought this list would be fun for others to read and add to, so feel free to send me any suggestions. Years are approximated, since some fashions tended to last longer in some regions opposed to other regions.

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Name Sex What When Description
U-MEN Male line of logo shirts 87-89 Very popular with the late teen GQ croud. They had sweatshirts and dress shirts that said U-Men on the front usually sold at Chess King or a store called Coda.
UNITS Female Clothes mid 80's to early 90's Solid color, modular, one size fits all knit clothing that could be mixed and matched, usually warn with HUGE shoulder pads. It was sold at UNITS retail stores in local malls.
"USED" clothing Female Clothing 1987-1989 Brief clothing line that consisted of very baggy denim jeans with patches of plaid/colorful cotton material all over, but mostly on the butt to draw attention to it. They were supposed to give the illusion of worn clothing that you brought back to life with the patches over the holes. These jeans sold for a minimum of $65 to $120. There were half shirts to go with your ensemble which also had strategically placed patches.
Ugg Boots Both Boots 1986 Short or long sheepskin boots; surfer style. Short boots worn with scrunchy socks and shorts or skirts; long worn by tucking pants in (acid wash jeans or Hammer pants).
Ultra Pink female shirts w/spec. theme and sequins 1986-1988 These shirts were short sleeved, and had a certain theme or person (ie- carnival, etc.) They had sequins around the design and embroidery
Ultra Pink brand Female Pants, Shirts, Skirts 1988-1990 ? Mainly in plaids; this brand was not around long-but it had some really cute coordinates that I wish were still sold today.
Umbros Both Clothing Late 80's Shirts and shorts, mostly bright colored shorts. It was soccer clothing.
Unconstructed Jackets Mostly Male jackets 1982-88 Think "Miami Vice" - These were cheap unlined jackets, cut like a suit coat. They came in a myriad of color - from plain black/white to go-to-hell-pink! Usually worn with a crew neck or "wife beater" style t-shirt in a coordinating color. Often wore with elastic waist slacks and top-siders (no socks!) or checkered Vans.
Underoos Both Clothing 198? For little kids mostly, pretend to be your favorite super hero under your clothes, just like Superman.
Unicorn Purse Female Unicorn Purse 1982-1984 It was a purse made out of a parachute material. It had a picture of a Unicorn's head on it. It was shapped like a small duffle bag. It came with a very small version of the purse that was a key-ring/change purse. They came in alot of different colors: blue, maroon, red, and the most popular- purple. They were very popular here in New Orleans. You could find them at the TG&Y stores.
Union Bay M Shorts past the knee in bright orange or yellow mid-eighties Shorts in bright colors, longer than knee length. Baggy, button up shirts worn untucked
Unisex shirts with diagonal flaps Both Clothing 198? ?
Units Female Clothes 1987 All knit clothing that could be mixed and matched. One piece could be used for a belt, tube top, or skirt.
Units, also Multiples by Sandra Garrett female mostly cotton/polyester knit separates 1980's to early 1990's Units was founded by Sandra Garrett of Texas based upon a fashion design school project. Units was controlled by others who eventually sold it to J.C. Penney. Meanwhile, Ms. Garrett tried again under the Multiples by Sandra Garrett label available in boutiques within Macy's. Neither label survived.
Unlaced Adidas hightops with the tongue hanging out Male Shoes 198? ?
Urban Cowboy Look Female Clothing 1981 (?) Urban Cowboy look -- wannabe cowboy inspired by John Travolta


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