With her head of bright red hair, lithe figure, and pouty lips, it’s no wonder she was the reigning teen sensation of the 80’s.
She flawlessly played poor little rich girl Claire in The Breakfast Club, and was secretly pining after the most popular guy in school as Samantha in Sixteen Candles. It was easy to relate to her character’s John Hughes-created troubles.
Never truly acknowledging herself as a teen queen, she viewed Hollywood and the fame she achieved from an outsider’s point of view, and never really understood what all the hype was about.
She was always just herself, from every red carpet interview to her one-of-a-kind outfit creations. She never tried to fit in or conform amongst the sea of spandex bodysuits that were all the rage during the decade. It was her unique personality and whimsical fashion choices that made her a star adored all around the world.
From dealing with boy issues to overcoming the high school caste system, we have all learned a lot about life from Ringwald. But we also learned how to do it all in style.
Playfully patterned rompers, menswear brogues, and electric blazers are not hard to find, as today’s designers are fully embracing the vivacious style of the decade.
Even updated basics brand American Apparel is bringing back numerous 80’s fads like hair scrunchies, clingy aerobics apparel, and neon windbreakers.
Thankfully, Ringwald defined a much more chic and longer lasting side of the bright and loud decade.
Take a look at these two Molly Ringwald-inspired looks that you can wear today.
