Do You Remember These ’80s Fads?

Half the enjoyment of living through a decade is looking back at it later, whether it’s with a nostalgic or jaundiced eye, and the ’80s provided their fair share of fodder. Yes, there were important advances in medicine and technology. There were global shake-ups, losses, and victories.

But if we’re honest, much of the fun lies in remembering the cultural milestones embodied in less momentous matters, such as …