Hair Styles
This popular style of the ’80s gave the wearer lasting curls, though many would note it also comes with a distinctive chemical smell.
What is a perm? The world’s first perm was performed in 1906 by a German hairdresser in London.
Home Depot, founded in 1978 by Bernie Marcus and Arthur Blank, is associated with this bright hue.
What is orange? In fact, the hue is so distinctive that it is part of their trademark.
An innovation in motoring, the Prius was introduced by this automaker in 1997.
What is Toyota? Although not the first hybrid car, it was the first to be practical for mass production and changed the game for automakers.
This artist had the first single to debut at No. 1 on Billboard’s Hot 100 list. The hit song was “You Are Not Alone.”
Who is Michael Jackson? The song debuted on September 2, 1995.
This book includes Arthur Dent, Galactic president Zaphod Beeblebrox, and Beeblebrox’s cousin, Ford Prefect.
What is The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy? The novel was published in 1979.
Although often associated with Ginger Rogers, this dancing legend married Robyn Smith on June 24, 1980.
Who is Fred Astaire? When they wed, Astaire was 81 and Smith was 35.
Named for a messenger boy of old, this short hairstyle was popular with women in the ’60s and ’70s.
What is a pageboy? One of the most iconic pageboys is sported by Vogue editor-in-chief Anna Wintour.
This green-and-white branded coffee chain first opened in Seattle’s Pike Place Market.
What is Starbucks? The trademark green was adopted as the brand’s uniform color in 1987.
In 1991, Congress passed a law requiring automakers to install these devices on both sides of the front seats of all vehicles.
What are airbags? The act went into effect in 1998 and aimed to protect drivers and passengers.
This nation was No. 1 in the world for population in 1970, with a total of 822,534,450 people.
What is China? The ’70s were a period of rapid population growth across the globe.
This story of a family’s history includes Kunta Kinte and his parents, Omoro and Binta Kinte.
What is Roots? The book remains popular for its moving themes and has been adapted to television twice, in 1977 and 2016.
In January 1981, Davy Jones of this British band married Anita Pollinger.
Who are the Monkees? The wedding was the second for Jones, and the pair remained together until a divorce in 1996.
Named for an Indigenous people of North America, this partially shaved cut with a spiky center strip is associated with punk rock and was popular in the ’90s.
What is a mohawk? The style is seen as rebellious and has a complicated history.
This beverage company has used a logo with red-and-white cursive lettering since 1891.
What is Coca-Cola? In 1886, the brand started with a simple, black typeface logo in all caps, a far cry from today’s widely recognized font.
Due to emissions concerns, by 1975 all cars were required to have this type of converter.
What is a catalytic converter? Prototypes for this converter date back as far as 19th-century France.
Called “The King” of NASCAR for good reason, he won the Premier Series seven times, including five wins in the ’70s.
Who is Richard Petty? Petty’s impressive career included 200 wins.
Before it was a summer blockbuster, this nail-biter of a novel introduced us to Chief Martin Brody, Hooper, Quint, and first victim Chrissie Watkins.
What is Jaws? The 1974 thriller novel was so popular that it was adapted to film in 1975.
On March 29, 1980, Cherie Booth married this future U.K. prime minister.
Who is Tony Blair? The pair have four children together.
Stemming from military haircuts, this type of fade was popular in the ’80s and ’90s, especially for men.
What is a hi-top fade? The cut was a popular look for hip-hop and R&B artists.
This online retail giant is recognized by its black-and-orange logo, part of which resembles a smiley face.
What is Amazon? The company was founded as a bookshop before expanding to sell much more.
In 1992, Mauro Del Signore patented an electromagnetic device to assist drivers with this maneuver, even in tight spaces.
What is parking? The electromagnetic parking sensor helps detect obstructions in the path of a parking car.
On September 22, 1991, her memoir topped the New York Times Best Sellers list. Many wondered if it would include information on her birth in Hartford or her appearance in The African Queen.
Who is Katharine Hepburn? She titled the memoir simply Me: Stories of My Life.
This novel is based on a true story and includes Paul and Norman Maclean.
What is A River Runs Through It? The story of Norman Maclean’s childhood in Missoula, Montana, takes place in the 1930s.
On November 26, 1981, Cicely Tyson married this iconic jazz trumpeter.
Who is Miles Davis? A few months after the wedding, he suffered a stroke but was able to recover well and continue touring.
This shaggy, shoulder-length bob hairstyle is named for a character on the TV show Friends who sported the cut throughout the ’90s.
What is “The Rachel”? It is estimated that around 11 million people have gotten the Rachel haircut since it debuted in 1994.
This delivery brand began operating in the 1970s; its easily recognizable logo stands out with purple and orange colors.
What is FedEx (or Federal Express)? It began operations in 1973 in Memphis, Tennessee.
In 1987, the Lincoln Town Car became the first to be equipped with this music-playing device.
What is a CD player? The cars were advertised as having concert hall–like sound quality.
The No. 1 NFL draft pick in 1978 was this running back, who played for the Houston Oilers and New Orleans Saints.
Who is Earl Campbell? Campbell’s career included five Pro Bowls and 74 touchdowns.
This Kazuo Ishiguro masterpiece includes a butler named Stevens, housekeeper Miss Kenton, Lord Darlington, and his successor, Mr. John Farraday.
What is The Remains of the Day? The novel centers on a butler reminiscing about the adventures of his career.
Marcia, Marcia, Marcia! On March 16, 1985, this actress wed Michael Cummings.
Who is Maureen McCormick? She is best known for playing Marcia Brady on The Brady Bunch, of course.
Hair clips shaped like these flying insects were a popular accessory for many ’90s hairdos, a trend that seems to be coming back in recent years.
What are butterflies? Butterfly clips of the ’90s were often brightly colored or glittery.
Opened in the early ’90s, Bath & Body Works’ signature colors are pink, white, and this cool shade.
What is blue? The first store opened in Cambridge, Massachusetts, in 1990.
In 1981, McLaren created the first carbon fiber race car and revolutionized this type of racing.
What is Formula One? The light material took years of development for McLaren and a team of scientists to perfect.
This college’s Wolfpack, led by Coach Valvano, won the 1983 NCAA tournament.
What is North Carolina State? The winning shot, right at the buzzer, was by Lorenzo Charles.
High schoolers Sue Snell, Tommy Ross, and Chris Hargensen are all supporting characters in this frightening novel that is named after the main character.
What is Carrie? The novel centers around a supernaturally gifted teen in Maine.
In 1985, this director of Goodfellas and Taxi Driver married producer Barbara De Fina.
Who is Martin Scorsese? Scorsese grew up in the Little Italy section of Manhattan and later described it as being “like a village in Sicily.”