1985 Mugs
Description: Step back in time with this classic birthday design, inspired by the charm of the good old days. Featuring elegant retro typography, timeless colors, and nostalgic flair, this design is perfect for anyone who loves a touch of the past on their special day. Whether you're celebrating a milestone birthday or just embracing vintage style, this look brings warmth, character, and a whole lot of old-school cool.
Description: A quirky, vintage-inspired artwork featuring a massive green cartoon lizard lounging casually while holding a red-and-white-striped beverage. The lizard’s yellow claws and sly grin add playful menace, as its long tail wraps around the text “Big Lizard in My Backyard” in bold red letters. The background features a muted yellow sky and a simple suburban fence, contrasting the absurdity of the giant reptile. This punk rock–themed design reflects The Dead Milkmen’s satirical and humorous style, perfectly capturing the offbeat energy of their 1985 debut album.
Description: The very real building that stood in for the fictional Uneeda Medical Supply in 1985's Return of the Living Dead is located at 698 Moulton Avenue near Downtown Los Angeles. The movie took place in Louisville, Kentucky, but was shot in L.A. and you can still visit the location today, though the building is pretty much abandoned, and looks a lot worse for wear.
Description: "Once, long ago", the ancient Lord of Darkness laments his isolation in the shadows before sensing the presence of two unicorns who safeguard the Power of Light. Darkness Blix and his fellow goblins to kill the unicorns and bring him their horns so he can roam the world freely after it becomes an eternal night of cold darkness. What is light without dark?
Description: Goldie Wilson was the Mayor of the town of Hill Valley in 1985 and had held the position since 1977. His 1985 re-election campaign ads promised more jobs, better education, bigger civic improvements, and lower taxes. His campaign slogan was simply "Honesty / Decency / Integrity." Goldie was actually the mayor's nickname, as he had a prominent gold tooth. Back in 1955, Goldie was a young busboy working at Lou's Cafe when he told a customer, "you wait and see, Mr. Carruthers. I will be mayor; I'll be the most powerful man in Hill Valley, and I'm gonna clean up this town!"
Description: Check your ego at the door and celebrate the greatest vocal collaboration in history with this original USA For Africa style caricature. Illustrated by cartoonist Gene (Gwiz) Williams and originally published in Rock Video Magazine in 1985, this massive ensemble features over 40 hand-drawn 80s music legends. From the King of Pop and The Boss to Cyndi Lauper and Lionel Richie, this hand-drawn masterpiece captures the energy of the 'We Are The World' recording sessions. A must-have for fans of vintage 80s music, retro pop culture, and the golden age of MTV. The perfect gift for music lovers and collectors of rock and roll history!
