Like Sleepless and I, One And Done loves an opportunity to dress up. Throw in an 80s theme, and she’ll cream her acid washed jeans.
That said, when One And Done got invited to an 80s theme party, she immediately invited us and we immediately began preparing. We went shopping for some retro clothes and quickly came to the conclusion that there was no need to buy anything new or gently used because we had all we needed in our closets.
As we started to get ready, I couldn’t believe how long it was taking to crimp my hair. “I seriously do not know how people were on time to anything in the 80s,” I told Sleepless. About an hour later we were ready to go – until I looked in the mirror, “I just need a little more hairspray.” “I love that,” Sleepless replied.
When we made it to our destination the doorman immediately pointed us in the direction of the rest of the 80s clan, specifically One And Done. As is often the case, we were the only people dressed up for the ‘theme party.’ A few songs later we headed to a new destination where we knew our mini skirts, off the shoulder shirts and Body Glove dress from Contempo Casuals would be in good company. Or, Bad Company, should the 80s cover band chose to sing one of their songs – preferably ‘Feel Like Makin’ Love.’
By the time they were done with their set, one of the patrons had worked up the courage to approach Sleepless. “I’m single, I don’t have any kids and I’m not gay.” “Wow,” Sleepless replied and he continued. “I make eighty grand a year.” “Do you live with your parents?” I asked him. “No, and you have an afro,” he replied. “Successful 80s’ hair, check,” I thought to myself. “So, what do you bring to the table?” he asked Sleepless. And with that, we went from being lost in the 80s to being found in a bar with a guy who felt compelled to tell us his salary was in the 80s. Instead of telling him what she brought to the table, Sleepless did a 180 and, like so many 80s one-hit wonders, we quickly left The Safety Dance floor – just like so many 80s’ one-hit wonders.