Shoulder pads were all the rage in the '80s, and then the craze fizzled out as we transitioned into the next decade. However, in the last few months they’ve been making a slow comeback and looking completely revamped. These 15 ridiculous shoulder pads are far from resembling the ones you're used to.
The gallery features everything from road warrior bikini fashion to Spock ear shoulder pads. These crazy creations are sure to leave you scratching your head.
15 Ridiculous Shoulder Pads
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Glitterized Shoulder Pads
The Rachel Freire AW10 Collection is Handmade Fierceness
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Road Warrior Bikini Fashion
Wilfredo Alexander Channels Mad Max for His Wilhelmina FW 2010 Shoot
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Shoulder Chains
Multi-Chain Metal Epaulets are Shoulder Pads With Style
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Spiked Shoulder Fashion
UAE Based Designer Qasimi Pokes Onlookers
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Chained Galactic Shoulder Pads
'Let's Party' in Numero Japan Blends Sci-Fi Style & Rocker Fashion
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Furry Shoulder Pads
Jason Kibbler Showcases 'The New Fur' in Vogue China
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Slicked-Back Silhouettes
Heidi Mount Rocks Sultry Snakeskin Pants in this Hedi Slimane Shoot
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Spike Skirts
Dazed and Confused Brings Back the Styles of the 80s
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Crystal Cluster Shoulder Pads
The Louise Amstrup S/S 2010 Collection Looks Threatening
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Spock Ear Shoulders
'Street 15' in Vogue Korea Blends Shoulder Pads & Futuristic Silhouettes
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Pointy Shoulder Pads
Marie Claire Italia April 2010 Shows Masculine Sportswear
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Fashionable Football Editorials
'Wild Cats' in Vogue Korea April is an All-American Treat
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Feathered Shoulder Pads
The Heather Marks Vogue Mexico Editorial is Uniquely Rebellious
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Human Hair Shoulder Pads
The Holly Russell Collection is Buzzworthy
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Denim Shoulder Pads
Keira Knightley in W Magazine
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