50 Weird Trends Boomers Will Remember but Millennials Think Are a Joke

Ah, the age-old question: what do Boomers love that Millennials just don’t get? From bell bottoms to “I Love Lucy,” there are a lot of trends that can cause plenty of generational debate!

We decided to dive into 50 popular trends from the Boomer era that leave Millennials laughing out loud, and we think you’re gonna love it.

So put your feet up, crack open your favorite beverage, and join us as we explore why all those Millennial kids think their parents are crazy—and enjoy being part of something wonderful–the best generation in history!

#1. Sequined Top

Image Credit: Shutterstock / ShotPrime Studio

 

#2. Platforms Shoes

Image Credit: Shutterstock / Dean Drobot

 

#3. TV Dinners

Image Credit: Shutterstock / Monkey Business Images

#4. CD Player

Image Credit: Shutterstock / Antonio Jacome

 

#5. Floral Prints

Image Credit: Shutterstock / Ksana Durand

 

#6. Boom Box

Image Credit: Shutterstock / Roman Samborskyi

 

#7. The 80s Excess Make Up

Image Credit: Shutterstock / Olga Ekaterincheva

 

#8. Roller Skates

Image Credit: Shutterstock / Superlime

 

#9. Hippie Fashion

Image Credit: Shutterstock / Radharani

 

#10. Floppy Disk

Image Credit: Shutterstock / Antonio Jacome

 

#11. Bell Bottom Pants

Image Credit: Shutterstock / LightField Studios

 

#12. Pet Rocks

Image Credit: Shutterstock / txking

 

#13. Punk Style and Music 

Image Credit: Shutterstock / Kiselev Andrey Valerevich

 

#14. Bowl Haircut

Image Credit: Shutterstock / Playing Simon

 

#15. Classic Rock

Image Credit: Shutterstock / Dean Drobot

 

#16. Pearl Accessories

Image Credit: Shutterstock / YuliaPodlesnova


#17. Peasant Blouses

Image Credit: Shutterstock / corneliur


#18. Watching Cartoons

Image Credit: Shutterstock / AP Stock


#19. Boho Braids for Women

Image Credit: Shutterstock / Ekateryna Zubal


#20. Jogging Suits

Image Credit: Shutterstock / Benevolente82

 

#21. Waiting for the Phone 

Image Credit: Shutterstock / Krakenimages.com


#22. Neon Colors

Image Credit: Shutterstock / LoopAll


#23. Oversized Sun Glasses

Image Credit: Shutterstock / Fanny Packs


#24. Retro Style

Image Credit: Shutterstock / PeopleImages.com – Yuri A


#25. Mood Rings

Image Credit: Shutterstock / Shannon West

 

#26. Arcades

Image Credit: Shutterstock / Atmosphere1


#27. VHS Tapes

Image Credit: Shutterstock / Masson

 

#28. Preppy Style

Image Credit: Shutterstock / Roman Samborskyi

 

#29. High-Waisted Jeans

Image Credit: Shutterstock / o.przybysz

 

#30. Fishnet Fingerless Gloves

Image Credit: Shutterstock / Lab-Tech Imagery

 

#31. Pagers or Beepers

Image Credit: Shutterstock / AFS

 

#32. Afro Hairstyle

Image CreditL Shutterstock / Djomas


#33. Walk Man

Image Credit: Shutterstock / PeopleImages.com – Yuri A


#34. Polka Dots

Image Credit: Shutterstock / Lab-Tech Imagery


#35. Typewriters

Image Credit: Shutterstock / Oleg Kozlovskyy

 

#36. Anything Disco

Image Credit: Shutterstock / Master1305

 

#37. Animal Prints

Image Credit: Shutterstock / Roman Samborskyi

 

#38. Vinyl Records

Image Credit: Shutterstock / Max kegfire

 

#39. Hitchhiking

Image Credit: Shutterstock / Playing Simon

 

#40. Denim Everything

Image Credit: Shutterstock / goodluz


#41. Fine China

Image Credit: Shutterstock / N-Rod


#42. Encyclopedia Set

Image Credit: Shutterstock / Happy window


#43. Corduroy Jacket

Image Credit: Shutterstock / Studio Romantic


#44. Leotards and Workout Style

Image Credit: Shutterstock / Claudia K


#45. Shag Rugs

Image Credit: Shutterstock / Design gallery01

 

#46. Shoulder Padded Tops

Image Credit: Shutterstock / Angela Holmyard


#47. Atari

Image Credit: Shutterstock / seeshooteatrepeat


#48. Drive-In Movies

Image Credit: Shutterstock / BAZA Production


#49. Tupperware

Image Credit: Shutterstock / Kues


#50. Answering Machine 

Image Credit: Shutterstock / yodamclaren

 

A Fun Day Out

Image Credit: Shutterstock / AS photo family

In today’s world, we often face situations that challenge us to stand up for ourselves and push back against injustices. This is especially true for those with disabilities, who often fight for their fundamental rights in a world that doesn’t always accommodate their needs. She Was Told to Leave Her Wheelchair in the Wheelchair Bay and “WALK Onto the Ride.” So She Parked Herself in the Bay to Shed Light on This Guy’s Misinterpretation of the Rules

She Was Getting Married

Image Credit: Shutterstock / Roman Samborskyi

Weddings can be stressful enough without dealing with entitled family members who want to make demands. Unfortunately, Lily’s cousin is one of those people. Let’s find out how Lily dealt with her cousin. Her Entitled Cousin Invited Herself to the Wedding and Then Starting Dishing Out Her Demands. She Was in for a Rude Awakening!

She Had a Big Yard

Image Credit: Shutterstock / Maria Sbytova

Have you ever had a neighbor who thinks they’re entitled to your property because it’s adjacent to theirs? Well, Izzy sure has, and it’s not a pleasant experience. Let’s take a look at her situation. Her Nextdoor Neighbor Thought She Had the Right to Use Her Garden While She Was Away…

A Plastic Dream

Image Credit: Shutterstock / Dmytro Zinkevych

Heather, a 35-year-old plastic surgeon, was at the center of a family drama after snapping back at her aunt, who disparaged her profession. Her Aunt Thinks Her Career Is a Joke and Keeps Insulting Her, So She Finally Retaliated! Was She in the Wrong?

A Second Family Home

Image Credit: Shutterstock / MAYA LAB

A frustrated father recently asked Reddit for advice after he threw his son and future in-laws out of a house he was paying for when they uninvited the family from their wedding. Here is the whole story. Dad Threw Out His Son and Future In-Laws After They Uninvited His Family from the Wedding

The post 50 Weird Trends Boomers Will Remember But Millennials Think Are a Joke first appeared on Mama Say What?!

Featured Image Credit: Shutterstock / file404.

+ posts