Think about it. If human beings are vertically aligned, why in the world would they want to sleep in a round bed?! It seems nobody thought of this back in 1968 when round beds made their debut in the home design scene. Thankfully, they only lasted a few decades.
If you want to use a round bed as a groovy-looking furniture piece in the living room, go for it. But when it comes to your bedroom and sleeping comfortably, stick to your run-of-the-mill, king-sized, rectangular bed.
Plastic Tablecloths Are Unsanitary
The printed plastic tablecloths that were a huge hit in the 1980s are definitely a thing of the past. Not only do they look cheap, but they're also quite unsanitary. Even if you need something for easy cleanup for a backyard barbecue, you're better off using a linen fabric.
Linen looks better, feels nicer, and is certainly much classier than having a piece of plastic over your table. Plus, it's just far better for the environment. You can reuse linen cloth for years, all you have to do is throw it in the washer after a meal.
Beaded Lamps Are Archaic
Having their origins in the 1970s, it makes sense that beaded lamps are quite outdated today. Yes, we get it, they may look classic and beautiful, but they're just not practical for a modern-day house. They're simply too adorned and make a space feel cluttered and a bit chaotic.
Besides, we seriously doubt you want to hear the beads jingle every time you stretch your hand to turn off your bedside lamp.
The Shiny Gold Fittings That Ruined Bathrooms
The early '90s were all about shiny things - flashy brass faucets, hardware, and light fixtures adorned nearly every bathroom. But unless you're a king or actually live in a palace, having a bathroom covered in shiny gold fittings looks very tacky.
So do yourself a favor, realize you're not royalty, and opt for a cleaner, more modern look.
The Outrageous Novelty Phones
Before smartphones took over the market, there were novelty phones. We must admit that these are the epitome of '80s nostalgia, since they take us back to classic teen sitcoms of the time, like 'Full House'.
Novelty phones were basically a household staple back in the crazy eighties, and there was a wide selection of themes to choose from. Everything from lips to cartoon characters, to food items made talking on the phone a delightful experience. But as home decor? We couldn't think of anything tackier.