It's quite amazing to think about what life was like in the 1980s and how much has changed since then. Especially since the '80s were not all that long ago, relatively speaking. They were only 40 or so years ago, which, in the grand scheme of things, is not a very long time. In that relatively short amount of time, though, everything from fashion and celebrities to games and toys has changed a whole lot. Things have evolved in crazy ways since the 1980s, and it's pretty neat to look back on that. Time is strange, and it effects every aspect of the world.

The 80s were an unforgettable and truly iconic decade, and everyone should take the time to learn about it. There are thousands of moments and hundreds of people who shaped the 1980s into what it is known for today. The impacts the 80s have had on the world and society have been dramatic. The 1980s were influential to the modern era and there are plenary of moments, people, and gadgets from this time that still have an impact on the world.

The web is full of historical images from all time periods. Everything in the 1980s has been recorded for everyone to see now. So, for those who want to look back and feel nostalgic for the 1980s or for people who just want to see what it was like, here are 25 images from the 1980s to consider.