When thinking about the past, there are certainly some decades that stand out the most. Things have changed a whole lot over the past 40 or so years. It is pretty crazy to think about how drastically everything has evolved and changed in such a relatively short amount of time. The '80s are one of those special decades that folks remember for being iconic, fun, and memorable for many reasons.

To be more exact, 1985 was a year to remark upon. This year was marked by so many major pop culture moments. There were so many concerts to go to with all of the rising artists and bands. There was a rise in technology with the release of Windows 1.0, and there was so much more that was new in the media and in the world. 1985 created many moments and memories to last a lifetime.

All in all, 1985 was an iconic and special year that brought about so many fond memories, important people, and other classic moments. Here are 25 images showcasing what life was like in 1985.