The Daily Record has journeyed back to the 1980s to put together a list of 10 appliances and objects that you would likely have had around the house during the decade.
The 1980s really weren’t all that long ago, but those who grew up in Scotland at the time will know that it feels like forever.
In the grand scheme of things, 40 years is no time at all. However, looking back at photos taken during the decade, it is clear that things were very different.
From the fashion to the television shows and movies that were popular at the time, it is funny to think about how much has changed since the 1980s. At the end of the day, though, the best way to learn about what life was really like back then is to look at the everyday objects and products people used.
The Daily Record has journeyed back to the 1980s to put together a list of some of the items and appliances you would have been likely to come across in a typical Scottish home. From bulky hi-fi systems to Care Bears, they are all certainly a blast from the past.
Whether you remember the 1980s in Scotland like it was yesterday, or weren’t around to see the decade for yourself and are keen to learn more, you are sure to get a kick out of this list. It might even make you appreciate the conveniences of modern life a bit more.
Here are 10 household objects you would likely have found in a Scottish home in the 1980s.
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