Sincere Wu (second from left) and Rock Fang (centre) show off some 80s fashion. Photos: Bruce Yan/SCMP Neon clothes, cool music and lots of dancing its about time we revisited the 1980sBy Melanie Leung

Though you may not have been alive during the 1980s, you probably listen to hip hop, go to parties with a DJ and sing along to Sam Hui or Leslie Cheung classics.

The 80s were a golden period for performing arts, says Sheryl Lee, creative producer of Beats of 80s, a music spectacle which celebrates the decade.

All of Hong Kongs most representative artists, movies and music are from that period.

The 80s has never gone out of fashion, and we still see its influence all around us. If you see someone wearing a headband, high-waisted trousers or a pair of Vans, they are sporting some iconic 80s style. Here are four things we still enjoy from the decade.

And one, and two, and remember to breathe

You cant get any more 80s than a group of women working out in neon leotards and leg warmers.

Aerobics, which sort of falls half way between a dance and a gym session, is a great way to stay in shape. Thats why its still popular today.

Participants work out to music as an instructor leads the class. The exercise raises the heart rate and burns off fat.

Aerobics became popular with the introduction of Reeboks step board in the 80s, according to Sincere Wu, from Seasons Fitness.

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Dance the decade away