Why did the 80s rock?
Because spandex, man. It's like, the ultimate symbol of freedom and self-expression. You could wear it as pants, as shorts, as a unitard... the possibilities were endless!
Some notable 80s Spandex Enthusiasts
Spandex in Modern Times
Is it still the answer? We don't know, but we do know that someone, somewhere, is wearing a pair of neon spandex pants as we speak.