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Blast from the past | The ultimate nostalgia throwbacks
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Take a trip down memory lane with this ultimate nostalgic list of throwback favourites from the 80s and 90s 🇨🇦 . From classic toys and retro TV shows to the fashion trends and snacks we all loved.
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Snacks & Drinks
 
Clothing & Accessories
 
Toys & Games

TV & Movies

 
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Cory Matthews grew up before our eyes, navigating school, friendships, love, and life lessons with his best friend Shawn, love interest Topanga, and wise teacher Mr. Feeny
Boy Meets World
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Based on R.L. Stine’s book series, this show brought kid-friendly horror to TV with creepy twists and eerie storylines that kept us on the edge of our seat
Goosebumps
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This movie is packed with humor, unforgettable moments, and a timeless message about seizing the day. Whether you’re reminiscing about the good old days or seeing it for the first time, Ferris Bueller’s Day Off is the perfect reminder that sometimes,...
Ferris Bueller's Day Off
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A beloved cult classic that follows a group of misfit kids on a treasure hunt to save their homes from foreclosure. Led by Mikey and his ragtag crew of friends, the Goonies set out to uncover the legendary treasure of pirate One-Eyed Willie, encounte...
The Goonies
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What starts as a simple night of babysitting turns into an unforgettable adventure for Chris and the kids when they get caught in a series of wild, unexpected situations. Full of laughs, chaos, and heart, Adventures in Babysitting is a classic 80s fi...
Adventures In Babysitting
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One of my all time favourite movies growing up as a kid
The Wizard
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I cannot tell you how many times I watched the original grease as a kid
Grease [Blu-ray]
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Dinosaurs remains a nostalgic favorite for those who grew up in the ‘90s. And ‘not the mama!’ will always be a catchphrase we can’t forget!
Dinosaurs
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Snacks & Drinks

 
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One of my all time fave lunch snacks as a kid
DUNKAROOS
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Warheads are the ultimate sour and Mike and Ike’s are a classic sweet treat
War-heads & Mike & Ike’s
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These were a huge hit with us kids growing up. Discontinued in 1998
Orbitz
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These enormous jawbreakers were probably the reason I had so many cavities as a kid
Jawbreakers
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The ultimate bubble gum , grape flavour was my fave
Big League Chew Original 12 Pouch Case
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These lunch gummies were in a lot of lunch bags back in the day. There’s a package available for $1200 on eBay if anyone’s interested hahahaha
Soda Licious Slammin' Soda Fruit Snack
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Clothing & Accessories

 
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They are making a comeback .. will you go back in time ?
ADIDAS tearaway Pants
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I had this exact raptors pullover as a youth . If you ever come across one they sell for decent money online
Starter Jacket
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I didn’t know a girl who didn’t wear one back in the day
Mood rings
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Big hit in the early 2000s… If I remember correctly
Choker Necklaces
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What I remember most about these is how much they hurt to step on
Butterfly clips
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Plastered all over notebooks , mirrors lockers , you name it
Lisa Frank Everything
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We thought this was so cool… I did anyways lol
Heat reactive clothing
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Blasted through quite a few pairs of these as a kid
Gelly sandals
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If you didn’t have them as a kid you definitely admired them
LA Gear Light up shoes
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Toys & Games

 
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I was and still am a master at Super Mario
Original NES Nintendo System Console
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Many hours of sonic played
Sega Genesis
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Don’t lie.. did you keep your alive ?
Tamagotchi
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I was a champ at this
Rock 'Em Sock 'Em Robots
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This game used to scare the **** out of me as a pre teen
Vintage Nightmare The Video Board Game 1991 VHS Horror COMPLETE Retro Incomplete
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This game would be hilarious to play now 🤣
Electronic Dream Phone Board Game
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I still have my set if anyone wants to go
90's Pogs & SLAMMERS
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