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THE UNIVERSITY HAIRY KANSAN
WEDNESDAY FERUARY 14 2007
Dancers take to the stage during the NEON dance party Thursday night at the Bottleneck, 737 New Hampshire. The Neon dance party is an ongoing event on Thursday nights and is open to those 18 and older.
The Bottleneck brings back the fun trends and tunes that just won't go away
Jon Goering/KANSAN
BY JACQUE LUMSDEN
Many may have thought, or once hoped, they retired their leggings forever. Recent trends, however, are climbing into the attic, retrieving childhood clothing, and begging for a little more stretch. This comeback is one of many 80s crazes that is sweeping the nation. Leggings, large headbands, chunky shoes and big
earrings have made their way into wardrobes on campus.
The '80s-style effects on current outfits may only apply to minor details and accessories for many college students. However, there is one place in Lawrence where scrunchies, side ponytails and fluorescent colors fit right in. The Bottleneck, 737 New Hampshire, features a time warp back to the '80s
every Thursday night
The bright lights, loud music and social environment make the party known as Neon, a hot spot on any Thursday night.
The fun outfits combined with old school dance moves set the party apart from any other venue in Lawrence on Thursday night.
because I never know who really is going to show up" she said. Although Slater enjoys Neon, dressing in "80s style clothing does not really appeal to her. She said many others at Neon did dress to match the theme.
The large crowd of people found at the center of the dance floor make '80s night a fun time. Ben Potter, a door man at the Bottleneck, said Thursday was one of the busiest nights at the nightclub, second only to big-name concerts.
"My friends dressed up once, but we had also been at an 80s dance party before attending Neon," she said.
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"Most people coming to Neon come exclusively for Neon, and not to many shows." Potter said. Aimee Slater, Shawnee Mission sophomore, described Neon as "a place to see a lot of people outside of the school environment."
Whether Neon calls for '80s music and dance fans to raid thrift stores at the last minute or for little effort from those who bring the flair to their daily wardrobe. Thursdaysnights at the Bottleneck is the place for those who love the flashback party.
She likes to spend Thursday evenings with her school friends, just dancing and having a good time.
Slater enjoys Neon for the music and the atmosphere of the Bottleneck as well. "It is fun seeing all my friends,
Just when you thought the time had come to throw away your Cyn迪 Lauper cassettes and purple leggings, it is actually time to bust them out.
Kansan correspondent Jacque Lumsden can be contacted at editor@kansan.com.
Edited by Katie Sullivan
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The OJ blasts music as people dance Thursday night at the Bottleneck. 737 New Hampshire, the music at the NEON Dance Party is primarily from the late '70s to the early '90s.
The '805 is the theme at the Neon dance party Thursday night at the Bottleneck, 373 New Hampshire. The dance party runs every Wednesday from 10 a.m. until the bars close at 2 a.m.
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