Posts Tagged ‘70s clothes’

Todays fashion catwalk inspired by 70s outfits

Thursday, August 25th, 2011

Influences from the 1970s dress can easily be seen on today’s model runways, through the coming fall looks inspired by Halston and Saint Laurent, and other fashion leaders like Rosita and Missoni. There were appreciative catwalk comments from a gathering of personalities — Bianca Jagger and Jacqueline Onassis stylists among them — whose sleek styles have been lavishly described in journals of that period.

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We have enjoyed the ’70s time and again in more recent years, but the latest recreations seem to have an extra sparkle about them. Four of the top designers were there to remind us of the big bow dresses, flared pants and maxi-skirts.

Alicia Drake writes in her book “The Beautiful Fall,” a well read publication of the day, as a time of freedom and an escape from convention, striking a romantic vision of 70s fashions. People of the time were edgy in their lifestyle, “but there was wonder in their hedonism,” a top fashion writer in Paris at the time, told the press in 2006. Sherin, the fashion controller of Saks Fifth Avenue, thought youngsters of today now may look back in admiration on a culture of fashion and party animals.

Dressing outside the box in the 70s

Saturday, August 13th, 2011

The 1970s was a time of bright and colorful fashion. It was also an era where women were finally allowed to think outside of the box, fashion-wise, and create images that would never been allowed just ten years prior to that decade. Dresses in the 1970s were just as diverse and colorful as the era that they resided in. Popstars from the United Kingdom to the United States, celebrities and even politicians wore the beautiful dresses of the 70s and created their own trends within each style.

70s Magazine Advertisement in Japan

The 1970s was begun with the introduction of mini-skirts, bell-bottom pants and high-waisted belts. Also introduced during this period were sweaters, feathered hairstyles and knee-grazing boots. It was the dresses of this period that people remember fawning over, however, whether it was the outlandish outfits of Cher or the day-to-day glamor of the average girl, they had a character all their own. The jersey wrap dress became famous during this time period. It was and still is a great style, perfect for a professional dinner but able to double for a night on the town or hitting a club. The other positive factor of this dress that made is extremely popular was that it flattered every woman’s body type. It made skinny women appear to have curves and curvy women appear slightly thinner.

Tube dresses were also immensely popular during the seventies, as were maxi-dresses. This is a trend that has made a comeback today. The long, flowing maxi dresses were a perfect match for the hippie-aura of the 70s, one that screamed ‘chill.’ Tube top dresses with fluttery sheer sleeves or tie-up blouses on top were all the rage, too. Form fitting dresses with short sleeves and button-up fronts were wildly popular. These had a long skirt, one that stretched down to the lady’s feet, and were often inlaid with a pattern of stripes, polka dots and so forth.

Celebrities were frequently seen wearing short dresses, preferably back, with long sleeved blouses underneath, the likes of which buttoned up but were left loose, as was the style. These were commonly worn with black or white nylons and platform pumps. Rayon wrap dresses were very popular as well, looking both fashionable at the time and relaxed. The styles of the 1970s were diverse. Today this is reflected in the range of 70s fancy dress abundantly seen online at costumes stores.

70s Fancy Dress for Women

Monday, May 16th, 2011

Oldies costume parties are becoming more and more popular. If you have been luckily invited to one, you should begin searching for a 70s fancy dress that best flatters your body shape and style. Here are some tips on how to pick a 70s fancy dress and what to look for.

70s Pop Culture
70s was the era of disco music and the Rockie Horror Picture Show. Style icons of the time include Carole King, Jim Croce, ABBA, and Elton John. Some of the popular 70s disco songs that you may still hear today include Bee Gee’s “Stayin’ Alive,” KC and the Sunshine Band’s “Get Down Here Tonight,” and Thelma Houston’s “Don’t Leave Me This Way.” TV shows that are popular in the 70s are M*A*S*H, Mary Tyler Moore Show, and Taxi.

70s Style and Fashion
Since discos and the funk music were extremely prominent in the 70s, most people enjoyed clothing designs that were over the top. For example, people would happily wear mohawks and leopard print shirts. It was also not uncommon to see men with white three-piece suites and shimmery shirts. Women, on the other hand, endorsed white go-go boots and tight dresses or flare pants. At the same time, hippie style was also very popular among the younger generation in the 70s. That entailed maxi skirts, frayed jeans and tie-dye shirts.

What to Wear to a 70s Fancy Dress Costume Party
With the help of some key items, you will be able to create an authentic 70s fancy dress that can impress your friends at the party. If you are going for a disco look, a pair of white go-go boots with a high platform is essential for your outfit. For your 70s fancy dress, then, you should aim for a short dress that features a psychedelic prints, coupled with a matching hair band. Feel free to put on big accessories, such as thick gold bangles and necklace. Another way to look good in a 70s costume is to wear a jumpsuit created with flared legs. Note that the jumpsuit has to be vividly coloured with distinctive designs. You may go wild with the makeup to accompany the vibrant colors on your costume.

Accessories
While statement jewelries are essential to an essential 70s costume, you may also need a mod blonde wig or a black flip wig. Colorful plastic-rimmed glasses are also another must-have for a total look that exudes fun and authenticity.