.This was the time that marked the beginning of moving away from conservative dressing and bringing in the element of rebellion
There was literally an explosion of bright colors and prints which dominated most parts of the decade. 70s were harbingers of some of the most famous trends of all times, some of which are being followed even to this date and still look as new and fresh as ever. In fact this is one of the fashion era's which we keep revisiting for inspiration.
One of the most predominant fashion trend in the 1970s was that both men and women wore clothes that were tight and fitted to the body. Flare in pants were almost gone and by late 70s the pant suit, track suit and leisure suit were in vogue.Both men and women were seen flaunting very tight fitted pants and platform shoes.
Polyester was a very famous fabric that was widely used during this period.Skirts became very popular among women and they were worn in various lengths ranging from the miniskirts to the midis, ankle length and then the long ones. Tie and dye shirts, peasant blouses and patchwork vests also gained popularity.
1970's also introduced the popular hot pants which were very tiny tight shorts that became a rage among young women and girls.Other popular trends for women were the wrap up Jersey dresses, low cut pants worn with high cut boots, cowl necks and a lot of bling on the outfits that was the result of the popularity of the disco culture.
The balloon pants were also very famous and were equally popular among both men and women.These pants were tight and revealing till the knee below which they were flared.Jumpsuits were another popular unisex trend that came into vogue in the mid seventies and were generally tailored in shimmering fabrics with the use of a lot of sequins and bright colors.
The seventies also marked the popularity of prints like paisley, polka dots, stripes and checks which were incorporated in both men and womens fashion. For men this era marked the return of three piece suits but mostly without a tie and were worn with wide collared shirts.T shirts were also extremely popular.
Vibrant, rebellious , stylish and extravagant - these words effectively summarize the fashion trends in the 1970s. Most of the trends of the era are almost eternal as some of them have made way to our wardrobes even now in a restyled form.
