From sexy off-the shoulder to playful fringes, fashion from 1970’s is huge on the runways this year. Here are the top 70’s fashion trends we want in our wardrobe in 2017!
The runway collections exhibit a lot of 70s inspired pieces this year. The designers have given their seals of approval. We’ve moved back in time with fashion trends. Only they’re sexier and more wearable in contemporary settings. Let’s take a look at the best ones!
High Waist
Put your low waist shorts in the back of your closet. The high-rise trend is or a rise this year. Calling back one of 70s’ major trends to make a statement. Pair your high rise bottoms with a baggy crop top or a simple white tee with a long vest for a sophisticated yet casual look.
Image Credits: Dolce & Gabbana SS17 RTW
Off-the-Shoulder Tops & Dresses
Add a playful note to dresses, rompers and tops with off the shoulder style. Highlight your shoulders for a feminine look!
Bell Sleeves
With so many 70s fashion trend more popular than ever, it’s no surprise that we’re seeing bell sleeves again. From long and flared to short and cuffed, these fancy sleeves are sure to add some drama in your daily wear.
Fringes
Fringes have been a trend since last year, and they bring life to any boring outfit. A fun pair of fringe booties, a leather fringe mini skirt, a fringe jacket and a fringe sweather are some pieces you easily work around with.
Clogs and Platforms
These shoes are made for walking… at your workplace, during the weekend and even for night out. Dolce and Gabbana, Alexander McQueen, Gucci and several other designers have added clogs and platforms in their latest collections.
Patchwork/ Embroidered Pants and Jeans
Bring out the ultimate hippie in you with these patchwork denims. Or try embellished pants or embroidered jeans. Try this trend on denims, or DIY your own metallic sequins on a pair of denims to create a pattern. Make sure to keep the rest of your outfit minimal to tone down the look.
Christian Louboutin
Flared Jeans
There is a special kind of comfort wearing these flared jeans. The trend you never wanna stop loving! Pair to crop tops, tees and long coats.
Loose Curls and Natural Waves
Take a break from the flat straights and do it big and bold with curls. All you have to do is walk out in style with bouncy curls. Or go completely late 1970s with Meryl-Streep-like naturally wavy hair.
Oversized Ombre Sunglasses
These sunglasses are wardrobe must-haves this year. Select your own fashion favorite for every casual occasion – studded to tortoise, shell to round or square.
2017 is gonna be all about the updated 70s. Which one is your favorite out of all these 70s fashion trends? Let us know below!
Shazia Bargathullah is a regular freelance writer at ShilpaAhuja.com. She is also a fashion design graduate from iNIFD. Her journey started with a keen visual eye, an interest in styling and a passion for design. She has an expertise in modest fashion and writes about makeup tips, beauty trends and runway-inspired fashion ideas. She is also the author of the blog Devil Wears Parda. For comments and feedback, please email [email protected].