Fashion trends are always changing with time. Retro fashion has been popular in recent years, with different styles of the 70s and 80s making a huge comeback. The 70s and 80s were all about disco and the style choices at the time were a true reflection of it. High-fashion of that era has now been creating a buzz, making a serious case for the return of the 70s and 80s fashion back to the runway. Bell bottoms and crochet were among the most popular trends that came into being. These 10 fashion trends that revived 1970s and 80s are farfetched and groovy enough for some style inspiration for you all to follow all throughout the year.
Fashion Trends That Rocked The 70s And 80s And Still Going Strong
1. Bell Bottoms
Bell bottoms have a dramatic flared bottom which was popularised by hippies of the famous Woodstock Music Festival. Popularly seen with denims, this trend has gone far and wide, experimenting with different textures like corduroy, linens and so on. This retro style is back in a huge way and there is no way it is going anywhere anytime soon. Styling a pair of bell bottoms is easier than counting to 1, 2, 3! A formal pin striped coat or a basic white shirt is the best place to start to look like a fashionista.
2. Bell Sleeves
Continuing with the exaggerated flares are bell sleeves that get its name from the shape of a bell that is replicated on the ends of the sleeve. Peasant tops were some of the most popular styles of blouson tops and shirts which featured this dramatic sleeve style. Well, if there is one thing that definitely ups the style game for your bell bottoms, it is most certainly bell sleeves. A simple outfit can be all the more stylish with interesting silhouettes like bell sleeves that rocked the 70s and 80s fashion scene beautifully.
3. Denim Dresses
Denims were the sign of liberation and free spirit and back in the 70s and 80s, everyone had a denim dress. Let's be honest, we've all got a denim dress hidden somewhere too. Today's denim dresses are certainly more open to experimentation with exaggerated sleeves and asymmetric hem lengths among other styles. Stylish denim dresses are always a win and if you're ever confused about an outfit even for a last minute party, a denim dress is your answer.
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4. Satin Slip Dresses
Your comfy satin nighties now have a stylish makeover that you can totally head out in. Slip dresses were always seen as part of undergarments among the rich and famous until one day big fashion houses like Calvin Klein and Narciso Rodriquez changed the game. They successfully dressed the most famous supermodels in these slip dresses and completely transformed the way we look at these dresses altogether. This trend rocked till the late 90s in a huge way and is back with a bang as being one of the most delicate silhouettes that dresses the female body.
5. Halter Neckline
Disco fever was in full swing and there was no way you could go anywhere without being seen in a halter top. First seen on swimsuits, the trend gained popularity where women couldn't get enough of it for their night outs either. Halter neck crop tops and bodysuits were fun and flirty and that was a statement in itself. Today halter neck tops have a stylish look that usually feature a low neckline too.
6. Crochet
Unlike your grandmother's favourite knits, crochet was the perfect summery look that could channel your inner boho side exceptionally well. The granny square, as it was popularly called, became vogue in the early 70s and soon made its way to accessories and homeware as well. Over the past few years, crochet saw a bit of a renaissance with popular beach bikini tops making its way into fashion. However, it is when Christian Dior and Dolce and Gabbana laid it down on the ramp that really made this trend boom in a way it never imagined.
7. Fringes
Who said cowboys could have all the fun? The famous Western style sure makes an excellent boho addition to your wardrobe but it was the 70s and 80s when it first thrived. The Wild West vibe was strong during this decade and defined a major part of the street style of that time. Fabrics like suede and leather and different prints with fringes became popular among men and women, as seen on jackets and trousers. Today, we see the trend not just on clothes but on many accessories like bags and shoes as well. We reckon this trend is here to stay for another decade if not more, but hey; we're not complaining!
8. Dungarees
When men and women were not busy in the farm milking their cows, they were stylishly strutting down in dungarees and overalls. Jokes aside, these clothing pieces served multiple purposes, and has now become a wardrobe staple. Versatile in so many different ways, overalls can be worn with shirts, crop tops, bralettes - you name it! Overalls even got a stylish new makeover in the past years in the form of jumpsuits, which is perfect for the day and a night out.
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9. Over-The-Knee Boots
Ladies, are you even doing winter fashion right if you don't have a pair of over-the-knee boots in your collection? Over-the-knee boots or thigh-high boots were a major winter trend and we're not surprised why it is still going strong. Sweater dresses, jeans and all things wintery are the perfect outfits to pair your thigh-high boots with. Pop stars of the 70s and 80s popularised this trend for being the ultimate glam take on your regular boots and is here to stay even still.
10. Bra Tops
This risqué style was in fact one of the most popular styles of the 70s and 80s. It in fact originated back in the day. This style of tops today have given way to more body positive notions in society where women of all shapes, sizes and colours are seen donning this stylish trend. Perfect with high-waist pants, these tops are so easy to fall in love with.
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