That's So Retro: 70's Inspired Looks

Confession time: We at Vignettes are a bit obsessed with the 70's. The music, the clothes, the decor- take a look around our store and you will find that we're constantly taking cues from the decade of disco. While we'll happily admit that the zippered jumpsuit should always remain a relic of days gone by, we're also excited to see several old trends resurfacing in refreshed form. Just as they were 40 years ago, our pants are wider, our shorts are shorter, and our platforms are higher- and we couldn't be more pleased. To help you embrace the return of retro without retrogressing, we've assembled a few looks that not only incorporate 70's style, but are totally wearable on an everyday basis. Check it out!

1. Palazzo Pants- A throwback to the drama of the bell-bottom pant, these flowing wide-leg pants are so fab. Boasting bold stripes and floral prints, they're sure to catch anyone's eye as you strut down the street. To accentuate the high-waisted look we chose cropped tops with lace and crochet detail to soften the look, and accessorized with bold jewelry to add playfulness. Take your outfit to new heights with a pair of sky-high platforms, perfectly topping off this on-trend look! 

2. Bohemian- Find your zen within and become the haute hippie you are inside (and maybe once were back in the day). The updated boho chic look is all about tiny florals, earthy tones, and delicate details. We took two approaches: a flowing maxi with greens, oranges, and browns, and a loose floral-print peasant blouse with faded denim shorts. Note the beaded jewelry, which incorporates natural materials and adds strands of color, as well as the crochet detailing on the blouse and the shorts. These elements give the outfits a relaxed look without screaming Woodstock, making it easy to embrace your flower child spirit any day of the week.

3. Hot Pants- We wear short shorts! Every generation of girls has enjoyed showing a little leg, but recently styles have turned back to a 70s silhouette- short, fitted, and with the classic high-waist. We gravitate towards shorts with punchy colors, such as orange, or with a retro rainbow stripe. Try mixing textures (like linen and lace) or pairing solid shorts with something unexpected, like this cool Southern and City fringe and floral jacket. When it comes to jewelry, play up the fun of the outfit with chunky necklaces and sparkly bracelets. With this look, you'll look and feel worthy of the front cover of the yearbook!

To try on any of these looks, stop by Vignettes to check out our collection of 70s-inspired clothing!

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