15 70s-Inspired Outfits To Get Your Groove On

Are you in the market for some retro fashion? If so, here are the most stunning and funky 70s outfits so you can get your groove on.

70s-inspired disco outfits will always be in vogue, whether its obvious or not. Fashion trends have a funny way of always coming back around. If you have any family members or friends who were around during the 70s, these trends will be familiar to them – think high-waisted flare pants, bohemian-print tops, flowy dresses, floral clothing, halter necks, and chunky boots. 

While disco became popular, so did bohemian fashion. The inspiration in this music scene was hippy, groovy clothing that involved floral tops, jumpsuits, long cardigans, circle sunglasses, bead necklaces, and chunky boots. Though this style isn’t for everything, some of the silhouettes, like flared pants, can be extremely flattering.

To help you envision how to style yourself for the 70s – we compiled a list of 15 70s-inspired outfits.

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1. Flowy Dress

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Flowy dresses in this silhouette were all the rage in the 70s. They play into the easy-breezy lifestyle and were perfect for parties and music festivals – and the same goes for now.

Even if not in a bold pattern like this, the same silhouette would work perfectly for an outdoor event during the summer months like a picnic or concert.

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2. Ombre Shades

Sunglasses were BIG in the 70s. People loved to make a statement with colored lenses – something which was still all the rage.

A pair of big ombre glasses like these can add an extra element of power to an outfit – and because they aren’t blacked out can be worn during dull days too.

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3. Bell Bottom Jeans

Bell bottom jeans are another trend from the 70s which is still apparent today. The flower detail here is bold, and certainly not one for everyone, but even without this would be a fantastic denim piece to invest in.

This is a great way to add some shape to your silhouette for those who are rectangle-shaped.

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4. Flared Pants

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Flared pants are extremely flattering for all body shapes. They are fitted on top and flare out from the calf into a flow style. In a satin fabric, these can be a great dressy option for a formal event if you don’t wish to wear a dress.

Keep your top fitted or cropped for it not to look frumpy.

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5. Romper

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A romper is a piece that is often dismissed in chic dressing, but this can be styled to look cute and elegant.

This one is a bit more funky, but it can be styled to be in line with your style.

A fitted corduroy romper with a long coat and chunky boots is the perfect fall transitional outfit for all the chic ladies.

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6. Crochet Knit

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Crochet is another underrated style element and is usually reserved for summer and beachwear pieces.

Crochet comes in many styles, from dainty beachy pieces to thick, close-knits like this.

This multicolor crochet style knit would go perfectly with a pair of white or classic denim jeans, a long coat, and boots for the winter.

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7. Corduroy Pants

Corduroy pants are a wonderful piece for the fall and winter months because they are a thick, soft, almost velvet-like material.

They come in many bold colors like this stunning berry shade which would work for any formal or casual occasions.

Pair this with a button-down or sweater for work, or a crop top like this for a fun day out.

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8. Co-ord Set

One 70s-inspired element might be too different from the other pieces you have in your closet, so instead you can go for a matching set which takes the guesswork out of styling.

Incorporating different elements doesn’t mean forgetting your style, so if a pair of tall sleek boots is what you’d usually wear with a set, go for that.

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9. Multicolored Pants

Fun pants are Gen Z’s answer to the millennial “fun top”. A pair of sparkly or multicolored pants in a fun pattern like this are funky, and so reminiscent of the disco era.

Keep the rest of your accessories toned down to avoid looking too busy – like a pair of simple boots and a block color top.

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10. Platform Boots

Chunky platform boots are very 70s but also super comfortable and a staple everyone should have in their closet.

Luxury brands like Versace and Valentino Garavani are bringing the platform back in a big way, and we’re likely to see even more in the coming seasons.

If boots feel too statement, go for a pair of platform heels instead.

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11. Bold Prints

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Bold prints are a vast contrast from the now popular quiet luxury, minimal trends. If a whole printed outfit feels too far, go for a fun printed button-down to pair with black slacks or classic blue jeans.

Break up the outfit with a chunky belt and structured coat over top.

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12. Wide Sleeves

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Much like a flowy dress, one with wide sleeves is a classic 70s style. This is great for warm days when a tight-fitting dress can feel restrictive, but you want the sun protection of fabric.

You can also get tops in this style which is still extremely popular owing to the resurgence of the Y2K trends, as this style was also popular in the 2000s.

You could also pair this with a pair of flared pants for a whole ’70s fit!

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13. Colored Tights

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We’ve featured many flowy garments, but it wasn’t all that was big in the 70s. Fitted dresses with bold patterns were also all the rage, particularly when worn with bright-colored tights.

This is another trend coming back in the form of red tights. Red is the hottest color this season, and we’re going to see it on the legs of all the fashion girlies.

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14. Leopard Print

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Leopard is an unofficial neutral print. Because its tones are neutral, it works when paired with nearly everything, and is still a popular print among luxury designers – particularly Roberto Cavalli and Versace.

To incorporate it into your outfit in an easy way, stick to blacks and browns for the rest of your outfit.

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15. Color Blocking

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It wouldn’t be the 70s without a bit (or a lot) of color. This could be a big change for those with a minimal style so sticking to one or two elements could be a great way to ease into this.

Colored lenses are a way to do this which is still extremely on trend, but still very 70s.

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Have you found a cool 70s outfit that you want to recreate for your next 70s-themed party? We hope you did! If you’re still looking for more fashion inspiration, check the posts down below.

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