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The 1970s must have taken place on a different planet. These photos of men’s clothing from that decade leave us drowning in astounding mustard knits, loud patterns, high waists, way-too-skimpy briefs, and other men's fashion faux pas that we don't have enough of imagination to describe 40 years later.

As synthetics fell in price, casual men's style garbs were suddenly available to many fashion-forward young men looking to cut loose. Since polyester doesn’t require ironing, the “wash and wear” revolution is in full view of these models with their skin-tight threads and jumpsuits that leave nothing to the imagination. A 70s fashion Travelknit suit jumps out of the suitcase ready to wear, keeping with the decade’s focus on spontaneity and indulgence.

Scroll down for our pick of the worst 70s men's fashion pieces. And as a final note, don’t look at the prices in the funny ads! You’ll only resent H&M even more!

(h/t: flashbak)

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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

" Lemme just stand here looking sexy while i hold this Chicken upside down" WHAT THE HELL IS GOING ON HERE LOL!! xD

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AlexPeters
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Now I know the apocalypse will be crocheted!!! OMG. My eyes, my eyes!!

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NatalieRudley
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

If we weight these knits down with enough rocks we can drown them and no one will ever know!

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HollyJonson
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

At least they're enjoying themselves and have an easy job. Sometimes, we just need to look on the bright side and turn our cheek to the rest.

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StevenWilliamson
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I wouldn't have put drip dry in an underwear ad...I mean, sure it happens, but should we talk about it?

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MelindaSanderson
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The guy with the moustashe is now wearing the puple undies the guy without the moustache was wearing....eeewwwww!

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GregAbolins
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

What you don't want to see you when you walk into the men's shower at a 24 hour fitness

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TiffanySy
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Are they one pieces or did they really tuck that too tight tank into their non-whitey-tightys

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LorraineUrbano
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Looks more like an old squash racquet - too small for tennis. I like the shapes of those but the colors - eww.

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KarenClarke
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The strategically placed tennis racquet-- is that meant to signal that he is not a "bottom"?

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MarisaDelgado
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Pierce Brosnan? George Lopez?!! Didnt expect to see so many celebs in these ads lol

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NicoleRoberts
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The kid in the bird shirt is slowly realizing that this photo shoot was a bad idea.

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Adri Stone
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1 month ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

What is it with guys in their underwear at the beach?!? "Hey guys, I just got some new skivvies! Let's go down to the beach and show them off!"

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