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The 1970s saw the founding of Apple Computer, Inc., the resignation of President Nixon, and... a lot of his-and-hers matching outfits that would get ridiculed to shreds in the street today. There are only so many belted tank tops and leopard onesies a person can tolerate, and the 70s fashion pushed the boundaries of this limit, for sure.

And even though some of the trends from the flares-dominated era are making a comeback (yes, I'm talking about the groovy bell-sleeves and denim dresses), many of the 70s clothes, to put it lightly, haven't aged so well. "It was the best of times, it was the worst of times, it was the age of wisdom, it was the age of foolishness."

Fashion was as diverse as ever and covered many styles and genres. The decade saw the birth of many fashion trends that are still continuing to influence the scene today - disco, punk, glam rock, ethnic, hippie, military, sporty-chick - the 70s style had it all. Jumpsuits were one of the main trends that took over the streets and it was favored not only by stylish women, but by men as well. The matching styles has also had its moment, but sadly (or, luckily?) the trend died off together with the granny-like crocheted ponchos. It's all for the best, isn't it?

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

The dress and the sweater aren't bad, I just don't know why the guy isn't wearing pants

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5 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Why is this cringy? This doesn't look that wrong, in my opinion, especially during that era. Edit: The writer changed the title of the article.

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Make-up trends of the 70s were as diverse as the fashion choices. The looks varied from the natural, no-makeup bohemian look, to bright and flashy looks with the craziest colors. The disco scene had its feast with blue and green eye-shadows, intense coral blush, glossy lips and glitter. The bohemian style, on the other hand, favored earthy tones and natural looks, while the glam rock scene relished in theatrical presence.

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

My mother bought matching leopard print pyjamas for all five of us one Christmas - I pray nobody ever finds the pictures.

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Just the same as fashion and make-up looks, the hairstyles in the 70s were also diverse and celebrated all kinds of looks. While bangs and big, curly dos were a favorable look for many women of the decade, bohemian ladies preferred a more natural look, while disco girls went out showing off their shaggy cuts. Hippies often went for a center part with flowing waves and the glam rock scene favored big and eccentric cuts, often colored with bright hues.

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

I'm more interested in what they are looking at. She's shocked, and he's loving it...

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

When Grandma's visiting and you have to wear the c**p she knitted for you for Christmas. And look happy about it.

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The 70s was also the period when the celebrities took over the fashion scene and rewrote its rules. Bianca Jagger - social and human rights advocate and a former actress - has cemented her status as the ultimate style icon of the decade when she emerged into the dazzling Studio 54 scene. The It girl of this vibrant decade, she was the epitome of disco style and inspired many women to mix masculine and feminine fashion by combining tuxedos and wide leg trousers with furs, silk kaftans and sequins. The woman definitely had it!

Singer Debbie Harry from the band Blondie defined punk style in the 70's like no other. She showed up with her sleek, platinum-blond hair, bright make up, see-through pumps and stylish, but not fashionable attire and showed everyone how glamorous punk style is done. Her sense of style was sexy, but never too raunchy or over-the-top. All in all, if there's someone that could combine femininity with punk I-don't-care attitude perfectly, it's definitely the colorful miss Harry.

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

When your grandma gives you a sweater for Christmas and you don't want to be rude

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5 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

When grandma starts knitting a quilt but then says "ah f**k it" and turns it into a sweater.

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

"We're wearing potholders! Because I've got a bun in the oven!"

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

OMG, these were all the rage when I was in 7th grade...in 1972.

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

Aight, the girl's jumper and beanie doesn't look that awful, it's pretty cute actually.

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

Ew, no! My grandmother had ugly pillowcases that looked just like these!

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

One of my great-great aunts (my great grandmother's youngest sister, who was the same age as my grandmother) made me one of those when I was a kid. I hated it with a fiery passion and gave it to the cat. He made it his napping spot.

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

They look like cushion covers my old Aunt gave to my Mother in the 70s when I was a kid. Yes almost a fossil. :-)

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

My grandma used to knit covers like this for the ends of the couch.

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

It reminds me of the television show Roseanne with that smelly Afghan draped over the couch......

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

OMG! Tank tops! I used to have one similar and loved that thing, till it rotted off my body in a crumbling heap of crochet wool. These were very popular in the mid 70's!

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

Omg I had these in every color combo imaginable. My great aunt crocheted. I loved them and her.

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

He first thing I learned to crochet was a granny square. I have avoided them ever since. Granny square pattern? Next page, please.

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

I actually saw a version of this in the window of Forever 21 this summer.

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

An upside down baseball bat is clearly the perfect accessory, sold separately.

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

Because we all need horizontal stripes across the widest part of our bodies....Yeesh. I like the bikini, though.

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

Could someone clarify the concept of a partner look? Is it some old tribe thing? Please.

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

They all just seem so goddamn serene! Maybe if we all wore hideous matching knitwear we'd forget about Brexit/Trump/ISIS/environmental armageddon and calmly walk into our inevitable doom without so much as a whimper, creepy smiles pasted on our stupid faces... Probably not. Never mind, forget I mentioned it.

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