I love fashion and I remember the 1970’s fashion pretty well! I can remember my mother wearing bell bottom jeans, hippie style shirts, bell-sleeved tops and even her funky platform shoes! Well guess what? That 1970’s trend is back again this year in fashion, home decor, entertainment and food! Check out these tips!
One of the big style trends this year is the look and feel of the ‘70s and I thought you might like to check out some insights and tips from lifestyle and fashion expert, Alexis Wolfer of TheBeautyBean on how to embrace these trends such as:
Fashion: Keep all prints in the same color family and you can wear those striped pants with a polka dotted top. Tweed, velvet and suede take boring basics to trendy new heights. Swap out your go-to little black dress for a velvet one to entertain in ’70s -inspired style.
Home Decor: Forty years ago, colorful appliances were must-haves to match shag carpets and paneled walls. Today the color is back, but dull green refrigerators are being replaced by brighter, more playful colors, like a tangerine orange KitchenAid stand mixer, a purple Keurig® coffee machine or a bright red washer/dryer.
Food: The Swiss tradition of fondue was a major trend throughout the decade. Today, people are breaking out their fondue pots more than ever for easy entertaining and a fun, social meal to enjoy. Emmi Roth USA has a fantastic line of ready-made fondues that are simple and really delicious. Just open the package, pour into the pot and stir.
Entertaining: The ’70s brought game night into the spotlight and it’s making a comeback. Bring out games that can work with teams or individual players so that everyone is included, no matter how many or how few guests there are. Having small prizes for the winners will increase the excitement and make the party more memorable, so pick up some small items like scented candles, decks of cards or gift cards to local shops or cafés for the game night victors to take home.
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i would love, love, love to have a stove and fridge in that funky green color from the 70’s. i love it.
As with mosts fads, some things I like and some I don’t. It depends on how you accesssorize.
It’s about time! I missed out on the 70’s fashions. I admired how those of the generation were not afraid to “go their own way”.
I loved the 1970’s flowy and loose fitting tops…tired of tight body hugging shirts and tops!
My favorite 70s memories involve fondue. But NOT the shag carpeting.
I have noticed the trend in games and brighter kitchen appliances. I’ve seen the red washer/dryers and even seen a couple lime green appliances. We can now accessorize our kitchens and laundry rooms just like we do our outfits and bedrooms.