TOP 10 1970's Accessories PT 2

According to JodianLeonie

You thought we were done? Heres another top 10 with more throwback goodness

Mini Skirts/Dresses

These way above the knee skirts and dresses made their debut in the 60s but when the 70s rolled around they became all the rage. Minis were described as “easy, simple youthful clothes.” Women wanted their dresses shorter as they became more outspoken, opinionated and sporty. 

Jumpsuits

Men and women of this time wore some of the grooviest jumpsuits.Artists like the legendary David Bowie and Cher lead the jumpsuit wave. There were sportswear styles for the daytime and leather or embellished designs for the night. 

Punk Safety Pins

Punk rock became immensely popular in the late 1970’s and sparked the fashion subgenre of punk style. Safety pins became a part of the iconic anarchy commonly associated with the punk aesthetic.The punk aesthetic was rebellious. Punk Rockers would adorn distressed denim and leather ensembles with the outrageous fashion. Designer Vivienne Westwood was responsible for this new aesthetic.

Colourful Tights (Stockings)

Designer Mary Quant introduced the bold, colourful, textured and detailed stockings.These would pair perfectly with mini dresses and skirts. The stocking added a playful and charismatic element to 70s outfit. 

Pastel Eyeshadows

Beauties such as Diana Ross and Donna Summer sported eyeshadow colours like blues,greens and purples. However because of the consistency in the make up it would give a matte (chalky) or iridescent (shimmery) look known in the 70s as “frost” shades. These eye looks would go great with many outfits of this era especially on the disco or glam scene. 

Gigantic Hoop Earrings

This face framing accessory is bold and eye catching and if you had an Afro or the Farrah Fawcett hairstyle you were definitely a part of the IT girl club. The bigger the better and extra points if they were gold. 

Hot Pants

Often made from luxurious fabrics these extremely short shorts were all the buzz. Perfect for beach wear and leisure.Apart from just being an article of clothing, hot pants were also a part of a movement of women who wanted to break the social norms and embrace all their curves and show some skin.

Oversized Tinted Glasses

If you wanted small lenses in the 1970’s you should basically forget about it.These crazy and extravagant pieces were made to engulf your entire face. Packed with flair and charm your outfit wouldn’t be complete without one. 

Afros

In the 70's Men and women of African decent started to really embrace their afrocentric features in rebellion of the Eurocentric standards of beauty. After activists like Angela Davis and Stokely Carmichael wore their Afros as a radical statement on television, it became a widely accepted style within the community.

Go-go Boots

Whether you were a hippie,a Motown diva,or a space-age chick, these cute but edgy calf- high boots were well known in the 1970’s. These usually white, leather or glossy vinyl footwear were often paired with a short hemline and were sometimes seen as provocative or high fashion. Their versatility is unmatched

TOP 10 70'S ACCESSORIES

According to BootlegRocstar

70's must haves for all the throwback goodness. This list is in no particular order.

BELL BOTTOM PANTS/ FLARES

A staple in 1970’s culture; you can’t talk about the 70’s without mentioning Bell Bottoms. Fitted up top loose at the bottom. When it came to this style, the frillier,wider and more extravagant the better. 

SPORTS HEADBANDS AND FLOWER CROWNS

The 70’s saw a great influx of headbands especially with the introduction of sports headbands. Athletes such Bjorn Borg and John McEnroe helped to popularize this trend. They were rarely seen on court without sporting this accessory. Even today, tennis players still hold on to this headband tradition. Headbands were also popular in everyday fashion. A regular choice for the Hippies and rock stars. 

Flower Crowns became mainstream in the 70s with the anti-war movement.These stylish and artistic headgears soon became a symbol of free spiritedness , peace and love; A common trope of Hippy culture 

CIRCULAR SUNGLASSES

Nothing says 70’s like a groovy pair of  circular sunglasses. The shape is symbolic and synonymous with the 70’s aesthetic. Many boast a wide array of colourful tints and frame sizes,it was impossible not to find one that matches your personality. 

LOVE BEADS

A product of hippie culture that surfaced in the late 60’s but found its way into the 70’s. The main idea of wearing these beads was to promote love and togetherness. A small and sometimes overlooked accessory but there’s no denying their appeal. Especially when layered with one another; love beads are versatile items that found its way into many closets.

FLOPPY HATS

This is another fashion trend that gained popularity  in the 60s. However, the 70’s brought this popularity to new heights. No longer were floppy hats reserved for the Hippies of the 60’s; they were now being accepted and  worn by celebrities. Argurably, actresses such as Faya Dunaway and Bridget Bardot are said to be pioneers of the floppy hat resurgence. This accessory was woven into their personal style. Luckily enough, with influence comes imitation and once these women started wearing them others would surely follow.

PLATFORM SHOES

Disco dance floors were flooded with these. An iconic statement piece for both males and females. Customization options were endless with platform shoes; some people would go as far as adding aquariums to the wedges of their shoe to show off their expansive style. Being short became a thing of the past.

NECK SCARF

Probably the most functional item on this list. Scarves were everywhere in

the 70’s.This era introduced us to more eccentric patterns and designs, these design choices were being implemented on scarves. However, the 70’s brought a great change in how scarves were worn. Scarfs were no longer reserved for necks.They were being worn as belts, headbands  and some were even used to cover the entire head, only leaving the face exposed. It was common for Rock Stars to tie scarves around their legs; This was a common practice for artists like Jimi Hendrix.

MOOD RINGS

The ring that catered to your feelings. Mood rings were a product of the “me era” a term popularly used to describe the 70’s. The ring would change color depending on the wearer's mood. In actuality the rings responded to a change in the wearer’s body temperature. Each color change represents a feeling. Blue may represent calmness and tranquility while colors like amber would represent uncertainty or nervousness. Even if you didn’t believe in their abilities there's no denying that mood rings were extremely stylish, especially if you were an avid ring wearer.

FEATHER BOAS

Feather boas is an accessory that dominated the disco scene. They embodied the flamboyant and eccentric nature of the 70’s. The feather boas was also a symbol for high social standings. A popular choice for artists such as Donna Summer; adding a  feather boas is a great way to glamorize, feature texture and accentuate your outfits. Men were not left out of this trend; they also wore them. If peacocking was an accessory, this would definitely be it!

SIDE BURNS

Yes, facial hair was an essential accessory in the 70’s. Gone were the clean shaven faces and 5 o'clock shadows that dominated the 50’s and 60’s. Men were ready to embrace and experiment with facial hair. The sideburn was a popular choice. Nothing like a bushy sideburn to symbolize your machismo. The popularity became more apparent in the media. Celebrities and musicians alike opted for this look. The conservatives were livid but those who wore them felt confident and the ladies loved it.