70’s Style Makes a Comeback With 2011 Trends [70's FaSHION PHOTOS]
It's an urban proverb that with fashion, everything just comes around again. Clever fashionistas are in the habit of saving their trendy clothes of seasons past just in case it reappears; after all, with a few alterations, clothes forgotten by designers past may be the inspiration of the designers in present. These days, it's the free flowing, print loving days of the 70's that are making a comeback. Here are a few pieces that have come up on the runway for this season.
- Wide brimmed, floppy hats: The soft, face framing elegance of a floppy hat isn't lost on this generation's trendsetters. Extra points goes to the floppy hat for keeping the sun out of your face and transitioning from strictly beach wear to urban jungle must-have.
- Maxi dresses: Gone are the days when only miniskirts were deemed acceptable and anything over the knee was prudish. With the maxi skirt in full effect and a silhouette both sleek and comfortable, stylistas everywhere are rejoicing the return of hem line options.
- Loud, retro prints: Whether on trousers or long sleeved blouses, prints make for a happier and cuter look. This season's retro feel only heightens the cool factor. Bonus: with this much print, you don't even have to accessories all that much.
- Wide leg pants: Skinny jeans be gone! Another trouser alternative just makes this trend that much more fun! The wide leg is also a great equalizer as it translates to any fabric from denim to chiffon.
- Flared pants: Who doesn't look good in a high-quality flare cut? It balances out the top heavy and looks absolutely fabulous on most everyone.
- Platforms: At this point, every fashion editor is convinced of the platform's power to make the leg sexier.
- Flower print: The crowning glory of the boho chic has come again but then, who's to say it ever left?
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