If you grew up in the ’70s you can’t help but remember some of the adventurous fashions of the era. Casual clothes were taking over much of our daily wear and a new trend for polyester was sweeping the nation. Have a look back at these 15 fashions that ’70s kids can’t forget.
15) Platform Shoes
We have to wonder how many sprained ankles were caused by these fashionable shoes.

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14) Enid Collins purses
There were many knock-offs in this style, bejeweled and with groovy designs.

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13) Bell Bottoms
The classic pants of the ’70s, these came in every pattern and color imaginable.

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12) Peasant Blouses
Embroidered or off-the-shoulder these blouses were everywhere in the ’70s.

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11) Ponchos
Crocheted with fringe was the most popular and folks of all ages sported this trendy look.

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10) Maxi Dresses
Along with prairie dresses, the long look was even better with contrasting patterns or big ruffles.

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9) Sweater Vests
For men, women, and children sweater vests were an essential part of the look back then.

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8) Mini Skirts
They may have been too short for some school dress codes, but miniskirts were undeniably cool.

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7) Knee Socks
The perfect compliment to a short dress? Knee socks of course!

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6) Aviator Glasses
Still a classic, aviators were the epitome of ’70s chic.

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5) Patterned Pants
There are at least 4 pairs of patterned pants in the photo below from 1973.

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4) Kerchiefs
Even some of the dressier ladies’ outfits got the kerchief treatment in the ’70s.

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3) Plaid Suits
Like patterned pants, plaid suits were a staple of the male wardrobe in the ’70s.

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2) Turtlenecks Galore
As sweaters, under tank top dresses and jumpers, or under blazers, turtlenecks had a huge impact on the fashion of the ’70s.

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1) Ultra-wide Collars
Finally, one of the most common fashion trends of the ’70s, the ultra-wide collar. From kids clothes to ladies dresses and men’s button-ups, the wide collar was possibly one of the most defining aspects of fashion in the disco era.

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