70's

After browsing a favourite vintage site, Rokit.co.uk, I came across their Autumn/Winter 11 Lookbook. Amongst their key ideas for the coming season was a revival of the 70’s guise. Although 70’s and 60’s shone through this summer in the form of floppy hats and loud prints, a change to cooler climates inspired the likes of Gucci this fall to bring out the bell bottoms and high necks.

Their catwalk collection here showing shaggy fur and the wide leg. A rich colour palette, resemblant of gem stones, reds and purples have also proved popular.

The flares worn were an online purchase and as a consequence needed a few inches removed before I could wear them. As a lover of black the aim was to keep the style but mix with another trend target: bondage and fetish. Such a fashion scope uses leather, open knits and sheer fabrics to reveal skin and the silhouette underneath. A reflection of see through knits and mesh can be seen in the turtleneck. 

As i mentioned with the colour, the 70's wave hitting the catwalk is often lacquered with metallics and deep tones. H&M have the casual approach, mixing terracotta, burnt orange and mustard often in cable knits or floaty tops billowing over light blue denim flares. This also brings into light how responsive high street stores have behaved toward demand for retro fashion. River Islands line Chelsea Girl brings 70's styles to the modern shopper, using the stores old name from the 60's and 70's before it changed in 1988. This nostalgia has presented the retailer with fashions of flares, crochet, and bright coloured furs. Too, their mix of rich v soft colourings offer a significant salute to the 70's and its bold identity. 

Be it designer or high street offerings, the strong staples from 40 years ago have proved high impact to filter from history, to catwalk and easily into the hands of style seekers simply by shopping in their favourite stores.


garments: vintage