DIY 70's Costume

Whether you’re going to a 70’s party, the World's Largest Disco, dressing up for Halloween or looking for inspiration for Decades Day, you’re in the right place. 

 

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This guide will help you:

  • put together a 70's inspired look
  • learn about 70's fashion trends
  • use what's in your closet already to make a costume

 

The great thing about 70’s fashion is that you most likely have everything already in your closet you never thought could style as a 70’s look. Anything you don't have you can find at your local thrift store or almost any retail store because retro fashion has been trendy lately.

 

Most people just think of disco or hippie fashion when they think of the seventies but there are so many other aesthetics to choose from. 

 

 

When deciding on your outfit you should first consider which look you're going for; casual, glam, witchy, psychedelic, western? 


We’ll go through a few of the most common aesthetics and how to style them. First we’ll start with the most common, disco!


DISCO:


The main purpose of disco fashion was to be dramatic and stand out on the dance floor. Think lots of sequins, statement shoes, chunky accessories and sparkles. 


  • Platform shoes- the bigger the better
  • Jumpsuits
  • Halter tops
  • Sparkly and sequin everything
  • Bright, glittery jewelry 
  • Bold colors and patterns
  • Metallic
  • Bell bottoms, flare pants
  • Big glasses and earrings
  • Plunging v-necks



 

 

*Right photo from Nine Lives Bazaar

 

Easy Disco Outfits:

Black suede retro chunky platform boots. Round toe and block heel give it a 60's and 70's inspired twist. Knee high suede boots.

Velvet top and matching velvet flare pants 

sparkly platform boots

Sparkly butterfly top with sparkly pants and silver platform boots

 

Sparkly fringe dress and white gogo boots

HIPPIE:


The classic hippie look is a staple when it comes to 70’s parties and it’s probably one of the easiest to put together compared to the other aesthetics on the list. 

  • Floral and psychedelic patterns
  • Fringe 
  • Suede vests 
  • Bell sleeves and bell bottoms 
  • Flowy, boho skirts and tops
  • Patchwork
  • Bandannas and scarves
  • Paisley 
  • Tie Dye
  • Wooden clogs, sandals or barefoot 
  • Wooden or neutral colored jewelry

*The picture above is inspired by the late 60's not the 70's but is still relevant

Easy DIY Hippie Outfits

BEAUDRM Women's Floral 70s Top Hippie Shirt Bow Tie Front Disco Deep V Ruffle BlouseWDIRARA Women's Faux Suede Fringe Skirt High Waisted Tassel Western Mini SkirtsViral Flower Power gogo boots

Flowy bell sleeve top, suede mini skirt and floral gogo boots

Fringe vest, boho maxi skirt and suede boots

Verdusa Women's Floral Print Bell Long Sleeve V Neck Mini Bodycon Dress

Flower crown, bell sleeve dress and platform sandals

 

Casual


Casual 70’s fashion is back in style so almost everything on this list is probably in your closet or can be found somewhere close by.


  • High waisted flare pants and bell bottoms 
  • Platform boots and heels
  • 70’s Band t shirts and ringer t shirts
  • Crochet 
  • Flowy blouses
  • Wrap tops and wrap dresses
  • Penny Lane Coats
  • Dagger Collars
  • Corduroy




DIY Casual 70's Outfits:
Lisskolo Bell Bottom Jeans for Women Flared Floral Embroidered Jean Wide Leg Denim Pants

Bell sleeve top, flare jeans and platform sandals

Crochet halter top, bell bottoms and platform boots.

Sexyshine Women's Lapel V Neck Sleeveless Slim Fit One Piece Denim Jumpsuit Zipper Up Full Length Jeans Rompers Overalls

Denim jumpsuit and floral boots.

 

Hopefully this gave you some good ideas and inspiration for your 70’s outfit! If you’re looking for more ideas check out our other blog, What to Wear to a 70's Party.

Peace & Love,

Lynsey from Nectarine Dreams 

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3 comments

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sammy

I loved the seventi was born in 60 and I enjoyed it too I just recently bought 2 pairs of bell bottoms and I still have Halter Tops, it just goes to show. Fashion always comes back around.
My husband had a pair of bell bottoms with patches all over them. I wish I still had those.
Wish I still had Em. Thanks for the Throw back of memories.
Ghost to show fashion will always come back around. My husband had a pair of bell bottoms with patches all over them. Wish I had thoz he swears My mom threw them away. She hated those pants LOL and I remember her wearing Mini skirts. Boots up to the knee and and big, hair was in the 60s. Thanks for the memory

Carol McClure

Nice email love the pics fancy love it

Nice email ☺️

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