Top 3 favorite \'70s-inspired trends for women

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Perhaps you're one of those women who loves all things in the world of fashion. We're talking to you who live stream New York Fashion Week because you're jonesin' to know what is going to be trending this year. Or perhaps you could care less about the way you dress because you simply don't have the time. If you're like us, you fall somewhere in the middle of these categories. You have an interest in different trends, so you scan the latest fashion magazines while in line to pay for your groceries at the store but don't delve too deeply into the constantly changing world of fashion.

What's cool about fashion is that the trends always come back around after a period of time. Many clothes are at least inspired from the styles of past decades. This season is no different.

Has anyone noticed that so many clothes this season seem to be inspired by the '70s? You're not crazy, because many designers brought the '60s and '70s to life on the runways this year. We did not grow up in the '70s; however, we didn't have to live in the time period to know what was hip (thank you, family pictures). So here are a few of our favorite '70s-inspired trends that you can pretty much find anywhere—maybe even in your attic inside the box marked "the '70s."

                                                                                                           

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Wide-leg pants

We've seen a lot of palazzo pants lately, which are those fun, lightweight pants that are wide-legged and perfect for summer. The pants, back then and now, are typically worn high-waisted. A blouse tucked into the pants makes them great for the office, and even some millennials nowadays are wearing crop tops with them.

Embroidered tops

You know those peasant-style tops with the pretty embroidered detail at the top? Well, these tops were a prime hit back in the day with a fresh pair of bell-bottomed jeans and Birkenstocks. Now? The tops are as trendy as they were in 1975. Today, you can find many of these tops with more of a modern twist but still flowy and beautifully hand-sewn. Just know that we owe the trend to its '70s roots.

Long peasant dresses

Ah, yes, the bohemian dress that has stayed trendy and classy throughout the decades. Making men turn heads at Neil Diamond concerts and inspiring women today to turn them into bridal dresses, the peasant-style maxi dress has maintained beauty and is simply chic.

We love how fashion trends always make a full circle but incorporate a modern design to the new iterations, like the ones above. So whether you had the amazing chance to own the clothes during the '70s or you love shopping for similar trends now, there is no doubt that you can find a little inspiration of past years in today's trends.

What are you favorite '70s trends?

Charisma Chatt is a local blog that inspires young professional women to gain inner confidence and live life to its fullest potential by offering innovative fashion and lifestyle advice. Victoria Tropiano is the author of this column, and photography is provided by Randi Vasquez, local wedding, lifestyle and commercial photographer.

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