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Friday, 24 July 2015

Hello! Welcome to the 70s.

If you follow me on Twitter or Instagram, you may already be aware that this summer I graced my wardrobe with a pair of flares. Exciting. This season has seen the recreation of an array of 70s trends - from tasselled suede to round-neck tees. The sartorial timeline has been disturbed, as items from the 70s have been dragged from history and dumped into Topshop - and not a single item has escaped the retro resurrection.

This, however, is not a complaint. My affection for all things vintage allows me to embrace the trend, and realise my affinity for flared jeans and striped tees. I have aspirations of becoming a retro-boho-groovy extraordinaire, or something of similar implications. I'm not there yet, but these jeans are my time machine.


Sunglasses - Next
Top - Primark
Bag - Vintage
Jeans - TkMaxx
Platforms - Primark





The flared jean has, admittedly, been overdone in the bloggersphere, but I'm certainly not ashamed to add my rendition to the archive. Interestingly, the internet is saturated with images of women rocking these 70s staples, yet seeing flares being worn 'in real life' is a rarity. Perhaps I just need to surround myself with a more groovy crowd.

The funny thing with trends is that they don't always infiltrate the high street. With the exception of Next and River Island, no stores had a flare in sight as I desperately hunted.Thankfully TkMaxx came to the rescue with this pair and my faith in the retro resurrection was thus restored. Unlike the elusive flares, platformed sandals are absolutely in abundance on the high street. Options were plentiful, but I found myself lusting over these Primark heels - much to my surprise.














What are your thoughts on denim flares and the 70s trend in general? Team skinny or team flare?

I hope you enjoyed this photo-heavy post, featuring the photography of my wonderful friend Catherine. She's a glorious portrait taker, and you can view her work here!

Thank you for reading. Have a wonderful day, groovy chicks.

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29 comments:

  1. MELODY JACOB24 July 2015 at 19:43

    love the pant
    http://melodyjacob1.blogspot.com/

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  2. Straight A Style24 July 2015 at 22:18

    I am loving all the 70s trends in fashion right now!! I am wearing my flares today and am on the hunt for some platforms. Obsessed with this look.

    Amy Ann
    Straight A Style

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    1. Unknown26 July 2015 at 14:20

      Oh I bet you're rocking it, Amy! Can't wait to see them! I'm so glad I'm not the only one that actually wears flares out and about! Thanks for reading x

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  3. Unknown25 July 2015 at 10:15

    ❤❤❤❤🙌 it
    sonishspace.blogspot.com

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  4. Life's a shoe25 July 2015 at 14:18

    cute outfit! I really like the straps and the style of your jeans!

    lifeisashoe

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    1. Unknown26 July 2015 at 14:23

      Thank you! It's one of my favourite outfits this season :)

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  5. Sylvia25 July 2015 at 14:45

    You look simply stunning <3 <3 <3 I love the picture where you're peeking over the brick wall---too cute!
    xxx
    She Will Be

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    1. Unknown26 July 2015 at 14:24

      Oh thank you, Sylvia <3 Haha thanks! Mandatory sunglasses shot! xx

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  6. Urban Gal25 July 2015 at 16:35

    Your legs are soooooo long!! You're so lucky ! These sunglasses frame your face very nicely! Very cute outfit :)
    Have a nice day!
    www.urban-gal.blogspot.com

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    1. Unknown26 July 2015 at 14:26

      Oh thank you! That's funny, as I'm only 5"2 hehe! Thanks for stopping by, lovely! x

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    2. Urban Gal27 July 2015 at 20:16

      Maybe it's the heels :)

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  7. Absolutely Alli25 July 2015 at 17:45

    Great 70's look. The jeans are my favorite. Would love for you to stop by my latest post! :)

    Alli
    www.absolutelyalli.blogspot.com

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  8. the italian glam25 July 2015 at 17:49

    you look amazing in this 70's look, great flaired jeans
    happy week-end
    http://www.theitalianglam.com/

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    1. Unknown26 July 2015 at 14:27

      Thank you - they were such a great find!

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  9. Unknown26 July 2015 at 14:22

    Thank you, lovely! <3

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  10. Unknown26 July 2015 at 14:27

    Thank you, beautiful!

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  11. Permanent Procrastination26 July 2015 at 16:42

    You are rocking those flare jeans!
    Tegan xx - Permanent Procrastination
    Btw check out my sweet Lightbox Giveaway if you haven’t already!

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  12. Arianne26 July 2015 at 21:30

    Loving the 70's look- you pull it off so well! The flare jeans make the outfit look so cool, would love to wear these with a pair of platform sandals and a crop top :)
    Feel free to check out our newest post x
    http://looklovewear.blogspot.co.uk/2015/07/ootd-portobello-road.html

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    1. Unknown28 July 2015 at 19:04

      Thank you, lovelies! Definitely go for it; you'll look and feel amazing! xx

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  13. Eatlovemerry27 July 2015 at 08:37

    You look lovely! xo

    http://www.eatlovemerry.com

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  14. Paloma in Disguise28 July 2015 at 22:30

    Love the flares! I love all things 70's at the moment too :)

    Hannah x
    Paloma in Disguise

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    1. Unknown27 August 2015 at 23:36

      Thank you, Paloma! It is definitely the trend of the season :D x

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  15. Karolina Gespucci3 August 2015 at 10:10

    <333 such pretty post!

    Karolina Gerspucci

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    1. Unknown27 August 2015 at 23:36

      Thank you, Karolina - thanks for stopping by <3

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  16. Mod Circus10 August 2015 at 22:33

    Love these flare jeans! Honestly, I like the look of skinny jeans better, but I'm excited to get a pair of statement flares for my fall wardrobe!

    -Molly

    http://www.modcircus.com/

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    1. Unknown27 August 2015 at 23:38

      Ah, I'm sure you'll find a wonderful pair! Skinny jeans are the ultimate staple, but you're right; flares are such a great statement piece! Thanks for reading, Molly :)

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