Sophisticated 70s : Women Trend

We all want that vintage vibe in our wardrobe. That essence of an era gone by. And we want to cherry pick the sleekest, sexiest and most stylish looks from it. In recent years we're worn the best of the 20s and 30s, seen the rebirth and fading of an 80s come back, and we're just about to do it all again. But this time, is the 1970s that are due for a reinterpretation.

While 70s fashion is making waves and sure to continue on as a fashion trend in 2011, lets not forget that there are several variants. And you know what that means! All the more ways to get lots of wear out of your key seventies pieces, by taking them from 70s boho to a more sophisticated 70s look.

70s  Sophisticated by day

By day it's all about clean yet voluminous silhoutters and early 70s colour palettes. Look for

• High waisted wide leg pants or flares, smartly belted in.
• Next bow-blouses, epecially ones with billowing or bishop sleeves. Particularly great are fabrics like silks and satin
• Roll neck sweaters tucked into pants or skirts. Add to the 70s effect by layering over beaded necklaces or a vest.
• For those more daring, a pair of hot pants are the ultimate 70s item.
• A smart printed jumpsuit is another great alternative.   

Daytime 70s styling at Chloe A/W 2010

70S Sophistication by night

By night the 70s sophisticated turn into the ultimate socialite, with look at me shimmering fabrics and cuts that either tightly hug or sensually drape over the body.

• Choose high sher fabrics with a 70s disco-inspired edge like lurex or silk : anything with a metallic thread.
• Add a ruffled neckline under a brocade blazer or tuxedo jacket, paired with a sharp pair of pants.
• Long skinny gowns with draping, low necklines or dress slits are the ultimate in 70s night time glamour.

70 evening glamour at MIFW A/W 2010

Accessorising a sophisticated 70s look

Accessories are key when it come to creating a 70s look. Something to keep in mind.

• The right handbag completes a looks. Try for smart, high quality bags like a leather satchel for day, and a small bag with a long strap for night.
• Big statement leather belts slung over mini skirts or maxi dresses and impact and fair to a seventies-inspired outfit.
• A pair of an trend thigh high boots are probably already ne in your wardrobe by now-pair them with hot pants or a skirt for a decidedly sexed-up yet sophisticated 70s look.
• Wear lots of jewellery but keep it a little cleaner than for a boho look. Try lots of rings with bold stones, neat piles of bangles, and long pendant necklaces and stings of beads.
• Look to complimentary hairstyles like a sleek longer bob, masses of bouncy curls, or long frowning hair. 

Freja Beha Erichson in Vouge Nippon, August 2010