Of all the trends we spotted at Fashion Week for Spring 2015 [1], one was the clear winner. Well, if you don't count florals, because, come on, florals as a trend for Spring isn't a surprise to anyone. The trend that popped up in every city and in nearly every major runway show, from the likes of such contemporary designers as Jason Wu and Victoria Beckham [2] to timeless fashion houses like Gucci, Prada, Valentino, and Saint Laurent? The 1970s [3].
Retro trends can certainly be tricky, so if you are itching to figure out just how to incorporate the key styles from that decade into your wardrobe without looking like an extra from That '70s Show, we created a shopping list of fresh-off-the-runway essentials. From wide-leg trousers to daisy prints and utilitarian jumpsuits, one or two of these looks make for a more subtle approach, or you can layer on a few pieces to set a stronger tone. And go ahead and add them to your Fall lineup – no need to wait for next season to go back in time!
High-Waist Flared Jeans
Stella McCartney Flare Jeans [4] ($485)
Bell Sleeves
H&M Mustard Yellow Dress [5] ($25)
Wooden Platform Clogs
Flogg Chaya Zipper Wedge Booties [6] ($170)
Utilitarian Jumpsuit
Étoile Isabel Marant Warren Jumpsuit [7] ($705)
Fitted Sweater Vest
Michael Kors Rib-Trim Sweater Vest [8] ($495)
Skinny Scarf
Aquascutum Thin College Stripe Scarf [9] ($154)
Patchwork
Polo Ralph Lauren Wool Cardigan [10] ($798)
Rose-Tinted Sunglasses
Circe Honey Striped Ozona Sunglasses [11] ($288)
Houndstooth
Hermès Vintage Houndstooth Wool Jacket [12] ($1,304)
A-Line Skirt
3.1 Phillip Lim Leather Round-Fold Skirt [13] ($895)
Retro Daisies
Awena Daisy Boyfriend Shirt [14] ($44)
Gold Stacked Bracelets
Av Max Gold Octagon Bangle Bracelets [15] ($45)
Loose-Fit Jeans
Current/Elliott Flip-Flop Jeans [16] ($238)
Wide-Collar Coat
Belstaff Farlow Wool Coat [17] ($2,195)
Full Brown Belt
Fossil Leather Belt with Covered Buckle [18] ($44)
Formal Jumpsuit
Paul & Joe Randy Lace-Trimmed Crepe Jumpsuit [19] ($805)
Mock-Collar Button-Up Shirt
Brooks Brothers Ruffle Collar Dress Shirt [20] ($118)
Fringe Bag
Tory Burch Fringe Shoulder Bag [21] ($658)
Wide-Leg Trousers
Korovilas Wide-Leg Trousers [22] ($414)
Knee-High Socks
Forever 21 Solid Knee-High Socks [23] ($4)
Mustard Yellow
Choies Yellow Leather Lapel Pocket Biker Jacket [24] ($58)
Mary Janes
Funtasma by Pleaser Mary Jane Shoes [25] ($30)
Paisley
Zimmermann Sundown Silk Paisley Halter Maxi Dress [26] ($520)