The 1970s were an ugly decade. Let’s face it. There’s not much to root for. But for this week of Refashion Runway, we have to go there. Luckily, I have two advantages:
- I was born in 1970, so I have some first-hand memories of the decade’s style and values.
Exhibit A:
2. My husband is a pack rat and has been storing ugly 70s clothes in our attic closet since we moved into this house 18 years ago.
Exhibit B:
Let’s get going!
These bags held so many treasures it’s hard to know where to start.
Should it be the plaid pants?
How about the Anderson Little brand (read: cheap-ass) polyester double-knit sportcoats?
Note the demi lining (also poly, natch) – would not be able to stand a whole lining because in poly double knit you sweat. Like. A. Pig.
This leather shirt is actually beautifully made and possibly valuable as it came from Saks Fifth Avenue.
I played around with it, but regrettably there’s not much material to work with. I am going to see what it’s worth on the resale market.
And finally, the jackpot:
The color story of this paisley print creepily reminds me of my school picture from 1977. I have to use it! No excuses!
It’s a man’s shirt, so I will need to feminize it a bit. I have some lace and crochet trims to play with from these old pillowcases and curtains. And I am going to make a 70s style denim skirt from a pair of my husband’s old jeans.
So that’s the plan. The outfit is due Friday.
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