15 Affordable '70s Clothing Pieces You Need To Make Your Wardrobe Groovy (For Under $60) This Spring

Particularly, this jumpsuit. It screams Woodstock. My mom tells me the tied front was very popular in her prime, and the flared wide-flared legs are perfect for a high waistline. This girl definitely looks taller and oh-so-mod.

Self-Tie Knotted Jumpsuit, $32, Forever 21

We saw a lot of this at the Oscars, and I am not mad about it. Taylor Swift definitely made a case for the “red lip classic,” but it looks like 2015 is all about the orange lip, which is definitely a nod to the 1970s.

Maybelline Color Sensational Vivids Lip Color, $5, Target

I could have easily put a wide-barrel curling iron here, but how authentically 1970s would that have been? Not very. Get real ’70s-style curls by using rollers, just like our mothers (and, TBH, some fathers) did. These are less hassle than they had, however. The DryBar rollers require no heat and stay in hair without clamps. Easy peasy.

High-Tops Self-Grip Rollers, $10, Sephora

The J.Crew womenswear line during NYFW featured a lot of fringe skirts, in midi, tea, and maxi lengths. The fringed jacket paired with the fringe skirt may not be so 1970s, but I like the idea of all fringe everything.

Fringed Jersey Skirt, $50, H&M

Although Twiggy was popular in the ’60s, her statement eyelashes lasted well until the 1970s. I wouldn’t recommend these on the daily, but for special events and paired with other ’70s-inspired attire, these would be great for your next social gathering.

Ardell Double Up Lashes Style 203 Black, $5, Walgreens

Minis are fine, but knee to tea length dresses and skirts just have an awesome, vintage vibe.

Vibrant Visit Skirt, $55, Modcloth

From 2010 on, shoulder strapped purses were replaced with oversized bags, then cross body bags, which could literally only hold lipstick and a few dollars, then clutches. I’m not sure why the traditional shoulder-strap purse disappeared for a bit, but I’m glad to see it’s back. Not only does it hold more, but it’s more comfortable to handle walking down the street.

Mini Shoulder Bag, $25, H&M

Cher from Cluelessmight have had the most famous mini backpack in pop culture, but the tiny bags got their start in the ’70s.

Pile Backpack, $25, H&M

Not to be confused with the “bubble” silhouette. This is strictly tight on top, then lose on bottom. Kind of like an A-line skirt.

Swing Dress in Retro Floral Print, $46, ASOS

Not to make this new trend a 1970s music video, but jumper dresses is the perfect addendum to a spring wardrobe. Not only is it versatile, based on whatever shirt you pair underneath (like paisley?) but it’s super cute with pops of color as well.

Bicycle Built for Cute Jumper in Licorice, $50, Modcloth

Instead of pairing leg warmers with your boots this winter, try knee-high stockings with chunky sandals. For extra compliments, used embellished stockings, like these with buttons on the side.

Lightweight Button-Rib Over-the-Knee Sock, $14, Urban Outfitters

Though the ’70s are generally remembered for its hippies, the goth movement also got its start during the decade. If you’re into that style over the whole retro, bright colors thing, try these black, chunky sandals.

Rugged Life Platform Sandals, $16, Gojane

Plaid was everything in the ’70s, plastered on everything from skirts and pants to dresses and a jacket it was everywhere. And it was cool.

Plaid Flannel Skater Skirt – Lily Star, $7, Target

This is perfect for the ’70s goth look or the ’70s glam look. Bows are the perfect accessories for hair or on clothes. Be experimental with bow clips — they don’t always have to be used in hair.

Hair Clip with Bow, $6, HM