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The 70’s are Back!

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Fatima Mufti Student Contributor, Boston University
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Ashley Rossi Student Contributor, Boston University
This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at BU chapter and does not reflect the views of Her Campus.

Love it or hate it you won’t be able to avoid the hippie inspired clothing this season. Stores are filled with everything from bell-bottom pants that will make you wonder what era you’re in to more modern approaches. The bell-bottom pants are a little too extreme for me but, hey, if you can pull it off go for it! A more decade appropriate version of bell-bottom pants would be a slightly flared pair of jeans. Just look at Rachel Zoe, Heidi Klum, and Nicole Richie rocking them!

If you’re still not loving the 70’s, how about giving bell sleeves a try? My favorite is the gorgeous “Gypsy Lace Dress” from Free People ($128). It’s a modern lace dress but the sleeves give it a very laid back feel. This is the perfect way to achieve a bohemian look without looking like you walked off the set of Dazed and Confused.

If you still think the sleeves are too much, a simpler approach would be vintage band tees or any kind of distressed/faded tee. This tee (Free People $58) paired with a simple pair of jeans or a maxi skirt would work, but some vintage inspired accessories such as round sunglasses or chunky shoes would definitely add to the outfit!

Ashley Rossi is a sophomore at Boston University studying Magazine Journalism and Mass Communication. After living in a small town for most of her childhood she looked towards the city for an exciting adventure. At BU Ashley has volunteered with the Community Service Center and written for various publications, including The Buzz and College Fashionista. Her goal is to eventually run the creative department for any major fashion magazine or international design house. Ashley also blogs daily on her blog, Gossip, Chanel, and English Tea on Tumblr. In the meantime she enjoys relaxing on the beach, watching Gossip Girl and Weeds, and reading the next Lauren Weisberger novel.