Master Transitional Style With This Retro Trend

A key trend the last few years, 1970s influences continue to hold serious sartorial sway with designers bringing us remixed versions of flowing silhouettes, ethereal prints and retro colors all synonymous with this free thinking decade.

Hippie-inspired separates – think avant-garde bohemian with a grown-up edge – make the perfect ingredients for a modern woman’s transitional wardrobe. Here, we’re showing you the key pieces you’ll need to transition seamlessly from season to season.

Whimsical Prints

Look to painterly motifs in nuanced shades as a starting point for nailing the hippie look. Try a flowy maxi dress or silk blouse in a print that’s equal parts folkloric and floral. Pair them with sandals during the summer and add a turtleneck and moto jacket come fall.

The New Flare

The new batch of flared pants look nothing like the extreme bell bottoms of yesteryear. Tapered cuts and undone hems provide a subtle retro update without the The Brady Brunch connotations. Try one of the season’s best —a cropped denim pair —and wear them all year long. Note: Your shoe choice is critical for nailing this silhouette so finish yours with a platform heel or chunky bootie.

Flowing Silhouettes

To truly embrace hippie-inspired style, you’ll need to master the easy, relaxed feel that comes via fluid lines and loose cuts. Be it floor-sweeping maxis in delicate chiffons or softly draping knits, these laid-back pieces will keep your look light no matter what the weather is like outside.

The Classic Platform

Nothing embodies the 1970s vibe quite like towering heels in lustrous shades and suede. Opt for a chunky sandal in a fun pastel or an updated clog in a rich brown hue. They’re the perfect anchor to high-waisted jeans, flared cords and flowy dresses.

Anyone can channel their inner Joni Mitchell and Janis Joplin, thanks to designers embracing the care-free decades of our past. The best part? These retro-inspired pieces are the perfect transitional staples to take you from season to season.

Tackle seasonal dressing the retro way.

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