The ’80s were well known for colorful clothing, and nothing is more colorful than neon. Back in the day, the most popular hues were similar to highlighters—bright yellow, orange, green, and pink. Stylish people would wear matching track suits or tops and bottoms in coordinating neon colors.

Retro colors are those that are often less saturated and have a more flat feel than other hues. Retro colors schemes are often used to create an old or vintage feel and have come back into fashion partially due to the popularity of photo filters in mobile phone apps such as Instagram.

2020 Update / PANTONE 2020 is Classic Blue 19-4052. Classic Blue is a timeless hue, elegant in its simplicity. This color is the response to our research for peace and tranquility for the next decade.

Earth tones dominate in this era as the “earth movement” begins in earnest in 1970 with the first Earth Day. Beige, rust, avocado, harvest gold, mustard yellow, earthy brown play together in patterns and solids.

Harvest Gold

To fit in perfectly at a 1970s themed party choose from the following clothing options:

1. Bell-bottom jeans.
2. Polyester leisure suit.
3. Shirts and jackets with wide lapels.
4. Poncho.
5. Tie-dyed shirts or jackets.
6. Peasant blouse or skirt.
7. Halter-top.
8. Army jacket.

Popular early 1970s fashions for women included Tie dye shirts, Mexican ‘peasant’ blouses, folk-embroidered Hungarian blouses, ponchos, capes, and military surplus clothing. Bottom attire for women during this time included bell-bottoms, gauchos, frayed jeans, midi skirts, and ankle-length maxi dresses.

How Did Teenagers Dress in the 80s?

1. More casual clothing like jean jackets, stonewash, and oversized wear.
2. Bright, neon clothing was also paramount.
3. Jelly-style clothing like jelly shoes, bracelets, and other accessories.
4. Workout clothes like sports bras, jumpers, and trainers.
5. Leggings.
6. Shoulder pads.
7. Bomber Jackets.
8. White Sneakers.

The 1980s was possibly the boldest decade in modern fashion history, a magical era of over-the-top silhouettes, teased perms and saturated colors. They were the years of puffed shoulders and power suits, flashy skirts and spandex leggings, velour, leg warmers and voluminous parachute pants.

10 Coolest Fashion Trends in Spring/Summer 2020

1. Shoes Worn Over Pants.
2. Oversized Victorian Sleeves.
3. Chunky Boots with Feminine Dresses.
4. Maxi Faux Leather Coats.
5. Pastel Bucket Hats.
6. Faux Leather Jumpsuits and Boilersuits.
7. Matching Printed Tops and Stockings.
8. Square-Toed Heels.

Just like in 2019, sheer polka dot tights are one of the top tights trends for 2020. We don’t know about you, but we can’t have enough of this leg style. A good pair of black polka dot tights can look good with any outfit, from dresses, skirts… even paired with shorts.

More often than not black tights are a great, safe option to wear on your legs in the winter with dresses and skirts. By tights, I mean opaque hose (that you cannot see through) and that have feet (meaning NO leggings). Many even offer control top now if that’s something you prefer when wearing dresses.

As said, fishnets are in style in 2021. This means you can wear them with whatever you want and you will still be on trend. But if you want to look sophisticated and classy, wear them with skirt suits and mini skirts.

Q. What to wear under a dress to cover legs? A. Tights, leggings, and jeggings are your go-to piece of clothing for covering your legs, especially if you are planning to wear a short dress.

What not to wear with leggings over 40

• Avoid any tops that are higher than mid-thigh.
• Don’t wear tops that are too tight.
• Avoid animal prints (unless you are opting for skinny jeans instead of leggings) and disco fabrics for your leggings and remember that the classier the top, the better leggings will look.

Wearing Leggings at Work. Invest in fancier legging material for an elegant work outfit. Although stretch cotton spandex is very comfortable, it’s not the most elegant choice to wear to work. Instead, try wearing a pair of leather or stretch satin leggings under your work dress.

• Loafers.
• Slides.
• Over-the-Knee Boots.
• Ankle Boots.
• Heels.
• Ballet Flats.
• Sandals. It may surprise you, but sandals can look fantastic when worn with leggings.
• Knee-High Boots. A pair of leggings teamed with knee-high boots makes for a cute autumn or winter outfit.

Leggings are meant to be snug but if they feel like a sausage casing, go up one size. You won’t sacrifice the style and they will be more comfortable. Choose high rise leggings with a wide, no-roll waistband. There’s nothing worse than sitting down and feeling your waistband roll down under your tummy.

Leggings and stirrup leggings are back in fashion in 2021. Are patterned leggings out of style? While patterned leggings are not the most style-proof choice for spring summer 2021, they are not out of fashion. Nevertheless, make sure you style leggings fashionably.

What Not to Wear After 50 and What to Wear Instead

• Too much makeup. Oh yes, we’re getting right into it.
• Baggy and Oversized Clothes. Every few years, a new fashion trend surfaces that includes baggy clothes.
• Light, neutral colors.
• Heels.
• Crop Tops and Hot Pants.
• Too Many Old Fashion Styles.
• Fleece.
• Elastic Waistbands.