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70s Fancy Dress

70s fancy dress is all about flares, flower power and shapes thrown under a glitter ball. This collection covers disco costumes, hippie outfits, bell-bottom trousers and the big-hair and round-shades accessories that pull a 1970s look together, for men and women.

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Choosing your 70s fancy dress style

The 1970s had two very different moods, and most costumes lean one way or the other. Disco is shiny, fitted and made for the dance floor. Hippie style is relaxed, floaty and full of fringe, flowers and peace signs. Pick whichever suits the party and your dancing ability, or mix both for a proper 70s festival feel.

70s lookKey piecesBest forHonest tip
Disco divaShiny dress or jumpsuit, platform shoes, big hairDance-heavy partiesSatin-look fabric shows creases, so hang it up early
Disco kingWide-collar shirt, flares, medallionBirthdays and office partiesPolyester flares get warm, so wear a thin top underneath
HippieFringed waistcoat, headband, round shadesFestivals and garden partiesSets are often one size, so check the length
Accessories onlyAfro wig, tinted glasses, peace necklaceLast-minute plansPair with jeans and a patterned shirt you already own

Men’s 70s fancy dress

For men, flares are the backbone of almost every 1970s outfit. A pair of bell-bottoms with a wide-collar shirt and a gold medallion gives you instant disco, while a fringed waistcoat and headband gets you to Woodstock. Budget flares can be long in the leg, so you may need to hem them or wear platforms. A big collar is non-negotiable, so check the shirt actually has one. Finish with a big afro from our fancy dress wigs range and some tinted round party glasses.

Women’s 70s fancy dress

Women can go glam with a shimmering disco dress or keep it boho with a poncho, flared trousers and a flower crown. Feathered hair and a headscarf from our fancy dress hats section are nice touches, and a bit of glitter from our face paint collection adds sparkle. More styles sit in our women’s fancy dress range, with matching ideas for him in men’s fancy dress.

70s disco fancy dress for groups

The 70s is one of the best themes for groups because everyone can do their own take. Disco nights, hen dos and fortieth birthdays all suit it, and our hen and stag fancy dress range has more party ideas. A few quick tips:

In this guide

  1. Choosing your 70s fancy dress style
  2. Men’s 70s fancy dress
  3. Women’s 70s fancy dress
  4. 70s disco fancy dress for groups
  5. Questions people ask

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Quick answers about 70s fancy dress: sizing, quality and what to buy. Still unsure? Our size guide and theme pages have more help.

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What do you wear to a 70s party?

Flared trousers are the easiest starting point, paired with a wide-collar shirt for disco or a fringed waistcoat for hippie style. Add an afro or feathered wig, round tinted glasses and plenty of attitude.

What is the difference between disco and hippie 70s fancy dress?

Disco is shiny and glamorous, with sequins, satin, platforms and big collars. Hippie style is earthier, with fringe, flowers, headbands and peace signs. Both are classic 1970s looks.

How do I make a quick 70s costume?

Start with jeans or flares and a patterned shirt you already own, then add an afro wig and some round shades. A headband and peace necklace instantly turns it hippie. Our fancy dress accessories are a quick way to fill the gaps.

Do 70s flares come up long?

Many budget flares are cut long so they flare properly over shoes, which can mean tripping if you’re on the shorter side. Wear them with platforms or a heel, or take them up a little before the party.

What 70s costume is good for a couple?

A disco duo in matching shiny outfits always works, as does a pair of hippies with headbands and round shades. You could also go half and half, with one disco and one hippie, for a fun contrast.

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