The 1970s is the era most popular for those having themed fancy dress parties.  This is because 70s costumes are fabulous and the music of the era is great for dancing and keeping a party going.  Disco was popular in the 70s as was large Afro style hair for men and long feathered styles for women.

In order to recreate this Fancydressball.co.uk has a whole range of 70s costumes and accessories.  For men, there are plenty of loud and often gaudy patterned shirts with large collars and colourful suits with flared trousers.  There are also other costumes inspired by movies from the era such as Monty Python and costumes based on those wore by rock band Kiss.Â
For women, there are many brightly coloured tops in paisley patterns or plain block colours. Abba-inspired catsuits were also popular in the 70s and so Fancydressball.co.uk has a range in various colours including bright orange and silver.  You can complete your look by accessorising with large jewellery pieces.

Accessorising your 1970s fancy dress is easy as there is also a range of tinted lens specs in various colours and shapes including stars, as worn by Elton John and large heart shaped frames.  To help complete your 70s costume, there is also a range of wigs available.  There are men and women’s afro styles in various colours and the long feathered look as favoured by Charlie’s Angels.  Tinsel wigs in various colours can give a touch of glam to any disco diva outfit.

Some of the most fun fancy dress costume events are those with a specific theme – and there are so many themes to choose from. Here are some to consider.

Complementary

For a fancy dress event tailored around couples, there are themes that provide the opportunity to dress in complementary outfits. These include vicars and nuns, gangsters and molls, doctors and nurses, and football players and cheerleaders. Other complementary styled themes include cowboys and Indians and cops and robbers.

Decades

Any decade makes a wonderful theme for fancy dress, but some of the most popular are the 20s, 50s, 60, 70s, and 80s. The beauty of decade-based themes is that it allows the fancy dress wearer to choose something from that decade that he or she wants to reflect: the 50s jock or greaser, the 80s punk rocker or preppie.

Films and Video Games

Have a favourite film or video game? Why not use it for a theme? Are you a Sims fan? The Sims Medieval provides the perfect opportunity for medieval fancy dress. Pirates of the Caribbean can serve as inspiration for the would-be swashbuckler.

Another idea is to have your guests to come as characters from their favourite film: Scooby and Daphne, Popeye and Olive Oil, Wilma and Fred, Beetlejuice or a Ghostbuster. Guests can be glamorous, silly, fanciful, or comfortably toned down. For the man uncomfortable with fancy dress costumes, Indiana Jones might be ideal.

These are just a few themes. From Disney and fairy tales to traditional seasonal like Christmas and Halloween, themes are all around.

The 1970s and 1980s were great decades for punk rock and the looks and styles of that genre make for great 70s and 80s fancy dress ideas. 

Punk rock is a musical genre that has its roots in the 1970s, first developing in the USA, UK and Australia between 1974 and 1976.  Its beginnings were rather humble, starting with garage rock and growing from there.  Songs were short, instrumentation was minimal, and the music was fast, with a hard edge to it. 

Key figures in 1970s punk rock include The Clash, Ramones, and the Sex Pistols.  With the rise of these bands came the rise of the punk subculture, from which we draw many of our fancy dress inspiration. 

With the advent of the 1980s also came the advent of faster, more (if you can imagine it) aggressive punk rock, which then branched out to give way to post-punk and the 1990s alternative rock movement. 

To achieve punk fashion for 70s fancy dress, look to the UK.  Many of the punk styles favoured, were based upon designs by Vivienne Westwood and Malcolm McLaren: torn t-shirts with offensive slogans, leather jackets, ripped fishnet stockings, safety pin adorned clothing, studded, spiked and silver jewellery, and heavy eyeliner on men and women. 

The 1980s where much of the same, but included Doc Martin styled and motorcycle or combat boots, bandanas, chains, jeans torn and splattered with bleach and tartan kilts. 

For 80s fancy dress, the 80s Punk Girl Costume includes the tartan skirt, leather-look basque, studded collar and cuffs.  Add Ripped Fishnet Tights and one of the selection of wigs, like the 80s Multi-Coloured Cutie Wig.

In the 1970s and 1980s, Charlie’s Angels ruled the television schedules.  For one hour every week, Kelly Garrett, Sabrina Duncan and Jill Munroe caught our attention and won our hearts as they worked together to solve crimes.  Men wanted to date them; women wanted to be them.  So what better inspiration for a 1970s fancy dress costume event, than the original Angels?

The first place to begin is with the hair.  Jill, played by Farrah Fawcett, had her signature blonde look, much like that of the 1970s Layered Flick Wig in Blonde.  Sabrina, the brainy one of the group, sported a long bob similar to the Cheerleader Wig in Brown or the Party Wig in Black.  For Kelly, it was all glamour and sophistication.  For her, consider the Superstar Wig in dark brown. 

Moving to outfits, the inspiration here is all about emulating the personality.  Jill was sporty and would have easily rocked the 1960s Cheeky Brit Costume.  Sabrina was classic and one could easily see her in the Boogie Babe Costume, with its brown check pattern.  For Kelly, the Foxy Cleopatra Diva Costume is spot on. 

To accessorise the looks, consider false eyelashes, high heel Mary Janes in black for Kelly and Sabrina, and white trainers for Jill.  If you’re comfortable with the idea, add a water pistol; these Angels carried guns.  Of course, the Angels wouldn’t be complete without their Bosley.  So, as the final perfect accessory, find a great guy and put him in a 1970s inspired suit.

Getting the right outfit for your 70s fancy dress party is a very important, but just as important is choosing the right accessories.  Accessories such as the right jewellery can make a themed outfit look just right.  For 70s fancy dress, the jewellery should be big, bold, and preferably shiny.  Large rings are a must and large hoop or drop earrings are also essential for ladies.  Jewellery for men should again consist of large rings, and also medallions that should be worn around the neck with an open shirt.

Large specs with bright coloured frames in unusual shapes such as stars or hearts were made popular by the likes of Elton John.  These are an asset to many 70s inspired costumes.  Fancydressball.co.uk has a wide range of wigs to compliment any outfit, from afro styles to shags for the man who wants a full-bodied head of hair, for the ladies afros and long feathered styles tend to be the most popular.

Of course it is not just about choosing the right things to wear, other factors including the correct make-up can have an effect on the overall look trying to be achieved with your 70s fancy dress costume.  Ladies should have lighter shades of eye shadow, blues and silvers are popular, and lots of mascara.  For men, facial accessories can include false moustaches and beards.  Many men in the 70s grew thick moustaches so if you are trying to achieve an authentic look for your party then a false moustache is the way to go.

Getting the right outfit for your 70′s fancy dress party is a very important, but just as important is choosing the right accessories.  Accessories such as the correct jewellery can make a themed outfit look just right.  For 70s fancy dress, the jewellery should be big, bold, and preferably shiny.  Large rings are necessary and large hoop or drop earrings are essential for ladies.  Jewellery for men should again consist of large rings, and medallions should be worn around the neck with an open shirt.

Large specs with brightly coloured frames in unusual shapes, such as stars or hearts, were made popular by the likes of Elton John.  These are an asset to many 70s-inspired costumes.  Fancydressball.co.uk has a wide range of wigs to complement any outfit, from Afro styles to shags for the man who wants a full-bodied head of hair, for the ladies Afros and long feathered styles tend to be the most popular.

Of course it is not just about choosing the right things to wear, other factors including the correct make-up can have an effect on the overall look trying to be achieved with your 70s fancy dress costume.  Ladies should have lighter shades of eye shadow, blues and silvers are popular, and lots of mascara.  For men, facial accessories can include false moustaches and beards.  Many men in the 70s grew thick moustaches so if you are trying to achieve an authentic look for your party then a false moustache is the way to go.

1970s costumes that have been inspired by celebrities are a big hit when trying to organise a fancy dress party.  It is easier sometimes to choose an outfit just by thinking of your favourite musical artist from that decade, your favourite film, or actor.

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Costumes inspired by musical artists include Elvis Presley, of which there are costumes for both men and women (and children too if they want to dress like the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll) and Michael Jackson, the King of Pop.  There are many 70s films to take inspiration from including Star Wars and The Godfather, although if you cannot find inspiration from that, maybe 70s television shows such as Doctor Who, Fawlty Towers, and Dads’ Army might help.

Fancy dress costumes do not even have to be too complicated, four friends wearing the same suit; with bowl-cut hair (or wig) could easily pass for the Beatles.  Add a few props such as a guitar, a microphone, and some drumsticks and the 70s fancy dress outfits are complete.

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The 70s are perhaps the best decade to try to find a suitable outfit for as there were so many bands becoming well known, television was available in many more homes and people were experimenting more with makeup thanks to the likes of Kiss and David Bowie.

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Fancydressball.co.uk has many perfect outfits and accessories that you might need to help your 70s themed party go with a swing, from afro wigs to big bold jewellery and bright coloured flares, your ideal outfit is easy to find.

Fashion in the 1970s could be extremely glam.  Discos were popular everywhere, and people were travelling for miles to enjoy not just disco, but roller disco too.  Catsuits were very popular outfits for the ladies in the 1970s and a range in various colours can be found at Fancydressball. The outfits in the shiniest fabrics such as satins are the ones that make the biggest statement and will certainly be a talking point of your party.

If you are having a 1970s-themed party then it is not just about getting the right outfit, but also the right accessories too.  Flared bottom trousers were popular for both men and women alike, pantsuits and denim were also popular clothes.  Long feathered hair as inspired by Charlie’s Angels (often known as ‘The Farrah’ named after Farrah Fawcett) was a must, and if this is the way you want to have your hair for your party then you can always resort to a wig.

Fancydressball.co.uk has a wide range of 70′s fancy dress accessories including wigs for ladies.  Afro wigs are available in a variety of colours as are very long poker straight wigs.  Alternatively, you could try your hair as a mass of curls like the boogie babe wig that is in a variety of colours.  For something a little different that is also disco-inspired, the tinsel wig in a range of metallic colours can help to bring a touch of glam and sparkle to any outfit.

If there is one era that men love to dress up for then that is the 1970s.  They get to wear suits and shirts in loud bold colours, big flares and even larger collars as preferred by the pimp known as ‘Huggy Bear’ in the popular 70s TV show, Starsky and Hutch.  The 70s was also the time when disco music and rock were the most often played, roller discos were a common occurrence and parents were trying to ban their children from listening to rock as it was classed as ‘the Devils music’.

If you are hosting a 70s-themed party or you have been invited to one, then Fancydressball.co.uk may have just the right 70s fancy dress for you.  You can go to the party as a member of the rock band Kiss, complete with facial makeup, or you can wear the brightest flared trousers complete with contrasting satin shirt for a disco fever look.
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Your 70s costume will look great with an 70′s Afro wig to finish the look.  If you do not want an Afro, you can always choose the shag style of full-bodied hair, and there are moustache and beard facial hair accessories also available.

Props such as guitars, microphones, and overly sized rings can add to the overall look of the outfit.  Open shirts with large medallions were very popular and Fancydressball.co.uk has several to choose from.  Finally, a pair of Elton John-inspired specs with tinted lenses could be the missing piece that links the whole costume together.

If you love a 70s themed fancy dress event, then fancydressball.co.uk should be your first stop on the way to winning the best costume prize. There is something about that era that makes it so much fun to go back to. There are many icons and celebrities from the 1970s like rock stars Adam Ant and Gene Simmons from Kiss. Looking back on the unique characters from the era, here at Fancy Dress Ball you can find all you need to put together the ideal outfit to rival any at a 70s themed fancy dress party.

We’ve got an amazing selection of 70s fancy dress outfits. We’ve also got some amazing 70s inspired accessories to complete those outfits or ones you’ve come up with on your own. Maybe you don’t feel your look is quite complete, here you will find all the accessories you need to complete your outfit.

The 70s was a time of big, gaudy jewellery. Remember the dollar sign medallions? We’ve got those. Remember the John Lennon specs with coloured lenses? We’ve got those too. We’ve also got the enormous heart shaped specs made popular by pop icon Elton John. (I noticed someone wearing those the other day; are they coming back into style?)

Chunky rings and rings with great big (faux) jewels; pimp hats, 70s styled self-adhesive moustaches, disco hats, a cane – whatever you need to add that bit of something to make your outfit all the more authentic, you can find it here.