Remembering the 70s: What Life Looked Like in 1974
Generation after generation, the main objective in life is to look cool while doing all the other things you're supposed to, like going to school and working. And almost no one succeeds. But the 1970s probably has the highest success rate. Some of the best music in all of history was born in that decade, which also sparked new fads that changed everything. We're looking at you Edgar Winter and “Frankenstein”.
Today, we're focused on 1974, the year after the U.S. called it quits in Vietnam and the year Richard Nixon did a mic drop in front of a helicopter as he was being kicked out of the highest office in the land. So, lots going on. Take a while and drop in on what it looked like to be alive then.
Mother & Daugther
Enjoying some time by themselves.
Bar Waitresses
Way out of your league.
Rollerskater
A trend that never went away.
Family Roadtrip
Living on the road.
Record Store Clerks
This is where it was at.
Prom Date
Looking good.
Striking a Pose
They're ready to start a band.
Cool Kid
Wearing pants like that made you automatically cool.
Last Day of High School
See you never!
Ladies' Night
Party like there's no tomorrow.
'70s Glasses
Those weren't just for Elton John.
Getting Ready
A very loving girlfriend took this picture.
Spanish Cool
A time when everyone knew exactly how to dress.
Party Time
Are you gonna finish that bottle on your own?
New York Streets
Never quiet.
Family Photo
No two haircuts alike.
Posing with Car
Long hair, a moustache, and a cheap car meant you made it in the '70s.
Showing Off
Women look better alongside their cars, it's just a fact.
Cheerleader Team
Right before a match.
Shoe Store Clerk
You could buy some shows and fall in love at the same time.
