50s and 60s fashion may be all the rage right now thanks to Mad Men, but it seems like the 1970s are making a comeback. 70s styling was all over the Fall RTW runways, from Akris to Chloe to DKNY (pictured above, courtesy of style.com). High-rise, wide-legged trousers showed up in several collections – an ideal alternative to the slim leg silhouette.

To work this look your pants must fit like a glove, no dragging hems and too-tight waistbands allowed. Paired with a belt and a fitted, tucked-in shirt, you’ll be sure to stand out in a sea of skinny jeans.

Another 70s staple you must add to your closet is a long-sleeved, bow-necked blouse such as the navy polkadot and black sheer from Net-a-Porter.com.  Feminine and office-appropriate, it’s a subtle way to channel your inner Bianca Jagger.

By: Sara Constantineau, Vancouver