Question 1

What is ’70s furniture called?

Accepted Answer

What ’70s furniture is called depends on its style. Generally, pieces from this decade can be called vintage furniture. However, pieces with certain stylistic characteristics have other names. For example, some 1970s furniture is mid-century modern. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, was developed in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of 1970s furniture.

Question 2

Are platform shoes from the 70s?

Accepted Answer

No, platform shoes are not from the ‘70s. Platform shoes have been around for centuries, with origins in Greek theater. Salvatore Ferragamo popularized the footwear again in the 1930s with his rainbow-soled design. Find vintage and contemporary platform shoes from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.

Question 3

How should I dress for a ’70s party?

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There are a few options for how you should dress for a ’70s party. You can go for the hippie look with dramatic bell-bottoms, fringed jackets and vests and embroidered blouses, or try a sporty look by pairing a vintage tee with high-waisted, button-fly flared jeans and clogs or platform shoes. For a straight-from-the-disco aesthetic, look for surplice and halter dresses decked out in sequins. Men can make a 1970s-inspired statement with a leisure suit or bell-bottoms matched with a turtleneck. Aviator sunglasses are great accessories for both men and women. On 1stDibs, explore a selection of 1970s apparel and accessories.

Question 4

What do you wear to a 70s party?

Accepted Answer

In order to dress for a ‘70s party, it is important to dress in the styles of the day. Namely, opt for bell-bottom jeans, polyester tops, shirts and jackets with wide lapels, peasant tops and halter tops. Additionally, choose bright colors and patterns such as tie-dye.

Question 5

What are 70s boots called?

Accepted Answer

From crinkle boots to platform boots, there were many different styles of boot found in the 1970s. One of the most popular and famous styles from the time was the go-go boot which first rose to prominence in the 60s. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of vintage boots from the 1970s from some of the world’s top boutiques.

Question 6

What sunglasses were popular in the 70s?

Accepted Answer

The sunglasses that were popular in the 70s were those that were large and often square in shape. A popular 70s style was the aviator style. Many of the 70s style glasses were characterized by colored lenses and funky frames. Shop 1970s sunglasses and other vintage sunglasses on 1stDibs.

Question 7

What were the ’70s glasses called?

Accepted Answer

What the ’70s glasses were called depended on the shape of their frames. Sunglasses and eyeglasses that feature rounded frames with a double bridge are aviator glasses. The oversized women's sunglasses that feature curved, thick frames are butterfly sunglasses, while the angular looks worn by Elton John and other celebrities of the 1970s are square sunglasses. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of vintage sunglasses.

Question 8

What skirts were popular in the 70s?

Accepted Answer

Many kinds of skirts were popular in the 1970s, including denim skirts, A-line skirts, and peasant skirts. Earth tones, pastels, and wildly colorful patterns were common styles of the 70s. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a wide collection of vintage 1970s skirts from some of the world’s top boutiques.

Question 9

How do you identify 1930s furniture?

Accepted Answer

To identify 1930s furniture, first see if you can spot a maker's mark in hidden areas, such as the back, base, inside of drawers or under tabletops and seats. Trusted online resources can help you determine who produced your furniture based on these markings, and from there, you can research more to get a rough idea of how old your item is. A piece's characteristics can also be helpful when dating furniture. Many items made during the 1930s are examples of Art Deco furniture. Art Deco furniture is characterized by geometric patterns and luxurious materials, such as shagreen, marble, mother of pearl, mirrored glass, exotic animal hides and rare woods like mahogany, ebony and zebra wood. A certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer can provide an expert opinion on when your piece was likely made. On 1stDibs, explore a range of 1930s furniture.

Question 10

How do you identify 1800s furniture?

Accepted Answer

To identify 1800s furniture, first check to see if your piece bears any maker's marks. Should you locate any, researching them using trusted online resources can help you determine the maker and age of your furniture. To determine if unmarked pieces date back to the 19th century, look for tool marks and variations in their carvings and ornamentation. Since 19th-century furniture was handmade, you should expect to find these signs of hand craftsmanship. A piece that shows no marks or inconsistencies in details is likely a contemporary machine-made reproduction. Familiarizing yourself with the characteristics of Rococo, Chippendale, Gothic Revival, neoclassical and other 19th-century styles can also be helpful. If you struggle to make an identification, consider consulting a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, find a range of 19th-century furniture.

Question 11

What is 1920s furniture called?

Accepted Answer

What 1920s furniture is called depends on its style. However, the most prominent design style of the decade was Art Deco. The term alone conjures visions of the Roaring Twenties, Machine Age metropolises, vast ocean liners, sleek typography and Prohibition-era hedonism. The iconic movement made an indelible mark on all fields of design throughout the 1920s and ’30s, celebrating society’s growing industrialization with refined elegance and stunning craftsmanship. Art Deco furniture often featured bold geometric lines, floral forms, shimmering mirrored finishes, sleek metal accents, and the use of expensive materials such as shagreen or marble as well as exotic woods such as mahogany, ebony and zebra wood. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of Art Deco furniture.

Question 12

What is 1950s furniture called?

Accepted Answer

1950s furniture is called vintage furniture. Some pieces produced during this period may be considered mid-century modern based on their characteristics. Mid-century modern design refers to the variety of modernism that rose to prominence in the 1940s and ’50s. It displays many of the characteristics of the earlier versions of modernism, including simple forms and a focus on functionality. Other traits common in mid-century modern furniture include unadorned silhouettes, clean lines and mixed materials, emphasizing wood, wool, steel and plastic. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of 1950s furniture.

Question 13

What do you call furniture from the 1960s?

Accepted Answer

Furniture from the 1960s is often called mid-century modern. This style emphasizes the importance of good design that looks attractive and performs its function well. Notable mid-century modern designers include Eero Saarinen, George Nelson, Florence Knoll and Charles and Ray Eames. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of mid-century modern furniture.

Question 14

What is 1970s furniture called?

Accepted Answer

What 1970s furniture is called varies. Generally, you may see pieces produced during the decade classified as "vintage" or "retro" furniture. During the 1970s, some makers continued to produce furniture that boasted the characteristics of mid-century modern works. The disco era yielded furnishings with organic, often rounded shapes, unadorned silhouettes, clean lines and a mix of materials. The showy leather furniture of the 1970s, which was both sexy and comfortable, is seeing a resurgence in today’s homes. Shop a wide variety of vintage 1970s furniture on 1stDibs.

Question 15

What is 1960s-style furniture called?

Accepted Answer

Generally, 1960s-style furniture is called mid-century modern. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Some of the most notable furniture designers of the time include Charles and Ray Eames, Arne Jacobsen, Eero Saarinen and Hans J. Wegner. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of mid-century modern furniture.

Question 16

What is the 1950s furniture style called?

Accepted Answer

The best-known 1950s furniture style is called mid-century modern. Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three phrases that describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style emerged primarily in the years following World War II through creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Mid-century modern designers combined natural and human-made materials, such as teak, rosewood and oak woods as well as steel, fiberglass and molded plywood. Some well-known mid-century modern designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia, Isamu Noguchi and George Nelson. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of mid-century modern furniture.

Pink 70s Furniture

Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vases

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Vintage 1970s European Club Chairs

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Stools

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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vases

Signed Tall Incised Glazed Ceramic Studio Piece Pink Vase Mid-Century Modern 70s

Vintage 1960s Italian Space Age Vases

Violet Murano Glass 1960/70s vase by Fratelli Toso

20th Century British Posters

Alice in Wonderland, #2 Unframed Poster, 1960'S / 70'S RR

2010s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Organic Modern 70s Style Pink Velvet & Brass Sofa Sectional Manhattan

2010s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Organic Moderm 70s Style Pink Velvet & Brass Accent Chair Manhattan Handcrafted

Vintage 1970s Moroccan Art Deco Moroccan and North African Rugs

Pink Vintage Moroccan rug from 70s 100% wool 7.2x12.5 Ft 220x380 Cm

Vintage 1970s Moroccan Art Deco Moroccan and North African Rugs

Pink Vintage Moroccan Berber Rug from 70s 100% wool 7x12.5 Ft 210x380 Cm

Vintage 1970s Moroccan Art Deco Moroccan and North African Rugs

Pink Vintage Moroccan Berber Rug from 70s 100% wool 7.2x9.5 Ft 220x290 Cm

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Italian Midcentury Tecnosalotto Chairs 70's

Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Contemporary Art

After Vasarely red, blue, pink Couple Op Art Paintings Fiberglass 70's

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Six 1960s-70s "Cantilever" Chairs

Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls

Pink Bowl by J. Hospodka, Chribska Sklarna, Czechoslovakia, 1960s/70s

Vintage 1960s Vases

Vintage Murano Pink Alabastro Opal Glass Vase Seguso Design 70s Italian

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Midcentury Barovier & Toso Pink Murano Glass Vase with Silver Leaf 70s Italy

Vintage 1970s Table Lamps

Vintage Murano Baby Mushroom Lamp in Soft Rose Pink Glass Italian 70s Original

Vintage 1970s Italian Table Lamps

Vintage Murano Baby Mushroom Lamp in Soft Rose Pink Glass Italian 70s Original

Vintage 1970s Flush Mount

Large Vintage Murano 70s Flush Mount Wall Ceiling Lamp pink White Swirl Glass

Vintage 1970s Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Large Vintage Murano Sommerso Geode Bowl Red Pink Glass 70s Poche

Vintage 1970s Picture Frames

Vintage Murano Vetri 70s Glass Photo Picture Frame Fiori Pink Red Glass Flowers

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Large Murano 70s Bubble Gum Pink Swirl Glass Mushroom Table Lamp

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Mid-Century Barovier & Toso Pink Murano Glass Vase with Silver Leaf 70s Italy

Mid-20th Century Italian Space Age Wall Lights and Sconces

Two 70s Space Age Pink and Green Heavy Glass Wall Sconces by Lupi Cristal Luxor

Mid-20th Century American Space Age Candlesticks

Retro 60s 70s Mid Century Modern Neon Pink Acrylic/Lucite Candleholder Pair

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Bamboo floor lamp by E. Tronconi for Vistosi Italia, from the 70s

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

70’s Giancarlo Piretti ‘Plona’ Folding Chair for Castelli

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