Back in the day, pattern was king and the leisure look was sought after. Not much has changed, though there are big differences between the attention-grabbing warm weather looks that exist now and those of the past.
Due to progress in production capabilities and advancements in fabric construction, today’s designers are truly capable of creating anything they can conceivably imagine. And where the imagination lacks, functions in the Adobe creative suite of products lend a hand. <Pattern, Make.>
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Here, we check out throw-back looks that are undoubtedly inspired by the well-developed patterns and looks of the 70s, but (thankfully) widely available now and re-envisioned in contemporary fabrics with modern technologies. Boardshorts that Jack Tripper would envy but with 4-way stretch and advanced drying technology? Yes, please.
Spring Style | Retro Vibes:
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Spring Style | Retro Vibes
Stay cool with boardshorts, button downs and more inspired by the 70s. Spring style gets retro vibes.
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Roark Revival, Fast Times Woven by Jamie Thomas
Good clothes come with good stories? Word on the street is that Jamie Thomas found a similar shirt, to the Fast Times Woven, $68, at a swap meet in Hawaii. Vintage styling at its best.
Photo: Roark Revival
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Catch Surf, Waikiki 16
Get that vintage surf style with these tan boardies, with maroon & white stripes. But with 4-way stretch fabric, and silicon-grip draw cord, the function of these trunks is all modern. Try the Waikiki 16" Trunk in Desert Rock, $64.95, by Catch Surf.
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Huf, Cromer White
Super, super simple, in the most understated color sneakers come in, the Cromer in white, by Huf, $70, may even make Baby jealous.
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HippyTree, Pomona Tank
Get those arms some sun. Try the Pomona Tank, $34, by HippyTree. This fine knit jersey tank has a throw back indigo/brown stripe, with tagless interior neck screen, and woven labels at hip & side seem.
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Rhythm, Minds Eye Cap
The Minds Eye Cap, $39.99, by Rhythm Livin has a throw back silhouette, but with a modern graphic we don't quite know if we understand. But that's ok. Available in port (maroon), or navy, with white piping.
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Rhythm, Talofa Trunk in Henna
Inspired by a psychedelic tapestry print, these (deliberately) washed out boardshorts bring to life the spirit of a past generation. Try the Talofa Trunks in Henna, by Rhythm Livin, $79.99.
Photo: Rhythm Livin
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Captain Fin, Psych City SS Woven
Made of 100% cotton, this printed herringbone short sleeve shirt is pristine white, with a subtle stripe print across the front. Try the Psych City SS Woven, by Captain Fin, $60
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Catch Surf, Musabi Short Sleeved Shirt
All over print never looked so good as it does in the Musabi Short Sleeved Shirt, in pink, $64.95, by Catch Surf.
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Rusty, Paragon Short Sleeve Tee
The Paragon Short Sleeve Tee, $39.95, is a soft cotton tee, with a vintage wash. Made with a tall fit, no worries being over 6' and accidentally showing some stomach.
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Afends, Hemp Trunk 2.0 in Mustard
Made of hemp and recycled polyster, these 16.5" boardshorts (which hit right above the knee), are sure to be your new favorite. Try the Hemp Trunk 2.0 in Mustard, by Afends, $77.19.
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