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18 Reasons the ’70s Outshone the ’80s

The decade that keeps winning.

By Sabrina Fernandez

Published 5 days ago in Feels

The ‘70s had their own style and they proved it by dancing to their own beat, they had attitude and no fear. In the ‘70s people were confident, and wanted to changed the world just through their way of living.


So when the ‘80s arrived, they had a tough fight to win. Even without naming specific examples jus yet, there’s a chance that in some ways they did, but there are many reasons why the ‘70s are still loved and preferred by most.


These reasons are for anyone curious on why everyone’s so nostalgic about the ‘70s and what was it that truly set the decade apart from everything else.

  • 1

    Design was warm and natural

    Earth tones and cozy things were in style.

    Design was warm and natural

  • 2

    TV shows were honest

    Storylines made you feel more connected to everyday life.

    TV shows were honest

  • 3

    Movies were groundbreaking

    Filmmakers pushed new ideas and gave us classics.

    Movies were groundbreaking

  • 4

    Architecture had both style and comfort

    Even if it looked simple, it felt more human.

    Architecture had both style and comfort

  • 5

    Connection was in person

    There were fewer screens so people actually went out and had fun.

    Connection was in person

  • 6

    Creativity wasn't thought about too much

    Artists simply took risks without worrying about perfection.

    Creativity wasn't thought about too much

  • 7

    Live music was real

    Concerts felt more genuine.

    Live music was real

  • 8

    Cars had personality

    Muscle cars and their unique designs ruled the roads.

    Cars had personality

  • 9

    Journalism was deeper

    Investigative reports had everyone's attention and it was hard work.

    Journalism was deeper

  • 10

    Outdoor activities were more common

    Hiking, camping, and making picnics became popular.

    Outdoor activities were more common

  • 11

    Fashion was bold

    People experimented more instead of chasing what was trendy.

    Fashion was bold

  • 12

    Athletes became icons

    They became inspiration around the world.

    Athletes became icons

  • 13

    Technology was beginning

    Early computers opened new doors for tech.

    Technology was beginning

  • 14

    Communities were stronger

    There were shared values and local culture meant something.

    Communities were stronger

  • 15

    Music was diversed

    Different genres emerged all at once, without judgement.

    Music was diversed

  • 16

    Social movements showed real progress

    Civil rights, and women's right took action and grew fast.

    Social movements showed real progress

  • 17

    Books explored new concepts

    Writers took big risks and created new things.

    Books explored new concepts

  • 18

    A decade with fearless energy

    The '70s embraced new ideas and creativity flowed easily.

    A decade with fearless energy

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