A 1970s Fashion History Lesson: Disco, Denim, and the Liberated Woman Vogue 70s Black Maxi Dress Halter Style w Open Back and Gold Chains by Funky RareJule Vintage 1970s Black Ruffle Party Dress: Vintage High Low Open Shoulder In the 1970s, African American fashion was a dazzling fusion of pride, power, and pure groove. Think wide leg pants, sequins, satin shirts, and sky high platforms outfits that lit up the dance