In the Mood For…Men in Bell-Bottoms
Bell-bottoms are back in a big way at Men’s Fashion Week Spring 2016, both on the runway—from Gucci’s ‘70s-inspired jeans, to Acne’s wide-leg trousers—and on the streets. Here, a brief history of how they’ve been worn throughout history.
1
Jimi Hendrix, 1967.
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2
David Bowie, 1971.
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3
Elvis Presley, 1972.
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4
The Jackson 5, 1972.
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5
The Tonight Show host, Johnny Carson, circa 1970.
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6
Fashion designer Yves Saint Laurent, 1968.
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7
Queen, circa 1970.
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8
Sonny Bono, 1973.
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9
The Bee Gees, 1973.
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10
Mick Jagger performing with the Rolling Stones, 1973.
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11
John Travolta in Saturday Night Fever, 1977.
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12
Prince, 1985.
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