Icon of the era; 1970s

Farrah Fawcett  

Farrah Fawcett is a famous actress and model known throughout the 1970s, in particular for her big, luscious, curled locks that inspired girls and their mothers alike to adopt the big, fluffy hair that in previous decades was flattened or chopped off- and not seen in style until the 70s. 

Born on February 2nd 1947, she starred in the hit first season of Charlies Angels, where she wore the iconic red swimsuit. A picture that alone, sold 6 million copies in its first year. She also received her first golden globe nomination for this role. She then proceeded to act in multiple other award winning shows and films. 

In terms of fashion, Farrah ranged from understated chic, to full on glamour when the time called for it. The 1970s brought on a wave of genderless style, with trousers becoming fashionable for women again since the 1940s and post war. Flared trousers for women and men alike also became popular, with power suits and smart collars also on trend. Farrah helped make way for a mix of textiles and material such as cord jackets with denim trousers and vice versa. Gender became interchangeable with men in the music scene donning heeled platform boots whilst women wear tighter trousers originally made for men. 

The 1970s further changed boundaries in gender specific clothing with women carrying on from the influence of the 60s mini skirt, and wearing tighter trousers that flare out to at the ankle. Leather jackets and flannel also rose in popularity for women- originally worn by motorcyclists and lumbermen. 

Overall, Farrah became a trendsetter for the 70s, with many people still going to their hairdressers and asking for the Farrah Fawcett.