Do you ever find yourself thinking about how different life was back in the 70s? From the music to the technology, it can feel a little surreal to look back and remember what it was like to grow up in that era. If you’re a parent now, explaining some of the things you grew up … Read more
Marjoe Gortner, an ordained minister at the age of 4, released an Oscar-winning documentary in 1972 that exposed his evangelical career as a fraud. He also recorded an album and had a solid career as an actor. Yet, he remains mostly forgotten today. That’s a shame. His story is powerful and interesting. He turned his … Read more
Do you remember when hot pants were a big trend in the 1970s? The style seemed to have emerged from nowhere. Then, suddenly, everyone was wearing them, and there was a hot pants outfit for every occasion. But where did they come from, why were they so popular, and why did they fall out of … Read more
Home appliances were once considered an essential part of our homes. Rather than being merely mundane and functional, they had cool aspects that made our lives easier and added a decorative touch. Let’s explore some vintage appliances with unique features you would love to have in your home today. 1. Mary Tyler Moore’s Chef’s Kitchen … Read more
The 1970s had some seriously great music! With Marvin Gaye’s soulful tunes and Carole King’s heartfelt lyrics, it’s a decade that’ll always stick in your mind. But out of all the joyful and uplifting tunes, a few stand-out tracks broke our hearts. Whether it was a simple love song with a devastatingly sad story or … Read more
The United States was obsessed with outer space during the late 1950s and 1960s. After the launch of Sputnik in 1957, we were obsessed with getting our own astronauts into space and getting a man on the moon before the Russians. Suddenly everything had an outer space theme. Cars were designed to look sleek and … Read more
Do you remember Fern Bars? In the prehistoric dawn of time, before dating apps and the Internet, you only had a few ways to meet other singles interested in dating. And one of those ways involved hitting the bar scene. Enter the “Fern Bar,” a bar designed to feel homey and comfortable, so women would … Read more
Are you ready to get festive and take a trip down memory lane? If so, you’re in for a treat! With the holidays just around the corner, now is the perfect time to dig up those classic retro Christmas TV specials from the ’60s, ’70s, and ’80s. Today, we’re focusing on the 1970s, which I … Read more
If there has ever been a fashion trend that needs to be brought back—now!—it’s the Hostess Dress. Popular from the 1930s through the 1970s, women wore Hostess Dresses (also called a Hostess Gown) at their dinner parties to indicate that this party was a swanky affair, but also relaxed because it was being held at … Read more
Are you looking for some retro kitchen inspiration? If so, you have come to the right place! In this blog post, we showcase 15 colorful vintage mid-century modern kitchens. These kitchens will brighten your day and inspire your creativity! 1. Pretty in Pink The kitchen in this 1940s bungalow in St. Cloud, MN, still retains … Read more
