14 Snapshots of Women’s Lives in the Groovy ’70s

Travel back to the era of bell-bottoms, disco balls, and empowering women with these 14 vibrant photos that capture the essence of life in the 1970s. Picture women rocking funky hairstyles, grooving to the latest hits, and breaking barriers in the workplace—all while balancing family, friendships, and a hefty dose of sass.

1. Workin’ It

“In 1974, Masahisa Fukase photographed his wife, Yōko Wanibe, every morning from the window of their apartment in Tokyo as she left for work.”

2. Like Mother, Like Child

“1974 Can’t get much more 70’s than this. My mom and me.”

3. Wonder Woman

Linda Carter ‘lifts’ a car while in character as her iconic superhero.

4. Blushing Bride

“My parents wedding in 1978.”

5. Skater Girl

Skateboarding champion Ellen O’Neill practices her moves.

6. Summertime Sandra

Actress Sandra Bullock at her home in 1978.

7. Telephone Hour

“In the days before cell phones- Students in a girls’ dormitory lined up to make calls to friends and family, 1970s.”

8. Cool Car, Cooler Girls

“Women just lounging on a car, 1970s.”

9. Cherry Bomb

“The Runaways 1970s.”

10. Car Chillin’

“Hanging out in the gloriously cool 1970s.”

11. So Fresh, So Clean

“New washer and dryer, 1971.”

12. Dreamy Days

“Fleetwood Mac performing Dreams in 1977. Stevie Nicks was 29.”

13. On The Frontlines

“Women gearing up for Bangladesh Liberation War circa 1971.”

14. Puff, Puff Pass

“My mother smoking out of a pipe in 1978. She was 17 years old.”

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