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Parachute Pants

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My daughter was preparing a skit for the camp she is attending and one of the songs they were going to use is “Can’t Touch This” by MC Hammer. She had NO idea who MC Hammer was, so I made her watch the video. I told her she would have to do the […]

Air Jordan

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When Air Jordan shoes first came out in 1985, they became extremely popular all due to the endorsement by Michael Jordan who was then recognized as one of the best basketball players of all time. The problem was that the shoes were very expensive. There were many rumors floating around about kids beating […]

Saddle Shoes

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Saddle Shoes first gained popularity in the 50s and 60s when you could pick up a pair for about $3.00. Saddle Shoes are two-toned leather shoes most frequently seen in black and white. Other popular colors have included brown/white, blue/white, red/white and pink/white. Both the toe and the back are white. […]

Gym Uniforms

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Gym uniforms have definitely changed over the years! My first gym uniform was at middle school in 7th grade. It was a one piece cotton (not knit) green gym suit. It was so ugly and uncomfortable. We used to roll-up the shorts and arms just to be a little comfortable. […]

Rainbow Sandals

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Ahh, the 70s! I grew up in Southern California where there were a lot of hip fashions - bell bottoms, peasant shirts, peace signs. All of those come and go over the years, but there is one that has persisted. The Rainbow Sandal was created 35 years ago after Jay Longley noticed […]

Wallabees

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No not the animal, the shoe! These shoes were very popular in the 70s. I had a pair of chocolate brown ones, but the most popular color was a tan. They only had two lace holes and the bottom of the shoe was a crepe rubber. These were the most comfortable […]