When comparing modern days to today, the 1970s might seem like a totally different place to some folks. The 1970s began about 55 years ago, which isn't all that long ago, relatively, but the people, the trends, and the technology especially are so much different now. It's cool to look back on life and lifestyle in the '70s. The trends were different, hobbies were interesting, and society in general was a lot groovier and bolder.

The 1970s were an important and pretty revolutionary time. There are a whole lot of important events and people who came from the decade, but there were a lot of good vibes, too. Design and fashion back then was funky and interesting. What might seem tacky now was once super cool, and honestly it still is kind of cool. 1970s interior design and trends were fun, and probably something many people miss.

For anyone who wants to learn more about the 1970s, enjoy these 24 images showcasing the design elements and overall vibe of the 70s. This is how people lived and what their lived looked like back in the '70s.