Designers and celebrities are embracing the 70s styles and trends

Sarah Jessica Parker and Kylie Minogue are among a host of stars who have found their inner 'hippie chick' by embracing the styles and trends from the 70s.

This season's catwalks are dominated by the decade's iconic styles and trends, including maxi dresses, mini-skirts and hot pants, with designers Marc Jacobs and Rebecca Taylor basing collections on the stylish 70s.

Fashion expert Dawn Hunter said: "The 70s look is one of freedom and expression. It allows the wearer to feel comfortable and stylish at the same time. This year's catwalks - in New York and Paris - were filled with modern-day hippie designs which have been fully embraced by celebs."

Photo: Model of Marc Jacobs from his spring-summer 2011 collection, presented at Mercedes-Benz NY Fashion Week