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I LOVE 1972
Toys

The Hacky Sac was invented by an injured sportsman and roller boots were all the rage.

SkatesRoller Skates
Just like ski-ing, they promised, but without the snow.

safe ballHacky sac
At last kids could play keepy-ups without smashing the telly.

Card gameUno
Not a car made by Fiat, but an infuriating card game.



1972 Toys: Roller Skates | Hacky Sac | Uno


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70s fashions
1970 Hippie chic
1971 Platform boots
1972 Quiffs
1973 Glam rock
1974 Birthday suits
1975 Perms
1976 Punk
1977 Flares
1978 Lycra
1979 Designer jeans
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