@helenS As someone who grew up in the 70's, yes there was plenty of bad taste to go around but nothing to compare with the "New Wave" looks of the early 80's, look up "Flock of Seagulls" if you doubt this.
@helenS Oh my eyes, my eyes will never be the same again, girls wearing a garbage bag with a belt! Totally agree, think the New Wave was supposed to be the polar opposite of good music, or they sure tried hard to make it seem that way, lots of synthesizers and little talent 🙃