Do you need simple to follow directions for how to make a 60's Halloween costume? When most people think of 1960's fashion, they think of the hippies' style. The 1960's counter culture had a signature style that's easy to emulate. Read on to learn how to make a hippie Halloween costume, step by step.
1960's Fashion Details to Add
- Long strings of beads
- Fringed Vest or Jacket
- Open leather sandals
- Large hoop earrings (for women)
Introduction
1960's fashion encompassed a wide range of styles, from Jacqueline Kennedy's pill box hat and pearls, to long haired hippies in tie dye and sandals. Either look would be a great Halloween costume, and if you're looking for a creative couple's Halloween costume, you might want to consider going as "both sides of the 60's". This page will walk you through the counter-culture side, by teaching you how to dress as a hippie for Halloween
Step 1: Bell Bottom Jeans
While you can use any jeans if you're in a pinch, true 60's jeans were worn low on the waist, and were wider at the bottom than the top. These hip hugger bell bottoms were also usually adorned with symbols of the times- peace symbols, flowers, and astrological signs were popular adornments. If you want an authentic look, you should embroider the jeans, and sew on fabric patches, but fabric paint and markers can be used if you're in a hurry.
Step 2: Tie Dye
A tie-dyed shirt will help you get that authentic hippies look. If you don't own one, they're easy to make. You can use any plain white t-shirt, either long or short sleeved. make sure to select vibrant colors for your tie dye-hot pink and neon green were very popular in the 60's.
Step 3: 1960's Hair
Long is best. If you don't have long hair, consider in investing in a wig - either long straight hair or a fluffy Afro-style would be appropriate. Both men and women wore embroidered headbands around the forehead. weaving flowers and ribbons in the hair would be a nice touch for a woman.
