History Of The 1960's Hippie Movement

The third item found in the capsule was a 1960’s Hippie dress. In the 60’s, the Hippies believed that the dress was part of the statement of who you were, included brightly colored, ragged clothes, tie dyed t-shirts, beads, sandals (or barefoot), and jewelry. All of these things served to differentiate them from the straight or square mainstream segments of society. They were averted to commercialism which influenced their style of dress. They mostly purchased their clothing at flea markets or second hand shops. The hippies in the 1960’s era were opposed to political and social violence. Their idea was focused on peace, love, and personal freedom. The 1960’s hippies movement was seen as a religious movement.