Overview of the 1960sClothing styles have always mirrored the prevailing attitudes of thetimes and this is certainly true of fashion in the 1960s. The decade wasmarked by sweeping social change and the domination of youth culture- baby boomers were growing up and demanded their own fashionstyle.Designers responded with a much more liberal, daring approach tofashion, boasting colourful fabrics and bold designs.The 1960s saw fashion reject the conventions and niceties of previouseras. Clothing broke with social traditions that dictated what could beworn when and by whom. In the past, attire had been divided in toformal and casual wear, and distinct separations were made betweenthe styles of clothing worn by men and women. The 1960s, however,saw the emergence of unisex clothing such as denim jeans, which couldbe worn by both sexes.