Tie-dye clothes, an iconic symbol of the ’60s and 7os fashion, began making an astounding comeback in the summer of 2019, but there is a heavy debate on whether the clothing style should remain in the past. When you think of 7os style, the first thing that comes to mind is Woodstock, Bell Bottoms, The Beatles, Watergate, Shag Carpeting, and of course Tie Dye Clothing. The idea behind the clothing originated in the 1960s and 7os as an ode to the Counterculture Movement and a symbol of change.
The younger generation during that time took note of Tie Dye Clothing, and because they deemed themselves as “Hippies,” an acronym of the phrase “Hip for Change,” it became a symbol for a happier and more peaceful life, and rightfully so. The period between the 195os up until the 60s, or the “Culture of Destruction,” as it would become more formally known, was heavily influenced by the Korean War and the threat of a potential Nuclear War with Cuba, giving birth to the Cuban Missile Crisis.
The Influence of Tie Dye Clothing
Much of the Western World, including Western Europe, the United States, and Canada, was left feeling tired after the chaos of the 195os, and therefore, there was no question that the push for change was on the horizon. The idea for the Counterculture Movement was to an extent viewed as an extension of the Civil Rights Movement a social movement that was best known for introducing Civil Rights, and ending Segregation and became one of the more notable influences on the Counterculture Movement.
This movement was also attributed to a freer lifestyle that introduced the recreational use of psychoactive drugs, casual sex, expressive art, folk and rock music, and relaxed attitudes. Due to the push for Peace, Love, Freedom, Social Justice, and Outward Expressiveness, the 1969 Woodstock Music Festival was introduced to allow the people of the movement to expand their minds through music with the hope of encouraging societal unification.
It is believed that this style and its connection to Woodstock promoted psychedelic, sexual, and positive energy prompting attendees to purchase shirts in support of this. Even the festival’s musical lineup, including Joe Cocker, Janis Joplin, and John Sebastian, wore the shirts on stage. Could this perhaps be why today’s society believes the trend should be left in the past because of the controversial symbolism?
Tie Dye Clothing’s Modern Influence
Interestingly, Tie-Dye Clothing dates back many centuries to 4,000 B.C., but as we are well aware it has reemerged as a fashion staple over the past several years. But why did it return in the first place? And what is the driving force behind its return?
It is thought the strict guidelines and lack of human contact during the Covid-19 Pandemic may have been a contributing factor as at became a symbol of banding together during a global crisis. On the other hand, it is also considered a symbol of societal unrest.
If you think about it Tie Dye Clothing has had a lot of negative connotations attached it such as the Vietnam War also an era where engaging in sins of the flesh and illegal drugs were considered okay. So, why not let the past be the past and discover a new symbol of unity? It’s a question we have all asked ourselves from time to time and something that is sure to be questioned for generations to come.
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