Explaining 1960s Groupie Fashion & Culture
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- Опубліковано 3 сер 2024
- Hello dolls, 🌼
and welcome to "Explaining 1960s Groupie Fashion & Culture"!
Join me on a trip through time back to the Sunset Strip in the 1960s where Groupies were hanging out with Rockstars wearing the coolest most eclectic looks!
The roots of groupie culture can be traced back to the early 60s, coinciding with the rise of rock bands like The Rolling Stones, The Beatles, and The Who. These women were drawn not just by the music, but by the allure of the rock 'n' roll lifestyle-a world of rebellion, freedom, and boundary-pushing creativity. They created a subculture that celebrated liberation and self-expression.
Groupie fashion was characterized by its eclectic, daring, and often flamboyant style. Drawing inspiration from a variety of sources, including bohemian, hippie, and glam rock aesthetics, these women were trendsetters in their own right.
Psychedelic patterns, paisley prints, and vibrant hues were staples in a groupie’s wardrobe. These eye-catching designs mirrored the era's music and art, creating a visual representation of the psychedelic rock movement.
Groupies often mixed and matched vintage finds with contemporary pieces. Flowing maxi dresses, bell-bottom jeans, peasant blouses, and fringed vests were popular, reflecting a free-spirited, bohemian vibe.
As the sexual revolution of the 60s unfolded, hemlines rose. Mini skirts and hot pants became synonymous with the era, embodying the daring and liberated spirit of the groupie culture.
Iconic Groupies like Miss Pamela Des Barres and the GTO's as well as Anita Pallenberg defined the era of 60s groupies with thier daring looks.
While the picture of the 60s groupie is now widely romatesized back then these women often faced harsh criticism. Groupies represented a rebellion against traditional norms of sexuality and femininity. Mainly because they embraced a liberated lifestyle that included casual relationships with rock stars and musicians, which challenged conservative views of gender roles and morality.
Groupies were part of broader discussions about feminism and women's liberation during the 1960s. While some viewed their lifestyle as empowering and a rejection of societal constraints, others critiqued it as reinforcing patriarchal norms of women as objects of male desire.
In essence, the perception of 1960s groupies was multifaceted, reflecting broader societal changes and contradictions surrounding sexuality, gender roles, and cultural rebellion during that transformative decade.
Groupie fashion was more than just a style; it was a movement that embodied the spirit of an era. It was about breaking free from conventions, embracing individuality, and living life with unabashed enthusiasm. Whether through their bold fashion choices or their unwavering passion for music, groupies of the 1960s left an indelible mark on the rock 'n' roll landscape and continue to inspire to this day.
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⭐️ Hello dear dolls and welcome to my channel! My name is Emma Rosa Katharina and I'm making videos all about 1960s & 1970s fashion, makeup, music and pop-culture. I had a baby last spring and I'm uploading vlogs regularly sharing our life as a young family with you.So if you fancy the spirit of these long lost days I wanna welcome you to my world! On this channel, I upload videos every week surrounding topics such as vintage fashion, thrifting and all about the people that made the 60s & 70s so wonderful. So if you're looking for a little time travel back to the days of The Beatles, The Doors and the Rolling Stones I am happy to welcome you to my world! ⭐️
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#60s #groupies #60sfashion
the ideia of girls in the 60s going into antique stores and finding pieces from the 1920's that were already 40 years old by then... that impacted me. now they're 100 year's old, and 60s is vintage. time truly does fly by
I understand how it looks glamorous, but the majority of these girls were vulnerable young women, often running from abusive homes, sexually exploited and immersed in drug culture. Statutory ra Pe and addiction were the norm. I love this era of rock and roll, and I admire a lot of these women, which is why I’ve read so many first hand accounts…but it’s very, very, very important to remember the misogyny of this era, the rampant casual use of hard drugs, and that the “peace and free love” ideology gradually devolved into a crisis of homelessness, addiction, and violence (circa Altamonte)
The fashion and music are still great, but I would highly recommend picking up some rock bios from the era if you want to see the full picture.
It was indeed a very different era. I was in high school at the time, so we didn't see a lot of high fashion in school. Girls mostly wore blue jeans. Guys wore jeans too, but the choice was bell bottoms or flairs or straight leg button fly Levis. I hated button fly, but no way was I wearing bell bottoms. Just my observation on the ground at the time.
Thanks for sharing 💌
How do you feel the rock and roll culture affected the everyday lives of ordinary people?
@@emmabennett7699 Wow - interesting question with a potentially complicated answer. I could write a multipage article on just this subject; however I'll try to keep it brief. One of the things that rock and roll culture does is present a romanticized view of love, life and human interactions. Songs present us with ideas we can identify with and relate to on an emotional level. The cultural aspects of rock and roll culture can bring people together with a common interest in the sounds and sights of a specific moment in time. The music culture also has the power to alter our viewpoints and see diverse ways of thinking about things. So, it can go beyond idealizing life's aspects to causing us to examine how we want to move forward.
It can also serve as a way of identifying moments in life in which the music occurred. For example, I can hear a song that was popular at one point in my life and feel transport back to that specific place and period. I remember the people I associated with, the kinds of things we were discussing, the concern about life that we had, even down to the clothing we were wearing. I came from more of a southern California beach culture, so the styles tended to be much more casual - shorts, flip flops, tennis shoes, striped tee-shirts - surfer style stuff.
For me, the music serves as signposts on my journey through life.
Sorry if I went on a bit long. I tend to do that. But since you asked.
My mom had a beehive and wore mini skirts.
@wildmarjoramdieselpunk6396 Oh, yeah, right. I think I knew her. First name isn't Margo, is it?
I’m so impressed of how everything is bound together and one style originates from the other! Your videos are pure joy, thank you so much
The 60's was the BEST !!
Truly the peak of fashion! 🌟
Let’s please bring this back😭😭😭
Count me in! 🌟
@@EmmaRosaKatharinaWhat? Being a groupie? :)
@@wildmarjoramdieselpunk6396 YES
I’m doing a research project on the impact of groupie culture in music and fashion, this helped so much thank youuuu:)))
Oh I’m so happy to heart that! You’re very welcome my dear! Good luck on your project 🍀
This video was super interesting! Truly a jump into history, thank u for that ^^
Glad you enjoyed it doll! 💌
Anita Pallenberg!! Ahhhh it's so cool to see you talk about her and Keith Richards (my all-time fave rockstar)
Enjoyed this video love the 60s and everything about it. Thankyou Emma love your eye makeup.i liked all of the groupies outfits 🌻🧡
You are so welcome! Thank you so much for your kind words 💌
Literally about to do a photo shoot based on this, can’t believe it dropped at the perfect time
I love the outfit and makeup you came up with for this video! I love to wear feather boas and was happy they made a comeback after Harry Styles was seen wearing them.
Thank you so much!! I love them too! ⭐️
Omg I adore you xx absolutely love this, excited to see more❤
Ahh thank you so much! Your comments means the world 💌
Thank you for this fabulous video-so informative and inspiring! Keith Richards is still doing the groupie look 😂😂❤❤
Some great pics and footage- I think this is my favourite style on you❤
makes me wish i lived in the 60’s
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@@kurt_xx4362 elaborate
@@kurt_xx4362 LMAOOO facts
Love your videos 😊
Thank you so much! Your words mean the world 💌
Excellent video 🎉
Thank you so much my dear 💌
i'm curious about your opinion on the movie almost famous? great vid btw :)
New Month and new fashion videos from sixities and seventies
Also noticed Their Satanic Majesty’s request on the record player
Yes!! It’s one of my all time favorite records! 💌
@@EmmaRosaKatharina top ten stones records for me 🙂
Marina Diamandis.
Electra Heart.
you failed to mention that a lot of them were groomed
" 1967 BORN VIRGIN NOW "
Love the idea of the fashion, maybe we need to stop platforming women who are like yes I was a child who had sex with adult men but it was culturally acceptable, and just not keep encouraging that? I’m not a zoomer, the adult men who i thought it was cool to be with were like maybe above average dressers because they had someone funding that. Just let girls and young women find themselves without the pressure of objectification PLEASE
ok I can only speak for the beatles since I'm familiar with their songs. so all those songs about girls are basically inspired by gr*upies I guess... 👁️👄👁️ I always wonder where do they get inspiration to write hundreds of songs about women?? . I know there are some songs dedicated to their partner but even george deny 'something' is not about his wife apparently lmfao 💀 thinking somebody as cute as paul having gr*upies makes my head spin 😔 but oh well...