Assignment:
This is going to be a fun one! The 60s are known for all sorts of the advent of new fads and fashions. Choose one fad or fashion from the list below. Do a little research on this fad or fashion. How did this fad or fashion come to be? What is the sociological significance of this fad or fashion? Why would something like this become popular? Are any of these fads and fashions more popular with certain groups than with others?
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Slinky
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mini skirts
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Frisbees
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bell-bottom pants
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Tie-dying
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hot pants
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The "peace" symbol
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the Afro
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Mood rings
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bouffant hairdos
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blacklights
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Go-go boots
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