How to Create a Hippie Costume
Flower power, man. A hippie is all about peace, love and partying. Unless you personally know some hippies yourself, you may hesitate to wear a hippie costume. Nobody wants to mock a group of people that seemed so passionate and free in their expression. You may be worried about how this costume will come off, but there is no need to worry. This can be the grooviest costume at any party or masquerade gathering.
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Things You'll Need
- Wig with long hair
- Headband, bandanna (men)
- Flowered hair accessory (women)
- Vintage dress or skirt (women)
- Bell bottom pants (men or women)
- Brightly colored shirt (men or women)
- Hemp shoes
- Hippie accessories as needed
Instructions
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Get in touch with your wild child when it comes to your hair. If you have long, flowing hair, you are in luck. If you don't, purchase a long wig. Blond hair--or any color that suits you--is fine here. You want your hair to be parted down the middle and left with little fuss. The point is to have it flowing freely. Men should also wear their hair long and free flowing.
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Put a peace sign headband or barrette in your hair. You want to keep the hippie ideals in every part of your costume.
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Go to a vintage store and have at it. Many vintage stores will carry everything you'll need. Mix and match clothing from several stores. It's a good idea to visit more than one before making a purchase unless you find something perfect for the costume.
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Pick bold colors and choose flowing floral and colored skirts if you are a lady. A one-piece floral dress that's free flowing works perfectly. A man should wear brown pants and a bright shirt. A fringe vest over the bright button-down shirt is the perfect touch.
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Wear hemp shoes. Go all natural if you want to be a true hippie.
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Add accessories. Peace, flower power and "Make Love, Not War" pendants make a nice touch to the costume. A necklace with similar ideals is recommended.
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Tips & Warnings
Put your own personal touch to this costume. Nobody expects you to be all hippie--be yourself in a hippie form. Keep your voice, but change your slogans. You can say things slowly and in a laid back manner. You can have fun with it.
Don't forget what made the hippies who they were. They wanted a radical change and raged against the status quo. They did this all for peace.
