A men's hippie costume delivers the full 60s-70s look in one easy piece, a fringe vest, a paisley or psychedelic print, or a sequined disco set, built for a themed party rather than everyday wear. Several styles come as matching couples sets for a shared 70s or psychedelic theme.
Choosing your decade
A fringe vest over a floral or tie-dye print leans classic late-60s flower-power, while sequined and disco-print sets skew toward the 70s. Paisley and psychedelic van-print styles split the difference and photograph well in a group. Pick a couples set if you and a partner want a coordinated look without matching outfits piece by piece.
- Fringe vest: 60s flower-power look
- Sequin or disco print: 70s party style
- Couples sets: coordinated without matching separately
Picking Your Decade: 60s Flower-Power or 70s Disco
A fringe vest over a floral or tie-dye print is the easiest way into a classic 60s-style mens hippie costume, while a sequined shirt or disco print pushes the idea toward the 70s instead. Paisley and psychedelic prints sit in between and work well for a group wanting slightly different looks from the same era. Round tinted glasses, a headband, and a beaded necklace finish a mens hippie costume without adding another garment, and keeping the rest of the outfit simple lets the print or fringe stay the focal point.
Men's Hippie Costume FAQ
- What did hippies wear in the 60s and 70s? Loose silhouettes, bold prints, fringe, and mixed textures were the defining traits, along with round sunglasses and beaded or peace-sign jewelry.
- What accessories complete a hippie costume? A headband or bandana, round tinted glasses, and a beaded or peace-sign necklace cover most of the look, with a wig for a fuller character.
- What shoes go with a hippie costume? Sandals or loafers keep things casual, while boots suit a disco or 70s direction.
Browse the full Hippie Costumes hub or match with Women's Hippie Costumes for a couple's look.
