Short but Sweet: The 60's Miniskirt

The shortened garment emerged in the 1960s as a symbol of rebellious youth culture – and endures to this day.

Among the many revolutions of the Swinging ’60s, from The Beatles to the first man on the moon, the miniskirt remains one of the era’s most enduring icons.

Despite having recently celebrated its fifty years, the miniskirt has managed to keep intact its image of timeless freshness and novelty. The history of this garment tells what has been the path of emancipation of women, but also how social values ​​and aesthetic taste have changed throughout history.