I don’t know about you but the first thing that pops into my head when anyone says 1960’s is flower power, baby! This was the era when it was all about peace & love. Everything just exuded ‘groovyness’ right from the fashion to cars and music.

Kids in the 60’s also had it pretty good…this was when all time favourite boy toy, Hotwheels was created. With their funky tracks which allow cars to perform jumps and loops, this is bound to be a successful present! Another favourite both now, and back in the 1960’s has got to be Lego. The sky really is the limit when it comes to Lego and what you can create with it. Both of these continue to be great toys with a huge variety to pick from that kids are bound to adore, no matter what age!

Music in the 60’s was so versatile; there really was something for everyone! One of the big changes from the 50’s to the 60’s was that a lot more female artists were involved in the music industry like Cher, and Petula Clark who went onto become super famous. Of course, one of the greatest discoveries of the time was the Beatles, who continue attract thousands of listeners throughout the world with their catchy tracks. And naturally, who could forget the Woodstock festival which promoted 3 days of ‘peace and music’ and created an enormous buzz!

The 60’s was a great time to be around in terms of fashion, there was so much going on. Mini skirts were first made popular in this period, and have gone on to become a staple item in many of our wardrobes! The hippie look was hot at the time so flowers pretty much anywhere were a good thing…psychedelic baby! Funny how we’ve started wearing flowers in our hair again nowadays! Obviously it goes without saying that all outfits had to be accessorised with at least one ‘Peace’ symbol…groovy baby!

As you can see…the 60’s were just awesome pretty much in every way, so there are loads of gift ideas you can nab from there, and I guarantee you they will still be cool now! If you need some help for trippy gifts, and loads more retro gifts from this era at www.pasttimes.com