In 1969, Life magazine explored the “freaky new freedoms” of fashion seen on high school students across the country. The inspiring fashion from that year is a far cry from the Aeropostale, Forever 21, and American Eagle clothing worn by students today.
Corona del Mar High School students Kim Robertson, Pat Auvenshine, and Pam Pepin, in a mix of mod and Pucci-inspired outfits.
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Beverly Hills High School student Rosemary Shoong in a Native American–inspired dress she made herself.
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A group of students at Beverly Hills High — but how did this girl's (center) parents allow her to leave the house dressed in a sheer white outfit?
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Newport Beach, California, student Lenore Reday crossing the street and kinda looking like she "can turn the world on with her smile."
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