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October 1997

Roll Up for the Mystery Tour

THINK FOR YOURSELF

As the Beatles began to experiment with their music on "Rubber Soul" and "Revolver", they also began to experiment with their clothes. Their days of touring were almost over and so were the matching suits. Turtlenecks replaced white dress shirts as the lads took a more casual approach to dressing. Color began to find its way into their once almost all black wardrobes.

ALL YOU NEED IS LOVE

Perhaps one of the most famous album covers of all time came out in June of 1967. "Sgt. Pepper" defined the psychedelic "Summer of Love" and reflected the style. The barriers between men and women were falling all around and the Beatles were at the forefront. Dubbed "Peacock Style", velvet, satin, and fur were not uncommon in their threads as the decadent style of 18th century dandies was an big influence.

COME TOGETHER

As the end of the decade came near, each Beatle seemed to adopt their own style. Paul was clean cut and professional. George was the earthy middle-eastern guru. Ringo was quite dapper and still a little flamboyant. John was the cameleon who's clothes changed with whatever cause he was supporting at the moment. It was obvious that these were four individuals who didn't always think alike and had minds of their own.

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