Space Age
aka Retro Futurism, 60s Space Age, Mod Futurism
"The future as the 60s imagined it"
A retro-futuristic aesthetic inspired by 1960s space race optimism, featuring geometric shapes, metallic materials, and mod silhouettes.
Atmosphere
The sensory world of Space Age
Launch pads, geometric interiors, moon landing optimism, chrome everything, mod parties, space age dreams
Philosophy
The future is bright. Technology liberates. Geometry is beauty. Progress is inevitable.
Who Lives Here
The character archetypes that embody Space Age
The Space Age Mod
The Futurist
The Cosmonaut
The Geometric
What It Rejects
Space Age exists in opposition to:
Nostalgia
Natural materials
Traditional silhouettes
Pessimism
Daily Rituals
The practices and behaviors that define this way of living
Geometric styling
Chrome collecting
Mod dancing
Futurism appreciation
Origin
Originated in 1960s fashion during the space race era, designed by Pierre Cardin and André Courrèges, experiencing periodic revivals.
Era
1960s (Original), Periodic revivals
Regions
Paris, London, New York, Global
Trend Score
Key Elements
Key Garments
- •A-line mini dresses
- •Go-go boots
- •Metallic fabrics
- •Geometric patterns
- •Space helmets
- •PVC pieces
- •Mod sunglasses
Silhouettes
- •A-line
- •Geometric
- •Mod
Color Palette
Chrome future meets mod brightness
Primary Colors
Secondary Colors
Accent Colors
Key Brands
Materials
Cultural Context
Space race optimism, retro-futurism, belief in technological progress, and 1960s mod culture.