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You don't have to be a brainiac to know that women's roles in society have gracefully evolved over the years. But it wasn't always sunshine and rainbows back in the day. Back in the 1960s, rules were so strict for women that they were almost laughable. We can't help but reflect and thank heavens that we no longer need to follow these silly rules! 1. Stay away from bold/daring looks VintageDancer The epitome of '60s style was 'bold' and 'daring,' yet women were discouraged from taking on looks that were too bold. 2. Don't overdo it with the makeup LittleThings While not many women overdid it with the makeup in the 60s, too much 'clown makeup' was discouraged. 3. Carry small bags (big bags would scare off men) Wicker Paradise I feel like this one MUST be an urban legend. If this were relevant in today's world, there would sure be a lot of single women. 4. Keep your location in mind when it comes to your outfit Wikipedia This one could potentially stand true today. Remembering to wear the appropriate attire for your location and activity is useful! But I would imagine it was a bit more ridiculous back then. 5. Never wear blue shoes... unless they're navy blue Pixabay But... they're still blue. Maybe it caused bad luck? 6. Keep it tight Adam This was definitely more a fashion rule than anything. Keep your girdle tight to your body, ladies! It's mandatory that we see flawless curves, right? 7. Don't make a scene while fixing your garter Wikimedia Commons Apparently back in the day you couldn't fix yourself from flashing everyone in sight. Do you want us to be modest or not, society? Go to the next page to read more of these ridiculous fashion rules! 8. Road signs are crucial to figuring out women Wikimedia Commons Allegedly, road signs were printed the way they were so you would be able to follow the curves better. Same thing goes for the curves on women. What do ya know? Amazing. 9. Don't wear swimsuits outside of the pool Wikimedia Commons But why? 1960s swimsuits are the cutest. It's all about showing off! 10. Don't wear too much pink MenInGrey.net If Jackie Kennedy wore a full pink Chanel suit in the 1960s, then why couldn't everyone else? 11. Become one with your shampoo 1950sUnlimited The right hairstyle for women was crucial back then. Shampoo was like the holy grail of haircare. 12. Last but not least, just don't be 'too much' Vetiver Aromatics Yeah, you read that right. Just don't be too much of anything. You need to be modest and classy, but not too modest. Did you find any of these strict 1960s rules surprising? Be sure to share this around with your friends and family if you did.