Post #773165 by AceExplorer on Mon, Feb 20, 2017 9:22 AM

Mid-century tiki was a multi-faceted cultural phenomenon that came together from a number of converging influences. I don't think tiki should be too heavily summarized down because of how prominent and diverse it became.

About cocktails --- I think the drinks and the tiki-themed environments went so well hand-in-hand that it was just a no-brainer, or you just had to do it because the synergy was just too obvious. Once people got into such a relaxing and pleasant 'exotic' faux-tropical environment, having themed food and drinks (and in some places, extravagant entertainment) just fit together very well. It was a formula for memorable fun and for success.

About yoga pants, and this is for tikiskip:
We're seeing tiki evolve again in more modern times. Yoga pants are being made under the "teeki" brand name and there's nothing we can do about it but grin. But hopefully only stunningly beautiful people will wear yoga pants, and in that case I'll raise my skull mug in approval.