Top Chart-Toppers: The Iconic Best-Sellers of the Swinging 60s

13. Milton Bradley Twister

Where it was sold: Toys "R" Us and FAO Schwarz Milton Bradley Company * Original Cost: $4.95 Twister quickly rose to prominence as the go-to party game in the 1960s social scene, thanks to its colorful and hilarious introduction. Milton Bradley's Twister transcended mere gameplay, as it became a cultural phenomenon that encouraged players to become entangled in one another's bonds.

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Twister Milton Bradley: @ebay/Pinterest Twister became well-known right away after its debut party, which was eloquently reported by Johnny Carson on The Tonight Show and included celebrities in humorous poses. This game came to represent the time's desire for enjoyment, independence, and a little bit of leniency.

14 cans of Campbell's Soup

Where It Was Retailed: Piggly Wiggly, Kroger Businesses: Campbell Soup Co. * Original price per can: $0.12–$0.20 In addition to filling stomachs, Campbell's Soup Cans touched hearts and shook up 1960s pop culture. Campbell's became more than just a meal; it became a muse thanks to Andy Warhol's iconic artwork, which transformed the common soup can into a symbol of modern art.

Pinterest/@artincontextdotorg/Campbell's Soup Cans Because of the brand's wide range of flavors, it became a pantry staple all over the United States. With dishes like intriguing Scotch Broth and soothing Tomato, Campbell's provided a wholesome, quick lunch for the fast-paced times. Campbell's Soup, with its comforting simplicity and familiarity, embodied the decade's blend of innovation and simplicity.