Nudism ((top)) | Open

The shift toward began in the 1960s with the counterculture and the feminist movement. As women argued for bodily autonomy, the rigid rules of old nudist camps (which often mandated total nudity even in dining halls) began to soften. Today, "open" means you can be nude where you want, when you want, as long as it is legal and respectful. It also means the community is more open online, using social media to destigmatize the practice.

Perspectives on open nudism vary based on the setting (private resorts vs. public beaches) and personal philosophy. Open Nudism