This is the premiere episode of the nighttime version of The Dating Game, October 6, 1966. Groovy fashions, of course. The first bachelorette is Karen Carlson (later married to David Soul) and among the eligible mystery bachelors is Robert Vaughn, star of The Man from U.N.C.L.E. In the second round, the bachelorette is Sally Field, starring at the time in Gidget. Enjoy! | Midcentury Fashion

The Dating Game premiered on December 20, 1965, becoming an immediate hit during both daytime and primetime slots. Hosted by Jim Lange, the show was a groundbreaking hit that launched the careers of many celebrities and defined a generation of television game shows. Credit: Sony | History In Pictures