"Unisex" was a term for clothing that could be worn by either sex. It became fashionable in the late 1960s and 70s. The timing might have had something to do with the rise of "Women's Lib" as well as the burgeoning counterculture. In a way it was probably related to "his and her" dressing (also a trend of the 1960s and 70s) except, of course, one didn't have to be part of a couple to wear unisex!
The couple on the cover of Flair appear to be wearing unisex vests. They are made of suede and are heavily fringed. There was a vogue for "ethnic" fashion at the time, and they are clearly going for a Native American look. Her matching skirt would not have been acceptable wear for him, though both sexes could wear caftans, and jeans, of course, were the ultimate unisex garments!
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