STYLING 101
What To Wear This Festival Season
By: Haley Gaylor, Belle Bautista, Rebecca Margolis
FOUR DAYS OF FESTIVAL OUTFITTING, ONE SHORT.
It’s that time of year when we dust off our Pinterest boards, reactivate old tumblr accounts, and daydream about Vanessa Hudgens and Austin Butler’s iconic 2014 Coachella ensembles (living rent-free in our minds, I may add). While imagining our music festival outfits is the exciting part — the packing is not.
Considering that I am a carry-on suitcase loyalist myself, simplifying the packing process is essential. With the help of my gorgeous besties and talented FP teammates, we put together a four-day festival outfit guide using our favorite awkward-length bottom, the We The Free Montana Shorts, as the core piece for every look.
One short, endless festival outfitting — let's dive in.
Considering that I am a carry-on suitcase loyalist myself, simplifying the packing process is essential. With the help of my gorgeous besties and talented FP teammates, we put together a four-day festival outfit guide using our favorite awkward-length bottom, the We The Free Montana Shorts, as the core piece for every look.
One short, endless festival outfitting — let's dive in.
FESTIVAL DAY 1: BOHO IS BACK
The OG Free People called and said it’s our time to shine. Boho chic styling is back in a big way this year, and what better way to honor that than returning to our roots. Channel the days of FP’s past in lacey bras and bralettes, ethereal kimonos, and , rustic boots for an effortlessly bohemian look.
FESTIVAL DAY 2: TREND WE LOVE – SPORT
Sport intercepted the festival scene last year, and it’s still going strong, perfectly blending style with comfort (a festival outfitting ideal). Start with the We the Free Montana Shorts as the base, then pair with a bikini top, sporty shoes, and your favorite accessories for that it girl look.
FESTIVAL DAY 3: EVERYDAY ESSENTIALS
Effortless music festival outfitting made simple. The combination of shorts, an oversized tee, and rustic boots (our favorite are the Frye Campus Boots) will never go out of style. Make it your own through playful accessory pairings by adding a bandana, sunnies, or a belt bag.
FESTIVAL DAY 4: KATE MOSS AT GLASTONBURY, CIRCA 2005
We all have our festival icon, and mine is early 2000’s Kate Moss at Glasto. She strikes the perfect balance of femme lace and utility styling. To emulate her style, we paired the Love Language Vest and Hunter Wellies back to the WTF Montana Shorts for that model-off-duty look.
For even more festival outfit inspo, shop our Festival Outfits Shop for all of your head-to-toe festival outfitting needs.
For even more festival outfit inspo, shop our Festival Outfits Shop for all of your head-to-toe festival outfitting needs.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How can I create multiple festival looks without overpacking?
Use one versatile bottom piece like denim shorts as your base and mix different tops, footwear, and accessories to create distinct looks for each day.
What's the key to nailing boho festival style?
Layer lace bralettes with flowing kimonos and pair with rustic boots for an effortlessly bohemian Free People aesthetic.
How do I incorporate the sporty trend into my festival outfit?
Start with comfortable shorts, add a bikini top, sporty sneakers, and finish with fun accessories like a woven cowboy hat for a perfect blend of style and comfort.
What's an easy go-to festival look that never goes out of style?
The combination of shorts, an oversized tee, and rustic boots creates an effortless look that you can personalize with accessories like bandanas, sunglasses, or belt bags.
How can I achieve that model-off-duty festival look?
Channel early 2000s Kate Moss at Glastonbury by balancing feminine lace pieces with utility styling, like pairing a lace vest with practical wellies.
What accessories are essential for festival outfits?
Sunglasses, bandanas, belt bags, hair scarves, and hats are key accessories that add personality while serving practical purposes at festivals.
What footwear works best for festivals?
Choose from rustic boots like equestrian or campus styles, sporty sneakers for comfort, or wellies for muddy conditions, depending on your look and weather expectations.