Festival Fashion Ideas

Festival season is a great time to buy some new items for your wardrobe; you can choose things that you wouldn’t usually wear at home and let your personality shine through whilst you’re enjoying the sunshine and spirit of whatever festival you’re attending. This article has several great festival fashion ideas to inspire your pre-festival shopping trip. 

Co-ord shorts and top

Pairing an outfit for a festival doesn’t need to be complicated, especially if you have a co-ord outfit. Matching shorts and a top combination is perfect for any summer festival; you can go oversized to keep yourself cool and protected from the sun or opt for a cropped look for something more revealing. The patterns and colours you can purchase are endless, opt for a design that works with your style and remember you can be more daring when it comes to dressing for a festival. 

Crocheted outfit 

One popular festival trend is wearing crocheted clothing; this could be anything from a crocheted dress to a jumper, top or a pair of shorts. You can choose from many colours and patterns depending on your style and how daring you want to be with your outfit. Some crocheted outfits can be very revealing and see-through, so you must also pack covering undergarments if you opt for a crochet outfit with holes. Also, remember you’re likely to encounter lots of sun at most festivals, and crocheted outfits can leave you with some pretty strange tan marks or potentially sunburn. Always ensure you apply sun protection to your entire body underneath the clothing. 

Summer dress

A classic outfit for any festival is a simple summer dress, they’re lightweight, easy to carry and breathable, plus there are lots of options. For those that prefer to cover up, choose a long summer dress with a t-shirt-style top to protect your body from the sun. If you prefer something more revealing, you can choose a tighter strappy summer dress to wear. If you are wearing a dress, you might want to put some shorts underneath; these will help to protect your dignity if there is a sudden gust of wind or if you want to sit down on the grass, shorts will make things much more comfortable. 

Jumpers, cardigans and jackets

You might not think about later in the evening when the weather becomes cooler, and you start to get cold. However, it's essential that you plan this into your outfit to avoid being uncomfortable and cold during the evening. There is also a possibility that you may experience rain so you should be prepared for this weather. A lightweight rain jacket combined with a cashmere cardigan is a great option for a festival. The cardigan will keep you warm but also allow your skin to breathe and prevent overheating. The lightweight rain jacket will be easy to carry around but also help to protect your body and clothing in the event of rain. 

Accessories 

Accessories are important for finishing off your festival outfit, and they also have practical applications. A good festival bag keeps your belongings close and ensures you don’t get backaches. Jewellery is perfect for making your outfit look and feel unique; choose cheaper costume jewellery for festivals, as delicate, expensive items might get broken or lost. Sunglasses and a sun hat can also finish off your outfit perfectly, keeping the sun off your face and making sure you always look great. 

Fancy dress

Many people choose to wear fancy dress outfits when they go to festivals; this can be a fun way to enjoy the event and dress up as a group. Decide on your fancy dress theme before and make sure everyone has something they can wear to join in with the chosen theme. Think about the weather before choosing your fancy dress theme; options that include thick heavy materials might be best avoided in the summer. 

Festivals are a great place to explore your fashion favourites and get creative with your outfits. Before packing what you’re going to wear, plan your outfits and consider the weather, comfort and sun protection, and how good you want to look. When you take into consideration all of these factors, you’ll have outfits that will look great and be comfortable and functional.