It’s time to pack your festival outfits! After two years, music festivals are back, bringing along the return of festival outfits and dressing up for weekend-long festival-themed trips.
Kicking off with Coachella and Stagecoach in Indio, California, the 2022 festival season is officially in full swing, lasting throughout the spring and summer months and requiring attendees everywhere to dress the part. But since it’s been some time since festival outfits were a necessity, figuring out where to begin can be a little overwhelming. To help make the shopping process easier, we’ve curated a selection of festival clothing essentials, to help you build your perfect look this season.
Maybe you’re headed out to the Palm Springs desert to bounce around Coachella’s various musical acts (sans Kanye West) while also making a fashionable pit stop at the annual Revolve Festival for some celeb spotting and picturesque Insta-worthy moments. You could be planning your trip down south to New Orleans to catch Stevie Nicks and Red Hot Chili Peppers at Jazz Fest or venturing to Chicago to see Dua Lipa and Green Day rock the Lollapolooza stage.
Whatever festival you’re going to and wherever it is, you’re going to need a festival outfit fit for the occasion. In search of the most accessible festival accessories? Or the perfect pair of denim shorts? Festival-friendly maxi dresses, comfortable boots, or a good bucket hat? From statement-making crop tops and tie-dye mini dresses to boho-chic crochet items, bright bralettes, and even sequin swimwear, we’ve got your festival outfits covered. Read ahead for our selection of outfit essentials that will have you ready to take on this year’s festival season.
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