Amy Jones
Festival fashion season is in full swing! Coachella has already given us some of this season’s most influential trendsetters and fashion failures. Now, we’re eager to try out some fresh festival fits for ourselves. After all, there’s no better feeling than dancing the night away wearing something that makes you feel good.
While we expect to see the return of some classic pieces, there are a few new trends we want to bring your attention to, ranging from crochet to corsets.
Crochet Head-To-Toe
Crochet is no stranger to the festival scene and has been one of the most iconic looks from the earliest festival days. A versatile style, crochet is now back in the 2023 festival lookbook. This year we think you should be in crochet from head to toe! We are talking crochet jumpsuits, crochet maxi dresses, or even a crochet two-piece (bralette and flares).
We recommend wearing swimwear beneath your crochet outfit of choice. Not only does this prevent any wardrobe malfunctions, but it is also the perfect solution to escaping the summer heat (plus easy access to the pool, duh!).
Owing to the increased popularity of this breathable style, it is no surprise that we are seeing crochet pieces being promoted by a multitude of retailers. As such, we would like to remind everyone that it is possible to remain trendy while practising sustainability. You can opt to purchase your pieces from a handmade creator who can tailor your dream crochet festival outfits to suit your preferences!
Space Cowboy
The space cowboy aesthetic is making a rather unexpected reappearance after emerging in popularity back in 2022. Regardless, we love it!
This look combines the shiny materials and textures one might expect to see in a futuristic movie with the rustic western cowboy look we all know and love. Cowboy boots especially—classic, knee-high, bejewelled, or just plain white—have made a massive comeback. This trend reinvigorates the fun of playing dress up for a festival, and is your opportunity to go all out in your metallic cowboy hat and boots!
Peekaboo Mesh
Festivals are a go-to setting for experimentation and often witness festival-goers crossing fashion’s most extreme boundaries. This year, we are seeing more and more ravers attending their chosen festivals in a mesh ensemble.
Your mesh outfit can be as daring or as modest as you prefer. On the same wavelength as crochet, we are seeing mesh incorporated into all clothing categories: mesh tops, skirts, and even mesh ‘cover-up’ dresses, styled with the cutest swimwear beneath. We expect to see all types of mesh at festivals in 2023 but would suggest picking a style that you feel comfortable and confident to boogie the night away in!
Double Denim Dream
We refuse to hear double denim slander any longer! Not that this super stylish trend needs any endorsements, but even the biggest celebrities have deemed double denim the fashion trend to get behind in 2023. Festivals are the perfect place to experiment and sheath yourself in as much denim as your heart desires.
Denim can be heavy and stiff so remember to keep things movable and breathable. You could pair a denim skirt with a bralette, denim jacket, and boots to embody cool-girl chic through the thousands of two steps you’ll be doing throughout the festival!
Vintage Everything
Yes, everyone wants to look glamorous at a festival, but last-minute orders from fast fashion companies are no longer cool. This year, we want to see everything vintage. Vintage fashion has taken its rightful place back in the 2023 fashion radar and festivals are the perfect place to display your most extravagant vintage fashion finds.
More so, vintage doesn’t always have to cost you an arm and a leg. Browse your local vintage and charity shops to see what gems you can find; you are likely to discover some vintage designer pieces that are perfect for building distinctive festival outfits. Telling people that your outfit is vintage and entirely unique is a much bigger flex than saying that you purchased it from a fast fashion giant. Proof that sustainability can be incorporated into festival season!
Neon is here to stay
We just can’t seem to let go of some trends, and neon festival outfits are one of them. What better feeling is there than being the main character in a bright, fluorescent outfit while dancing under the stars? This is your chance to neon-out without feeling like you have gone overboard. Why not pair a neon bralette with a cargo skirt and some cute stomping boots? Neon festival fits are not going anywhere this year, so make the most of them before the minimalist police put a stop to their glory.
Corsets Everywhere
Corsets have overpowered the fashion scene since their surge in popularity back in 2022, and this trend has carried itself over into 2023. Corsets can be dressed up or down no matter what vibe you are going for. Pair a stunning laced corset top with some parachute cargos for the ultimate cool girl festival look. Easy to dress up and down, this trend is a festival no-brainer!
Final Thoughts
Overall, festivals are full-on affairs that require the right outfit to support you through the day and night. While being comfortable is high on the priority list, you can still make sure your festival outfits are fashionable, trendy and unique! Who doesn’t want to stand out in a sea of thousands? Get creative with your outfit choices and take fashion risks, you will only be this young once! Stay safe and enjoy your festivals in the cutest of fits!
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