If I Were Going to Coachella This Weekend, These Are the Chic Outfits I Would Pack
Whilst festival season is always slower off the mark on British soil, over in California, the countdown to Coachella is on. From its alternative rock and indie roots to its boho phase and influencer era, the Coachella aesthetic has been through a lot since the festival's first year in 1999. The late '00s and early-to-mid '10s saw flower crowns and body jewels saturate the desert landscape, but the past few years have ushered in a more stylish (and, in some ways, more relaxed) approach to festival dressing.
This year, after Chloé's big boho revival at Paris Fashion Week, we predict a re-emergence of core "festival fashion" staples and a nod to the runway's newest trends. Guaranteeing excellent talent, a star-studded guest list and spectacular style, the two-weekend annual event promises a lot to get excited about.
Whether you're jetting off to experience it for yourself, or if, like me, you just want to live vicariously through some Coachella-worthy outfits, cut your planning time in half and read on to see the outfits I've whipped up that get the Coachella seal of approval.
WHAT TO WEAR TO COACHELLA—4 CHIC OUTFITS
1. CROCHET DRESS + SUEDE BOOTS
Style Notes: Style a Coachella classic and opt for a relaxed crochet dress with tall suede boots. Bring your look up to date with a trending braided bag and an unexpected pearl necklace for a fresh festival 'fit you can wear all day. When the sun sets and the weather cools, throw on a denim jacket or a leather layer to stay warm in style.
SHOP THE LOOK:
Crochet dresses are a Coachella non-negotiable.
Layer this with gold necklaces or style on its own.
No festival packing list is complete without a pair of sunglasses.
2. PUDDLE JEANS + CLOGS
Style Notes: Last year, Coachella devotees Kendall Jenner and Hailey Bieber took a less-is-more approach to their festival style. Inspired by the relaxed silhouettes they wore, consider a pair of puddle jeans and wooden clogs to tap into some growing trends in a comfortable and wearable way.
SHOP THE LOOK:
Style these all together or split them up and mix them in to the rest of your collection.
3. LITTLE WHITE DRESS + BIKER BOOTS
Style Notes: Any festival-goer will tell you that comfortable shoes are a must. To see you through a weekend on your feet, style a pair of hardy biker boots with a little white dress and new-season accessories—and don't be afraid to keep a jacket nearby in case the blistering weather starts to cool.
SHOP THE LOOK:
Swap your faithful LBD for a summer-ready little white dress this festival season.
These chunky earrings are an easy way to elevate a casual look.
This features a detachable chain so you can wear it as a crossbody too.
4. PLAYFUL TWO-PIECE
Style Notes: A great two-piece set is the festival-goer jackpot. Cut your outfit-planning time in half and style a set with comfortable sandals and chunky jewels for a low-effort, high-impact look.
SHOP THE LOOK:
The leopard-print trend is on the up this season.
Natalie Munro is Who What Wear UK’s news writer. Previously freelance commerce writer at British Vogue, Natalie’s experience spans journalistic and styling roles, which have seen her work on shoots for publications such as British Vogue, Vogue Ukraine, AnOther Magazine and Elle UK and write for publications including British Vogue and Conde Nast Traveller. With an interest in uncovering the latest fashion trends, Natalie takes a leading role in identifying news and trends for Who What Wear UK, with a particular focus on celebrity style and emerging fashion trends.
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