Dust off your dancing boots because festival season is here. Glastonbury may be over, but Reading & Leeds, Lost Village and Field Day all take place this weekend, with more still to come later this summer.
You probably know the drill when it comes to British festival fashion - a waterproof and wellies always make the dress code, but equally there's no better place to go all out with an outfit you've been dreaming of all winter.
With high street and designer brands offering styles that are just asking to be worn for a hedonistic, mud-filled weekend, I've found all of the best pieces to shop for a festival this summer.
- The leather jacket: AllSaints Billie Embellished Leather Gilet
- The mini dress: Rixo Ridley Silk Mini Dress
- The maxi dress: Mango X Siedres Knitted Dress
- The sequin shorts: New Look Gold Sequin Shorts
- The cowboy boots: Ariat Heritage R Toe Western Boot
Celebrity festival style
![[L-R Gemma Chan, Sienna Miller, Poppy Delevingne, Alexa Chung]](https://images.hellomagazine.com/horizon/original_aspect_ratio/78963e3caf79-celeb-festival-style.jpg)
The most viral outfit from last year's Glastonbury had to be Sienna Miller's. The fairly simple ensemble of double denim and white cowboy boots was exactly what I'd expect from one of fashion's longest serving It-girls: effortless. Her jacket and shorts were by Self-Portrait and you can shop similar boots all over the high street.
As one of the biggest trends of the summer, crochet dominated the 2023 festival season, and Poppy Delevingne looked gorgeous in her striped crochet mini dress with bright fluro detail from Nobody's Child.
Wax jackets are forever a festival staple and none are more iconic than Barbour's. From Alexa Chung's longstanding penchant for the British brand to both Gemma Chan and Lily James stepping out in them last year, they're a failsafe fashion piece. Speaking of Alexa Chung, I had to include this metallic mini dress look that's so easy to replicate.
Festival dos and don'ts I've learnt over the years
Do: Take layers. The British weather can change very quickly, so anything you can chuck on and off quickly depending on the sun and rain will be a lifesaver. Think mini dresses, lightweight jumpers and packable rain jackets.
Don't: Buy a brand new pair of trainers for the occasion. If you're lucky enough to avoid the mud and rain, they'll probably still get ruined in a dust bath as soon as you go near a stage. Bring an old pair you don't care about or stick to boots. And it pronably goes without saying, but you'll definitely regret wearing heels.
Do: Mix new pieces with vintage finds. If you've ever considered thrifting, a festival is the perfect opportunity to start. A vintage fringed jacket worn with your new Mango mini will make sure you're in an outfit no one else is wearing.
Don't: Forget your sunglasses. Not just ideal for saving your eyes when you want to watch your favourite band in the blaring sun, they'll also hide a multitude of sins the next morning (ditto to face glitter).
The best festival fashion for summer 2024
AllSaints Billie Embellished Leather Gilet
Editor's note:
Leather jackets are a festival staple, and a gilet is ideal for layering. AllSaints just dropped this oversized style, which has been heavily washed and tumbled for a vintage effect, and embellished with studded detail.
Rixo Ridley Silk Mini Dress
Editor's note:
If in doubt - a dress and chunky boots every time. A bit different from your classic leopard, this tiger print mini dress is perfect for a festival (and beyond). Let it do the talking alone, or add colourful accessories for a maximalist look.
GANNI Printed T-Shirt
Editor's note:
An easy go-to - wear this Ganni tee with distressed denim shorts and black cowboy boots for understated festival style.
Mango X Siedres Knitted Dress
Editor's note:
This Mango maxi hits the crochet and sheer trend in one. Made from a knitted fabric, the colourful flower detail is festival perfection. I'd style it with chunky boots.
Ariat Heritage R Toe Western Boot
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You can wear cowboy boots with literally everything. I love this real leather pair from Ariat, which come in a classic mid-calf silhouette.e. They feature stitch detailing, removable All Day Cushioning insoles and a Duratread™ sole for maximum wear.
River Island Brown Suede Studded Shorts
Editor's note:
I love these studded suede shorts as a luxe way to tap into the Western trend. There's a matching cropped jacket available, and as they're both made from real leather, they're investment pieces you'll wear forever.
Miss Selfridge Festival Lace Asymmetric Mini Dress
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For boho festival style, I love this asymmetric lace dress from Miss Selfridge. It features sheer panels and is so affordable at just £25.
Free People Fame Straw Cowboy Hat
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A cowboy hat not shields you from the sun, wind and rain, it also helps hide the fact you haven't washed your hair for three days. I love this one from Free People.
Reformation Ivanna Knit Dress
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From the Ibiza collection, Reformation's Ivanna dress is made for holidays and festivals. Made from a semi-sheer lightweight knitted fabric in metallic brown, wear it over a bikini when the hotter temperatures hit.
Nasty Gal Premium Metallic Croc Straight Leg Trousers
Editor's note:
The silver trousers trend is still going strong, and this wide-leg pair hits the sweet spot between casual and festival-ready. The British brand has a whole collection of fun pieces if you want to go all out.
& Other Stories Leather Cross Strap Sandals
If the sun is out, these & Other Stories sandals are totally suitable for dancing or trekking from tent to tent. Made from real leather with a durable Polyurethane sole, they feature a platform and studded detail.
Veuve Clicquot Rose Champagne with Cooler
Editor's note:
Veuve Clicquot's champagne cooler is the ultimate festival accessory. It comes in chic pink or bold yellow and means you can ditch the long queues at the bar (at least initially). Made from infinitely recyclable tin with zero plastic, it's sustainable too.
