Dust off your dancing boots because festival season is finally here. Glastonbury is now just days away, with Wilderness, Lost Village, Field Day, All Points East and many more happening 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 best festival fashion at a glance
The mini dress: Rixo Ridley Silk Mini Dress
The maxi dress: Mango Crochet Lurex Dress
The leather jacket: AllSaints Billie Embellished Leather Gilet
The cowboy boots: Dune Pardner Cowboy Boots
Celebrity festival style
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
AllSaints Billie Embellished Leather Gilet
Sizes available: XS-L
Colours available: Black
Shipping: £5 Standard Delivery
Returns: Free within 14 days
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.
£379 at AllSaints
Rixo Ridley Silk Mini Dress
Rixo Ridley Silk Mini Dress
Sizes available: UK 6-26
Colours available: Tiger Print
Shipping: £5 Standard Delivery
Returns: Free within 14 days
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.
£245 at Rixo
$355 at Rixo US
GANNI Printed T-Shirt
GANNI Printed T-Shirt
Sizes available: XXS-4XL
Colours available: White
Shipping: £5 for Standard Delivery or free on orders over £165
Returns: Free within 28 days
An easy go-to - wear this Ganni tee with distressed denim shorts and black cowboy boots for understated festival style.
£95 at GANNI
$135 at GANNI US
Mango Crochet Lurex Dress
Mango Crochet Lurex Dress
Sizes available: UK 8-14
Colours available: Silver
Shipping: £3.95 Standard Delivery or free for orders over £30
Returns: Free within 30 days
This Mango maxi hits the crochet and sheer trend in one. Made from a cotton-blend lurex fabric, it features an all-over open geometric pattern, long sleeves and a round neckline. I'd style it with chunky boots.
£59.99 at Mango
$99.99 at Mango US
Dune Pardner Cowboy Boots
Dune Pardner Cowboy Boots
Sizes available: UK 3-8
Colours available: Black, Brown
Shipping: £5 Standard Delivery
Returns: Free within 14 days
Lean into the western trend with a pair of cowboy boots you can wear with literally everything. I love this real leather pair from Dune, which come in a classic mid-calf silhouette - and they're now on sale. They feature stitch detailing, a functional pull tab and a 6.5cm Cuban heel that's a comfortable as flats.
£80 (save 50%) at Debenhams
New Look Silver Sequin Fringe Cardigan
New Look Silver Sequin Fringe Cardigan
Sizes available: UK 6-22
Colours available: Silver
Shipping: £2.99 for Standard Delivery or free on orders over £50
Returns: £1.99 within 28 days
Kate Moss and Sienna Miller made tassel jackets a festival staple, but this one is a little more extra than your average denim or leather. Perfect if you like your outfits to have serious sparkle.
£54.99 at New Look
& Other Stories Smocked Mini Dress
& Other Stories Smocked Mini Dress
Sizes available: EUR 32-44
Colours available: Blue
Shipping: £4 Standard Delivery or free for orders over £80
Returns: Free within 30 days
Never underestimate the appeal of a mini dress you can pull on quickly and still look chic. Festival dressing can definitely be feminine and this floral dress comes in a comfy and flattering smock cut.
£75 at & Other Stories
$119 at & Other Stories US
ASOS DESIGN Parka Coat
ASOS DESIGN Parka Coat
Sizes available: XS-XL
Colours available: Mushroom, Cream, Black, Brown, Light Grey
Shipping: Free Standard Delivery
Returns: Free within 28 days
You can't go wrong with a lightweight parka in the British weather and this one is such a bargain from ASOS. Cut to a relaxed silhouette, it's hooded and crafted from a water resistant fabric - chuck it on as soon as the rain appears.
£45 at ASOS
$64.99 at ASOS US
Free People Fame Straw Cowboy Hat
Free People Fame Straw Cowboy Hat
Sizes available: One size
Colours available: Black
Shipping: £6 Standard Delivery or free for orders over £100
Returns: Free within 30 days
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 western style from Free People.
£58 at Free People
$58 at Free People US
Reformation Ivanna Knit Dress
Reformation Ivanna Knit Dress
Sizes available: XS-XL
Colours available: Brown
Shipping: £6 Standard Delivery or free over £100
Returns: £6 within 30 days
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.
£178 at Reformation
$178 at Reformation US
H&M Denim Shorts
H&M Denim Shorts
Sizes available: UK 4-22
Colours available: Blue, Black, White
Shipping: £3.99 Standard Delivery or free for orders over £30
Returns: Free within 28 days
Channel Sienna Miller in a double denim look with these popular shorts from H&M. Available in several different shades, they're just £15.99, and are cut with a regular waist in a slightly stretchy denim.
£15.99 at H&M
Reiss Liliana Jumpsuit
Reiss Liliana Jumpsuit
Sizes available: UK 4-16, Regular & Petite
Colours available: Khaki
Shipping: £5.95 Next Day Delivery
Returns: £1.95 within 28 days
There are some obvious downsides to wearing a jumpsuit at a festival (one word: portaloos), but this wide-leg style is the chicest way to wear the cargo trend. I'd wear it with a pair of trainers, gold jewellery and sunnies.
£248 at Reiss
$400 at Reiss US
ROKA London Farringdon Taslon Bag
ROKA London Farringdon Taslon Bag
Sizes available: One
Colours available: Coral, Hot Pink, Rose, Midnight, Cranberry, Charcoal, Corn, Berry, Purple
Shipping: £4 Standard Delivery or free for orders over £80
Returns: Free within 30 days
With its adjustable cross-body strap and slouchy style, ROKA London's Farringdon bag is festival perfection. Available in a whole collection of colours, it has just the right amount of space for your phone, lipstick, ID and other essentials, with multiple inside pockets. It's made from a weather-resistant Taslon, so it's super durable even in heavy rain.
£39.95 at ROKA London
& Other Stories Leather Cross Strap Sandals
& Other Stories Leather Cross Strap Sandals
Sizes available: UK 3-8
Colours available: Black
Shipping: £4 Standard Delivery or free for orders over £80
Returns: Free within 30 days
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.
£120 at ASOS
Dancing Leopard Zinnea Sequin Mini Skirt
Dancing Leopard Zinnea Sequin Mini Skirt
Sizes available: UK 6.18
Colours available: Multiple sequin blends
Shipping: £2.99 Standard Delivery
Returns: Free within 14 days
Inspired by Ibiza, this sequin mini skirt was made for a weekend of dancing. Wear it with a white or go all out in an equally glitzy bikini top.
£75 at Dancing Leopard
$98 at Dancing Leopard US
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