From Glastonbury and Reading to Download, Parklife and Creamfields, there is a fantastic selection of festivals taking place in the UK this year. Whether you’re attending for the day or camping for the long haul, you’ll want to ensure you’re fully prepped – and rocking the latest festival styles. Before you start packing your bags, take a look at these seven essential clothing items to pack for a UK festival:
1. Summer Clothes
With any luck, you can enjoy your favourite artists with the sun shining and warm temperatures, so be sure to pack an array of summer attire when you’re heading to a festival. For women, denim shorts, cropped tees and casual dresses are a great option that will keep you cool and showcase your style. For men, designer shorts, polo shirts and t-shirts are essential staples that every festivalgoer should have in their bag.
2. Winter Warmers
Most UK festivals are held in the summer months… but don’t let that stop you from taking a few winter essentials with you! You can never rely on the weather in the UK, and it can get noticeably cooler in the evenings and throughout the night. Keep yourself cosy with sweaters and hoodies and pack a pair of jogging bottoms for lounging around your tent too.
3. Fashionable Footwear
When it comes to festival footwear, there really is only one option. Hunter wellies will keep you on trend and protect you as you’re wading through mud and traversing the fields to see the biggest acts. What’s more – you’ll be super-comfortable as you dance all night when you have the right footwear. With men’s, women’s and kid’s styles available in a range of colours and finishes, these wellies are a must-have item for festivalgoers of all ages.
4. Tights and Leggings
Looking great might be your top priority but, after a couple of nights camping, staying comfortable will come a close second and tights and leggings will help you do just that. Wear them with a long tee or mini dress or pop them on under trousers and jogging bottoms for extra warmth. The thin material means that they’ll dry quickly, so they’re a great addition to have if you get caught in a downpour. Light and easy to pack, throw in some extras to ensure you’ve always got a clean, dry change of clothes to hand.
5. Waterproof Outerwear
Don’t let bad weather prevent you from making the most of your time on the festival scene. If it’s due to rain all day (and night) or there’s a risk of a storm, you’ll want to have something waterproof to hand. While your tent should (hopefully) keep you dry while you’re asleep, a waterproof coat will stop you from getting soaked as you enjoy the party atmosphere. If you want to stay on trend this season, the Joules Women’s Hallaton Floral GoLightly Packable Waterproof Coat will give your festival outfits a burst of colour, without taking up too much space in your bag.
6. Oversized Shirts and Blouses
A festival might not be the best place for a formal button-down shirt but throw on an oversized shirt or blouse and you’ll be the epitome of cool. Perfect for over a cami, vest top or cropped tee, you can pair an oversized shirt with practically anything to add a stylish feel to your look. A casual skirt is also a great look for guys, so buy a size up and wear over a muscle vest top or skinny tee. As well as being uber-fashionable, an oversized shirt will give you added protection from the sun if it’s warm (or, more likely, stop you getting windburn if it’s a little blustery!)
7. Hats and Headwear
Festivals give you the chance to push the boundaries with your style, so go bold and experiment with headwear you wouldn’t usually wear. Headbands, bandanas, bucket hats… anything goes on the festival circuit so why not unleash your inner fashionista and put your own spin on a classic Philip Treacy design (with added glitter, obviously)?!
Prepping for Your Next Festival
Whether you’re an experienced festivalgoer or you’re getting ready for your first big event, a successful festival experience starts with the preparation. If you can, start getting your gear together a couple of weeks in advance, so you’ve got time to pick up last-minute essentials before you head off. From checking your tent is fully functional to packing the right clothes, you’ll have tons more fun (and no stress) if you remember to take all the essentials with you.
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