Dust off your dancing boots because festival season is here. Coachella may be over, but Glastonbury, Wilderness, Reading & Leeds, All Points East, Field Day (and more) are still to come 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 cowboy boots: AllSaints Dolly Western Leather Boots
- The mini dress: Rat & Boa Beatriz Dress
- The maxi dress: Mango Lace Dress
- The graphic tee: GANNI Printed T-Shirt
- The disc belt: Free People Follow Your Arrow Wrap Belt
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 Glastonbury in recent years has to be Sienna Miller's effortless double denim ensemble. Her jacket and shorts were by Self-Portrait and you can shop similar cowboy boots all over the high street.
As one of the biggest summer trends, crochet has also dominated recent festival seasons, and Poppy Delevingne looked gorgeous in her striped crochet mini dress with bright fluro detail from Nobody's Child in 2023.
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, 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 2025
AllSaints Dolly Western Leather Boots
Editor's Note:
AllSaints always has the best festival edit, but if you're only buying one thing, make it these ultra cool silver cowboy boots that you can style with everything. Made from real leather, they'll only get better with more wear. Channel Sienna Miller and pair them with double denim.
Rixo Menno Silk Scarf
Editor's note:
Clever festival packing is all about versatile pieces you can wear in multiple ways. This silk scarf from Rixo can be styled as a top, neck scarf or head scarf, so you'll always be reaching for it.
GANNI Printed T-Shirt
Editor's note:
An easy go-to. Wear this Ganni tee with distressed denim shorts, wide-leg jeans or a mini skirt for understated festival style.
Mango Lace Dress
Editor's note:
I think this Mango maxi would look amazing with a pair of chunky black boots and a leather jacket for festival season. Lace is big news right now and this is a very chic way to wear it.
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. First dropped last summer, you can now shop them with a big discount.
Rat & Boa Beatriz Dress
Editor's note:
If in doubt - a dress and chunky boots every time. This Rat & Boa printed mini is perfect for a festival (and beyond). Let it do the talking alone, or add statement jewellery for a maximalist look.
Free People Follow Your Arrow Wrap Belt
Editor's note:
20 years after that iconic Glastonbury outfit, there's a disc belt revival. I love this one from Free People. Made from studded circle segments, it features a self-tie tassel closure.
Brave Soul Iridescent Festival Rain Mac
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Looking for a waterproof rain mac that won't ruin your outfits? This one from ASOS is a bargain and it comes with pockets.
Karen Millen Metallic Faux Leather Silver Trousers
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The silver trousers trend is ideal for festival season and this Karen Millen pair is now on sale. Cut with side pockets and a straight-leg, they can be styled with both boots and trainers.
Birkenstock Arizona Studded Sandals
Editor's Note:
If the sun is out, these Birkenstocks are totally suitable for dancing or trekking from tent to tent. Made from soft suede studded with metallic accents, the iconic sandals feature a cork-latex footbed that offers flexibility, cushioning and support.
