If it’s looking hot where you’re headed, less is more — especially since most festivals are seriously lacking in shade. Think camis, shorts, strappy mini dresses, breezy skirts, and light layers you can toss in your bag. Skorts are my personal favorite: no chafing, easy to roll up, and quick to hand-wash if needed.
My go-to sunny-day combo is usually a skort and a mini dress or tunic — light, breathable, and easy to move in. I usually wear sneakers to protect my toes, but sandals are a must, too, especially for slipping on around the campsite. The chunkier, the better (spoken as someone who’s 5’2 — they keep you up and out of the inevitable day-four mud by the water taps).
I like to stick to a warm, sunny palette — yellows, oranges, tans, and browns — so everything mixes and matches easily, which helps cut down on packing.
No matter your vibe, the sun-safe festival essentials stay the same: a hat, sunglasses, SPF, and tons of water. Trust me, nothing ruins a set faster than overheating or a brutal sunburn.
