5 Of The Biggest Festival Trends 2018

Many of us are looking forward to attending one of the summer’s biggest festivals in the next few weeks. Festivals are the place to try out some of the newest summer trends and styles and get more colourful and creative with your fashion choices. However, festival trends have evolved far beyond the denim shorts and flower crowns that have been the epitome of festival style over the past few years. Here are 5 of the biggest festival trends for this summer’s festival season.

Western

After taking over many of the SS18 catwalks, Western-inspired style is officially “on-trend” this summer. For festivals, choose a pair of cowboy boots instead of chunky and hot wellies and pair them with flowing floral dresses or flattering kimonos. Anything with tassels or studs are also popular additions to the western trend this summer and can be found on almost anything, from bags to belts. If you’re not a fan of the festival favourite, swap the bucket hat for a stylish cowboy hat to finish off your boho vibe.

Denim and White Tee Combo

If there is anything you take away from this year’s Coachella festival, it’s that all the celebs and models are big fans of the denim and white tee combination. This simple yet stylish look is extremely easy to pull off and won’t take up much room in your backpack. Pair your combination with some matching white accessories, such as sunglasses or a classic 90s scrunchie. When it comes to footwear, everything goes with this combination classic, from Dr Martens to Converse. This is the perfect festival trend and can be mixed up to suit your personal style.

Glitter

More is better when it comes to this key festival trend. Festival glitter is big this year and however you wear it you’re sure to be in style. Whether you prefer a big chunky glitter or a smaller, more refined sparkle, what you do with it is what counts. On the third day of a festival when your hair is in need of a wash, just add some glitter to your roots to achieve one of the hottest summer trends. Facial glitter is the perfect way to accessorise at a festival and will see you shining all day (and night) long and is the perfect way to hide tired eyes and skin.

Sportswear

A festival is the perfect time to try out styles you might not usually wear. Swapping your denim shorts for sportswear-inspired trends might be a bold call, but sportswear is much more comfortable and lightweight than traditional festival wear. Style with a plain and simple t-shirt or a waterproof bomber jacket to really pull off the whole look. Not only will you be on top of the style stakes, you’ll be comfortable and dry if the typical festival weather starts.

Belt-Bags

If you get bored and tired of carrying a huge backpack around during a festival, then ditch the straps for this summer’s take on the classic bum bag. Big enough for all of your essentials but not bulky or heavy, belt bags are the perfect festival accessory. For extra security, pick one with a zip so that you’re not at risk of dropping your belongings or getting them stolen. If you want to upgrade this look, pair with silver jewellery or a crochet vest.