The Festival Season Is Here! Check Out These 5 Trendy Aesthetics I'll Be Rocking and How to Shop for Them
Welcome to the Gen Z Mood, where I—Who What Wear UK's 27-year-old social media editor—share my monthly mood and the most exciting finds I've come across while scrolling. I’m always on the lookout for new, budget-friendly ways to embrace trends, and I’m bringing you along for the ride. There's nothing quite like festival season in the UK. Slipping into a cheerful outfit, enduring blisters, and enjoying your favorite artists while holding a warm beer truly warms my chilly English heart. Besides the star-studded lineups gracing the rugged UK countryside and the inevitable back-to-back hangovers (be sure to pack electrolytes), it also presents one of my favorite style dilemmas: festival dressing. This term gets thrown around a lot, especially as summer approaches. Whether it’s through your favorite fashion brand's emails showcasing items "made" for festivals or a flood of celebrity-approved Coachella outfits filling your feed from early spring, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed from the start.
However, if there’s anything I’ve learned from years of planning outfits for festivals, it’s that the more you stress about it, the less fun you’ll have! There will always be challenges (weather, long queues, and glitter will always find a way to keep us grounded), so we might as well enjoy the process. This year, I've resolved to adopt a more laid-back approach, combining the trends I’ve noticed on my feed with some of my all-time favorite style inspirations—yes, Kate Moss' 2000s Glastonbury outfits will be highlighted here—and pieces you likely already own to create looks for each trending festival aesthetic this summer. With a little help from my TikTok For You page and plenty of scrolling, keep reading for a budget-friendly, comprehensive festival edit for every style.
First, the essentials:
- Compeed Blister Plasters
- Berocca Mixed Flavours Bundle
- La Roche Posay Sun Protection Spray
- Loop Earplugs Switch 2
Drawing inspiration from 2024’s brat summer, this sporty yet rave-ready uniform is perfect for festival season. Think vintage track jackets, simple tank tops, and technical bags, along with something fuzzy or shiny to keep warm into the early hours.
- OAKLEY Oo9454 38 Evzero Blades
- KEEN Keen Jasper in Natural
- adidas Originals Adidas Originals Adilenium
- Gap Mid Rise Denim Shorts
- Peachy Den Kylie Denim Blue Skort
- Dickies Cross Body Bag
- Festigal Hooded Faux Fur Coat
Emerging straight from the 2000s Chloé-girl handbook, we’ve been tracking the boho revival for a while, but this nostalgic, '70s-inspired trend feels perfect for festival season. It may seem clichéd to opt for layered lace and tasseled suede for a music festival, but the current offerings are simply too appealing to overlook. I'll be channeling Sienna Miller’s 2000s style with a good pair of walking boots, a flowy skirt, and a textured vintage jacket.
- With Jéan Magnol Dress Chocolate
- Free People Gesibelle Set
- Timberland Women's Brown Boots
- Vintage 70s Suede Fringe Jacket
- Handmade Crochet Hat With Pearl
- Maria Nilsdotter Rebel Rebel Necklace
- Susmie's Ritmo Berroche Bracelet
- Free People Baby Leigh Tote
Whether you're attending a city day festival or heading to a weekend at Glastonbury farm, glitter is unavoidable. My advice? Lean into it. If you’ve always wanted to recreate Kate Moss’s iconic shimmering gold dress look (I’ve found the exact Topshop piece below!), or wish to be the disco queen of the festival, this sparkling aesthetic is perfect for your summer plans.
- New Look Sequinned Phone Bag
- HAND OVER Leonardo's Skirt
- Hunter Boots Tall Wellington Boot
- Lazy Oaf Red Heart Jacket
- Susmie's Peony Reversible Top
- Le Specs Burgundy Sunglasses
- MANGO Sequinned Shoulder Bag
- Birkenstock Super Birki 2.0
I firmly believe in 'if it ain't broke, don’t fix it!' This festival vibe has truly stood the test of time. Adored by style icons Alexa Chung and Daisy Edgar Jones, the combination of a wax jacket, pretty dress, and wellingtons is a staple in British festivals—not just due to the unpredictable weather. There’s something enjoyable about keeping it simple and dressing for your environment, joyfully moving around while staying dry! Scroll down to see my field-approved picks for summer 2025.
- MY MUM MADE IT Bandanna - White
- Damson Madder Quinn Slouchy Bag
- Barbour X Ganni Waxed Jacket
- OshKosh B'gosh Vintage Osh Kosh Overalls
- KEEN Women's Pyrenees Waterproof Hiking Boot
- Damson Madder El
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