As the sun sets on the Californian desert, Coachella attracts the stars of Hollywood, making it the ultimate fashion mecca. This year’s festival was a melting pot of sartorial inspiration that stunned us. From understated elegance to bohemian vibes, celebrities showed off their eclectic style choices that were both daring and unique. Bright and bold, chic and stylish the extravaganza was in full swing.
This year saw parasols, trendy balaclavas, edgy cowboy-style accouterments, throwback hats, and an altogether avant-garde style to the scene.
But every year Coachella brings a different fashion statement to the scene. Let’s start with the reigning queen of festival fashion, Kendall Jenner. At Coachella 2016, she was giving us major Daisy Jones and The Six vibes. This boho babe showed fashion enthusiasts that the ’70s never go out of style. She went a little heavy on the accessories, but hey, it works for her, and the whole look is definitely a 10.
At Coachella 2019, Gigi Hadid stunned festival-goers in a ribbed white tank top paired with textured pants that featured a statement belt, creating a clean and contemporary aesthetic. To spice things up, she added a fun and playful tie-dye vest and accessorized with pink-tinted sunglasses and a shell choker.
Meanwhile, Hailey Bieber made a statement with her effortlessly sexy look at the Levi’s Brunch event during Coachella 2018. She donned a white lace corset top with jeans and chunky white sneakers, elevating the ensemble with oversized white hoop earrings and white-rimmed sunglasses. These fashion icons set the bar high for festival fashion, inspiring attendees to experiment and push the boundaries with their style choices.
But not all festival fashion choices are a hit. Katy Perry’s fitted blue dress with a guitar design at Coachella 2016 was one of the worst looks we’ve seen, and those pink fuzzy slides didn’t do her any favors. Amber Rose’s neon cheerleader outfit at the Neon Carnival during Coachella 2022 was also a miss, with its busy bright green and black outfit.
As the fashion industry evolves, so does festival fashion. The boho-chic style that has dominated Coachella for years is starting to give way to a more minimalist approach. For example, Kendall Jenner showed that sometimes a T-shirt could be the coolest thing to wear at festivals, with no glitter needed. At Coachella 2023, we got more of this understated elegance, focusing on unique silhouettes and small details.
At Coachella 2022, Alessandra Ambrosio sported a mesh boho body suit that strategically covered all the right places. This look was playful and fun, capturing the spirit of the festival. Rihanna also made a statement at Coachella 2018, wearing a pink-and-blue zipper-front swimsuit, blue cargo pants, and yellow heels for her Fenty x PUMA event. Her eclectic outfit perfectly embodied the funky vibe that Coachella is known for.
The future of festival fashion looks devilishly delightful and angelically bright, with a mix of understated elegance and daring styles that will inspire fashion lovers for years to come. So, whether you’re a boho babe or a minimalist maven, Coachella 2023 headlined as the must-attend event for trendsetters in the fashion industry. This glittering extravaganza left us all wanting more.