Ah, Coachella—otherwise known as two back-to-back, jam-packed weekends of contemporary music's biggest and brightest acts shredding in the So-Cal desert debauchery. Of course, the big C isn't merely about swaying to Solange surrounded by palm trees and posi vibes, it's also something of a spring Fashion Week. But, done wrong, it can be a total eyesore. To those who deck out in denim cutoffs, fringe, lace, and the infamous DIY daisy crown, we say: no more, man. Seriously, before you throw on Rumours and debate between which washed-out 501s pair best with which neon bandeau, check out OC's guide to not being a Coachella stereotype. ![]()
No Day-Glo wraparounds? No problem. These BERHNARD WILLHELM X MYKITA Daisuke Sheild Sunglasses are a great stand-in. For our full list of alternatives, see below.
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1. No three words kill a vibe quite like "DIY daisy crown" (other than "sale is over"). That's right—it's high time the festival fixture was dethroned. This Jennifer Behr COSETTE HEADWRAP is a fresh, functional take on floral headwear.
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2. Nothing screams "Coachella uniform!" quite like a grossly short pair of denim cutoffs. Whether studded, bleached, tie-dyed, or "Whatever" bedazzled, Indio has seen them all. Instead, trade up in these Isa Arfen Elastic Culottes. The sheer stripes will keep things light and airy, and unlike denim diapers, they won't result in a wardrobe malfunction.
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3. Stand out from the mass of standard-issue black ankle booties with these Toga Pulla Four Buckle Boots. The perfect balance between modern and cowboy, these stompers put a refined Americana spin on things.
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4. Triple-tier vests and capes are cool, but not since SLOANE PETERSON tore it up to "Twist and Shout" in white-leather shoulder pads has fringe rocked so hard. Blackmeans Studded Fringe Suede Jacket kills it softly—just the way we like it.
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5. Half boyfriend jean, half delicate-lace trouser, these hybrid House of Holland Lace Boyfriend Jeans will be like the purple unicorn at Coachella. As the festival headliner (yes, that would be OutKast) proves, sometimes, two titans are better than one.
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6. Don't take your look into Top Gun territory with some run-of-the-mill aviator frames. These Opening Ceremon
No Day-Glo wraparounds? No problem. These BERHNARD WILLHELM X MYKITA Daisuke Sheild Sunglasses are a great stand-in. For our full list of alternatives, see below.
1. No three words kill a vibe quite like "DIY daisy crown" (other than "sale is over"). That's right—it's high time the festival fixture was dethroned. This Jennifer Behr COSETTE HEADWRAP is a fresh, functional take on floral headwear.
2. Nothing screams "Coachella uniform!" quite like a grossly short pair of denim cutoffs. Whether studded, bleached, tie-dyed, or "Whatever" bedazzled, Indio has seen them all. Instead, trade up in these Isa Arfen Elastic Culottes. The sheer stripes will keep things light and airy, and unlike denim diapers, they won't result in a wardrobe malfunction.
3. Stand out from the mass of standard-issue black ankle booties with these Toga Pulla Four Buckle Boots. The perfect balance between modern and cowboy, these stompers put a refined Americana spin on things.
4. Triple-tier vests and capes are cool, but not since SLOANE PETERSON tore it up to "Twist and Shout" in white-leather shoulder pads has fringe rocked so hard. Blackmeans Studded Fringe Suede Jacket kills it softly—just the way we like it.
5. Half boyfriend jean, half delicate-lace trouser, these hybrid House of Holland Lace Boyfriend Jeans will be like the purple unicorn at Coachella. As the festival headliner (yes, that would be OutKast) proves, sometimes, two titans are better than one.
6. Don't take your look into Top Gun territory with some run-of-the-mill aviator frames. These Opening Ceremon