After a two-year hiatus due to the pandemic, Coachella [1] has returned and blessed the world with another round of fashion trends [2] to kick off the 2022 festival season. So if you're gearing up for Coachella weekend two — and crossing your fingers for another Harry Styles and Shania Twain [3] duet — or you're thinking ahead to the concerts you'll be attending later in the year, this roundup will inspire your festival fashion [4] wardrobe for this season and beyond.
The backdrop for Coachella is Indio, CA, which is a literal desert, so dressing for the extreme temperatures can be challenging. During the day, temperatures may reach up to the triple digits, but at night, they can plummet. And if there happens to be a gust in the air, it gets pretty chilly pretty fast. The key to nailing Coachella fashion [5] is having items on hand that you can layer, like a cozy crewneck or a lightweight jacket. In the daytime, you can wrap it around your neck or waist for a '90s-inspired flair, and then once the sun sets, layer it on top of your outfit for extra warmth.
Practical footwear is another must to ensure you can hop from show to show in style — without stumbling into the dirty brown grass. Platform sneakers [6] offer another playful, '90s-inspired option that you can walk miles in without so much as a blister. Another festival footwear favorite? Cowboy boots [7], which play up the Western desert aesthetic and pair perfectly with everything from a minidress to worn-in jeans. Consider sizing up and wearing thinner socks for peak comfort.
Keep scrolling to read through the rest of the biggest Coachella 2022 [8] fashion trends, according to POPSUGAR editors who were on the ground.
Boho Details
Tiered, cascading ruffles and wide-brimmed felt hats are always festival-ready. A luxe baguette handbag offers a subtle contrast and a hint of Y2K-inspired logomania without being over the top.
Free People Waterlily Maxi Dress
Free People Waterlily Maxi Dress [10] ($298)
Free People Wythe Leather Band Felt Hat
Free People Wythe Leather Band Felt Hat [11] ($58)
Fendi Baguette Bag Zucca Canvas
Fendi Baguette Bag Zucca Canvas [12] ($1,085)
Pearlcore
If "Bridgerton [13]" has taught us anything about fashion, it's that there's no such thing as too many pearls. Incorporate the trend into your look with an understated nameplate necklace.
The M Jewelers The Pearl Nameplate Necklace
The M Jewelers The Pearl Nameplate Necklace [14] ($200)
Tie-Dye
Tie-dye is a lingering trend that remains as popular as ever. The casual print conjures up images of beach bonfires and summers spent by the pool — just the type of relaxed energy you'll want to channel for festival season.
Tiare Hawaii Vanessa Set
Tiare Hawaii Vanessa Set [15] ($150)
Platform Sneakers
If you can't walk long distances in your festival footwear, you're doing it wrong. No one will be impressed by your ability (or lack thereof) to schlep your way through the mud in six-inch heels. With platform sneakers, you still get the height without the potential hazards.
Puma Cali Wedge Women's Sneakers
Puma Cali Wedge Women's Sneakers [16] ($90)
Cat-Eye Sunglasses
A classic pair of cat-eye sunglasses dresses up even the most casual prints and patterns, adding an element of "Matrix" mystery to your ensemble.
Dime Optics 444 Sunglasses
Dime Optics 444 Sunglasses [17] ($30)
Checker Print
With spring and summer upon us, it's time to bring out all the festive prints. Checkered patterns, in particular, are warm-weather-ready and pair perfectly with your favorite leather jacket and logo purse.
Marques Almeida Balloon Sleeve Asymmetric Hem Dress
Marques Almeida Balloon Sleeve Asymmetric Hem Dress [18] ($157, originally $331)
DSTLD Women's Leather Biker Jacket in Black
DSTLD Women's Leather Biker Jacket in Black [19] ($299, originally $598)
Telfar Small Orange Shopping Bag
Telfar Small Orange Shopping Bag [20] ($150)
Cowboy Boots
Think of desert-appropriate fashion, and it's hard not to picture quintessential Western garb: plaid button-ups, rugged denim, and — of course — cowboy boots. The more elaborately embellished, the better, especially if you're festival bound.
Boot Barn Old Gringo Women's Bonnie Pipin Crystal Western Boots
Boot Barn Old Gringo Women's Bonnie Pipin Crystal Western Boots [21] ($600)