How to Dress for Festival Season Even If You're Not Attending Coachella

Festival season is here! With Coachella only days away, it has been total festival vibes everywhere! The spirit and excitement of Coachella gets everyone in that boho-chic mood, but the only downfall is that tickets not only sell out fast, but they're astronomical! Plus, if you're not located in the SoCal area, that's a whole other expense in itself. But... that doesn't mean you still can't dress for the occasion!

Part of the fun of festival season is dressing up for it - Coachella is basically its own holiday. So, just like you would dress festively for any other, it's only appropriate to bring out your best boho-chic attire and strut like the Coachella babes do!

Don't get me wrong, if you're not a total bohemian or hippie style girl sometimes shopping for the perfect festival-inspired look can be difficult. But what I've learned is that simple pieces truly do go a long way! I recently went to Urban Outfitters and Forever 21 to score an affordable and totally Coachella-approved look.

My entire look is actually really simple: a Zippered Denim Skirt from Forever 21, the Out From Under Suzanne Strapless Bodysuit a pink Classic Bandana from Urban Outfitters around my neck. Side note: I am so happy that the bandana trend is back! 

The strapless bodysuit gave the look a super summery feel - totally appropriate for those desert hangs. The denim skirt and bandana added the perfect festival-esque touch that fits the part, yet isn't overdone for an average week. 

I made this look a bit more "Brielle" style and paired it with my favorite Steve Madden nude heels.

Whether you're heading to Coachella or not this year, it's always still fun to take part in all the festival fun. And hey, if you pick the right pieces, you can style it in different ways all year round. I don't know about you, but I feel a very boho brunch coming on in the future...

Photography by Emma Lynn Cinema

Hamptons x OC Boho at Babette's

Knowing that Babette’s Newport Beach had a stunning outdoor dining terrace, and that the restaurant originated in East Hampton, I wanted to make sure my outfit was going to embody the breezy, balmy and casual-luxurious atmosphere of the space.

I find that Newport Beach and The Hamptons have very similar characteristics and both share that relaxed, yet elegant vibe. I immediately think of summer pastels, or just good old white. And that’s exactly what I went with.

I wore a very boho off-the-shoulder blouse with bell sleeves, and simply paired it with my favorite pair of distressed skinny jeans from TopShop. Since it was daytime, I opted for gold flat sandals.

Babette’s is certainly a place that wearing a summery dress or jeans and heels is very appropriate, regardless of the time of day. I personally love the simple look and either dress up with heels or great accessories. Bring your favorite fab sunnies, especially if you know you’ll be dining outside. 

Whether sipping on Babette’s Iced Organic Moroccan Green Mint Tea or one of their amazing cold-pressed juices, you’ll enjoy your airy brunch outside looking as chic as ever.

Photography by: Grace + Light Photo