Monday, September 23, 2013

Packing for Festivals : The Utilitarian Way


Every year when festival season rolls around, dozens of retailers roll out "festival fashion" - trendy, overpriced and usually pretty ugly clothes you can wear to show how hot the underside of your ass looks as you sweat your way through Coachella.  For those of us going to festivals for the music and not to be seen however, there are a few staples we should all remember when packing our bags.  

1. Comfortable shoes you don't mind walking around in all day.  The worst thing you could do is wear something the first day that will inhibit your ability to walk because of blisters for the rest of the fest.  

2.  Always bring your favorite pair of black jeans.  They go with everything, will keep you warm at night, have pockets, and you can wear them for a couple days in a row if needed. 

3. A comfortable pair of shorts if it's gonna be warm at all.  Still try to stick with denim because it's easy and comfortable.  If it's gonna be cold at night though I would bring a pair of pants to change into once the sun sets.  

4. Sunglasses are crucial.  You don't want to be squinting trying to see your favorite band that you paid all this money to come see.  Don't forget the sunscreen, too!

5.  A couple comfy tanks so you don't get too hot.  

6.  If it's a cold weather festival, make sure to bring a warm jacket.  I've underpacked too many times and spent the entirety of multiple festivals freezing my ass off.  I like my North Face because it's warm, has zippered pockets, and I can fold it up small enough to keep in my backpack during the day.  

7. Once again, if it's a cold weather festival make sure you pack a pair of all weather boots.  You never know when the sky is gonna open up and pour on you while you're trying to see Brand New.  I wore a pair of horse mucking boots (basically combat boots) and they were way more comfortable to walk around in all day than rubber rain boots.  

Good luck and enjoy the music.  

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