Journalist Caoimhe Mahon outlines some of the fun and fabulous trends to try out this festival season.
The sun has been shining, boho is back, and everyone is turning a little bit country - festival season is upon us.
The fashion Gods have answered our prayers and provided us with the perfect festival fit inspo.
From statement boots to disc eyelet belts and, of course, in honour of a never-ending Brat Summer, Y2K mini tees - festival goers at Coachella and Stagecoach paved the way for this festival season.
When it comes to mastering the perfect festival look, you have to consider two things: achieving the ultimate aesthetic and being practical.
Remember, we need to come prepared, and in Ireland, that might mean being equipped to dance or slide around muddy fields. You'll likely need your sunglasses and SPF as much as your rain coat and pocket warmers.
But practical does not have to mean boring, in fact, my favourite thing about festival season is the ability to have fun with your outfits.
So, whether you are all about the glitter and glam or would rather opt for bomber jackets and biker boots, we have all the top tips to get you kitted out for this festival season.
We've also listed some examples to shop, but be sure to check out your local charity spots, swap with friends, or shop your own wardrobe before jumping to make any new purchases.
Jorts, bloomers or short shorts - the choice is endless
Shorts can be the ultimate staple to transition your outfit from day to night. In the age of capsule wardrobes, most of us will have a pair of shorts on hand, forming the perfect backdrop to any festival fit.
Short options:
Be bold with a unique statement piece
There is no right way to dress for a festival; take the classic looks of Vanessa Hudgens, Alexa Chung or Suki Waterhouse - these three women smash the festival look time and time again.
They do so by throwing away the rule book, ditching the confines of trends, and marrying textures, prints and fits to form the perfect melting pot aesthetic.
Festivals provide an opportunity to take an item of clothing and go in a completely different direction with it.
When it comes to versatile statement pieces, though, you cannot go wrong with a dress. They allow you to merge the sophisticated with the edgy, the elegant with the playful, and the glamorous with the functional.
Statement dresses:
Shoe options:
Marilyn Monroe once said, 'Give a girl the right shoes and she can conquer the world.' Well, she wasn't wrong, and in 2025, we believe that if you give a girl the right shoe, she can conquer any festival this summer.
Shoe options (just be sure to wear them in first)
- Beau boot
- Western Cowboy boot
- Vegan platform boots
- Arizona-style Birkenstocks
- Cushion Sandals
- Converse
Makeup and hair
It is not just the clothes that you can have fun with this festival season. Makeup, hair and accessories are crucial for completing any look, and when it comes to festivals, more is more.
Opt for chunky glasses and print bandanas, make a statement with a hat or belt and get stacking the jewellery - from rings to necklaces, hoops to bangles, be creative with your jewellery combinations.
Accessories:
Festival fashion is diverse, expansive and wide-ranging. So far, 2025 has delivered a spectrum of festival fashion, ranging from the unapologetic sex appeal of Charli XCX and Addison Rae to the whimsical, bohemian echoes of Gracie Abrams and Lorde.
So, whether you are raving in Stradbally, chilling at Malahide, or camping up in Laois, have fun with your fits this festival season.
