Coachella is a cultural phenomenon and a fashion runway held annually over two weekends in Indio, California. This music festival presents a selected line-up of popular music artists to perform while hosting art installations, food vendors, and various activities, attracting influencers, fans, and fashion enthusiasts. While Coachella doesn't have a mandatory dress code or a specific official fashion theme, it's been historically known for its vibrant boho festival style that's evolved throughout the years. Boho is short for bohemian, which is a style of living and dressing that embraces a free-spirited, artistic, and unconventional approach to fashion and life. If you want to plan the perfect outfit for this event, but don't know what to wear, this is a guide on how to personalize your own Coachella outfit.
Style Overview: Modern Boho 𐚁𓄀✮⋆˙
The bohemian aesthetic remains a Coachella staple, but 2025 sees a refined twist. Many outfits include earthy tones, vibrant, animal patterns, and western hippie styled clothes.
Often flowy dresses are paired with structured accessories, layered clothing pieces, and wrap belts. People also dress similarly to if they're attending raves. At raves, people also wear lightweight and easy-to-move in clothes with bold colors, patterns, and accessories. Many choose to wear reflective jewelry and Kandi, which are handmade beaded accessories and commonly incorporated in Coachella outfits.
Outfit essentials + examples:
(All pictures are from Instagram)
1. Sheer and Asymmetrical Layered Pieces
Sheer fabrics and asymmetrical cuts are fitted in various creative ways. From flowy white dresses to unevenly hemmed tops, people layer and mix-and-match various combinations of clothing for a unique high-end fashion impression.
2. Fringe and Bead Embellishments
Fringe usually adorns jackets, skirts, and accessories. Embellished items like sequined jackets and beaded crop tops add sparkle in the desert light, adding drama and flavor to any outfit.
3. Micro Shorts and Matching Sets
Similar to rave outfits, many guests like to wear matching sets in bold prints or silver and gold tones, offering a cohesive and eye-catching look.
⭒✮⭒ Additional accessories often include chunky jewelry and belts, hair cuffs, cowboy hats, and belts, and boots.