"Few activities in life are as enjoyable as watching live music. Itâs one of those things Iâll never turn down. Will I spend far too much to see someone Iâve been obsessed with since 13? Obviously (looking at you, Taylor). A friend bought tickets to someone Iâve never heard of? Iâm there. A local artist is putting on a show at my favorite winery? Say no more. But with each and every âyes!â that leaves my mouth, Iâm left with a typical Grinch moment: âBut what will I wear?!â Each type of concert is different, meaning the concert outfits will vary.
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While Iâm a firm believer that everyone should wear whatever they feel best in no matter what the event is, having a little guidance and inspiration never hurt anyone. Thatâs exactly what weâre presenting here today. Weâve put together concert outfits for all genres and types of concertsâfrom a local street festival to a stadium showâto inspire you for your next event.
Country Concert or Festival
Summertime is made for country music concerts and festivals. Itâs only right that our outfit include cowboy bootsâone of my personal favorite trends of the year. Not only are they adorable, but they pair perfectly with a simple dress. We also included a fun denim jacket that adds just a little something western to the look. Whether youâre heading to a stadium to see Luke Combs, or kicking the dust up at a festival, youâll be concert ready.
Cowboy boot pro-tip: They can take a little while to break in, but once they are, theyâre the most comfortable shoes. Donât be afraid to throw some bandaids and even duct tape on the heels of your feet with some thick socks the first few times you wear them.
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1. denim jacket
2. sunglasses
3. puff-sleeve dress | similar dress
4. cowboy boots
5. crossbody bag | similar bag
Local Show
As the weather heats up, more and more local places will be hosting live music. Breweries, wineries, parks, and more will be hosting local artists and we wonât want to miss out. For a low-key event like this, we suggest opting for concert outfits that are comfortable, casual, and cute. A crochet dress is on trend right nowâthanks, in part, to editor-favorite TV show Daisy Jones and the Six, and we think itâs only right to take part in the fun.
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1. crochet dress | similar dress
4. straw tote
Outdoor/Street Festival
Maybe youâre heading to a street fair or market type of event that will be hosting live music. In this case, you may be doing some more walking than a typical concert event. Thatâs why we paired these comfortable (and adorable) flat sandals with a breathable and flowy dress that we can feel comfortable in all day long. The hat will be a life-saver when the sun is beating down, and the cardigan may come in handy when it goes down.
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1. straw hat
2. cardigan | similar cardigan
3. maxi dress
Pop
Pop concerts, like the Eras Tour or Harry Styles, are some of the most fun to attend because they give us an opportunity to really be creative with our concert outfits. We know our favorite pop artists are going to step out of the box while putting on a high-energy show, so why canât we? These satin wide-leg pants are just edgy enough to elicit a few, âWhere did you get those?â while being comfortable enough to spend a whole night in. Plus, weâll take a monochrome moment with the matching bodysuit any chance we get. Finish the look with some gold accessories, including a stadium-approved crossbody bag.
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2. satin wide-leg pants | similar pants
The Classics
While my dreams of ever attending a Woodstock festival are more wild than stepping foot on Mars, Iâll take what I can get by attending concerts of the classics whenever I can. Inspired by Elton John, Bruce Springsteen, Stevie Nicks, as well as classic rock legends like AC/DC and Lynyrd Skynyrd, this outfit was intended to give all of the â70s and â80s vibes. Thereâs something uniquely nostalgic about a long flowy skirt and a denim vest.
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1. denim vest | similar vest
Millennialcore, AKA early 2000s punk rock
All of my Millennial dreams came true the day Blink-182 announced their 2023 tour, and I was instantly taken back when I threw on their music in honor of the announcement. Not to mention, Iâm still holding out hope that Iâll get to see some of my other favorites like P!nk and Paramore on tour in the future. Itâs only right that an outfit for this type of concert include a throwback staple of the timesâthe skortâpaired with a bodysuit and a checkered sequin shacket that exudes cool. Doesnât this pattern remind you of your old checkered Vans?
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1. bodysuit
3. shoulder bag
4. skort
Hip-Hop
Some big name hip-hop artists are heading out on tour this year as well, like Drake, Lil Baby, and even a throwback favoriteâT-Pain. For those of quick enough to get our hands on tickets for these shows, weâre going to need the perfect outfit. While a good go-to for hip hop shows is leather pants, summer time is usually too hot for this option. Instead, opt for these fun and highly-comfortable cargo pants that make the perfect statement while being functional.
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1. corset top | similar top
2. cargo pants
