Sun, music, endless dancing, and yes... that heat that melts your eyeliner. Festivals are a fantasy, but also a test of endurance. So if you're thinking about going to one soon, be it Bombastic, Arenal, or one in your hometown, here's your ultimate guide to surviving in style.
🎒 1. Choose the look... but think about the after-party
We know: festival looks are part of the show. But not everything goes if you're going to be outdoors for 10 hours. The ideal is to find that balance between aesthetics and comfort .
✅ What to bring:
- Vintage cargo pants or mini skirts with pockets (to store your phone and avoid carrying a purse).
- Strappy tops , corsets, or bandeaus: fresh, flattering, and easy to combine.
- Flowy dresses or oversized t-shirts : if you're into doing your own thing without a worry.
👉 At Neare we have a festival selection, stop by the store.
🕶 2. Sunglasses that speak for you
A good pair of glasses can hide dark circles, lift your mood, and complete your look in a flash. If you don't know which ones to choose:
- Y2K vibes : tinted windows, oval or butterfly shapes.
- 90s style : black, square and mysterious.
🎯 Tip: Carry a few extra in your backpack. Someone always loses them (or you do).
👢 3. Footwear: think about the ground
Yes, those vintage boots look crazy, but... would you last 12 hours in them? Here are some stylish and sensible options:
- Retro sneakers or skate shoes : for comfort.
- Chunky sandals or ugly shoes : if it's hot and you're going to dance until closing time.
At our festivals, style isn't what you suffer for. Style is what you dance with.
🧴 4. Real survival kit
Carry it in a fanny pack, tote bag, or mini backpack and it will save your life:
- Reusable bottle (festivals are increasingly having more water points)
- Wet wipes and sunscreen
- A mini fan
- Portable charger
- Handkerchief or bandana (useful for everything: hair, neck, hiding from dust...)
Extra tip: keep an ibuprofen in case the sun, the volume, or the previous night take their toll.
👜 5. The baguette bag goes… but not only
Vintage baguette bags are a dream come true, but they're not always the most practical choice. Use them for more urban festivals or when you know you won't be around for long periods of time. For the rest of the time: fanny packs, small crossbody bags, or even 90s backpacks.
Discover our selection of bags and glasses
📍 Bonus track: Stop by Neare before the festival
If you want to create your complete look with special pieces, stop by our stores. There's always something new and unique that will make you shine at the festival.
📍 Madrid: Corredera Alta de San Pablo, 21
📍 Barcelona: Carrer del Doctor Dou, 4
💘 In summary:
Festivals are the perfect excuse to play with your clothes, relive the '90s and '00s, and shine. But don't forget that the best plan is to feel like yourself without giving up dancing, sweating, and having fun.
Neare is your festival era bestie.
