Coachella outfits: the best 4 trends spotted at the festival
It’s April, which means one in the intertwining world of fashion and music: festival season is officially on. With the second weekend of Coachella about to start, it’s the perfect time to unpack the best Coachella outfits of 2023 that we’ve seen so far.
While classic festival style was aplenty, there are some fresh trends that celebrities are sporting this year. From Kendall Jenner’s and Shawn Mendes’s utilitarian ‘Anti-Coachella’ fits to Alessandra Ambrosio’s and Sara Sampaio’s playful take on ‘70s boho chic, we’ve compiled the most popular fashion trends from Coachella 2023 with a curated selection of sunglasses, so you can get your festival fits ready for the summer ahead.
1. ‘Anti-Coachella’
As seen on Kendall Jenner, Shawn Mendes and DJ Georgia Sinclair, the ‘Anti-Coachella’ Coachella look definitely picked up speed this season. Ditching traditional festival flair, celebs chose neutrals and blacks, an interesting choice considering the blazing heat of the desert.
Mendes was spotted in a basic fit of a graphic tee and tan cargos, polished only by a casual bandana and signature shades that look a lot like Mr. Leight’s Duke frames.
Jenner instead sported an understated fit of all-black with matching sunnies, which ironically, in all its understatedness, managed to stand out under the cacophony of neon hues that were seen at the festival.
Who's to thank for the Anti-Coachella look? Could it be the consequence of the ever-growing Quiet Luxury movement? Maybe. Whatever it is, it’s safe to say that the all-black sunglass is still the fail-proof (and fashion-forward) choice for summer.
Get the ‘Anti-Coachella’ look
Best oval sunglasses: Bottega Veneta’s BV1211S sunnies
Best profile: Saint Laurent’s SL 329 shades
Best cat-eye sunglasses: CHIMI’s 09 style
Best Shawn Mendes-inspired look: Mr. Leight Duke S shades
Best logo detail: Versace Medusa Biggie sunglasses
2. Subversive cyberpunk
The cyber-girl makes her comeback this season and to be frank, Coachella wouldn’t be quite the same without it. The futuristic trend was spotted with reflective silver hardware outfits, subversive chained corsets and mirrored frames that were verging on sporty. Call it the Balenciaga effect.
Get the Cyberpunk look
Best cyber feel: Balenciaga’s BB0041S shades
Best silver rims: Balenciaga’s BB0251S style
Best mask: Gucci’s GG1062S sunglasses
Best futuristic vibe: Prada’s PR 25YS sunglasses
Best wraparound frame: Versace VE2054 sunnies
3. ‘70s flower child
If you don’t see boho chic at Coachella, is it really Coachella? Seen on Alessandra Ambrosio and Sara Sampaio, 2023’s variation of the trend had a little bit of something for everyone. From exaggerated hemlines, either super short to super long, to multi-coloured pastel hue and whimsical metal frames with gradient lenses, retro-inspired festival fits have once again made a case for themselves.
Get the ‘70s flower child look
Best heart-shaped sunglasses: Gucci’s GG1283S shades
Best blue light filter lenses: Saint Laurent’s SL 301 sunnies
Best psychedelic style: Jacques Marie Mage’s Diana sunglasses
Best retro vibe: Jacques Marie Mage’s Ringo 2 shades
Best pastel lenses: Eyepetizer’s Celine style
4. Y2K Callback
Y2K style is still all the rage, and outfits from Coachella definitely proved that. Ab-baring tops were paired with low-slung trousers and shield sunglasses. While the ever-popular Barbiecore pink made its way across crop tops and chunky frames alike.
Here’s the thing: we’re not sure how long the Y2K wave will last, so you might as well have fun with it.
Get the ‘Y2K’ look
Best shield style: Gucci’s GG1244S sunglasses
Best rectangular frame: Saint Laurent’s SL 553 sunnies
Best graphic logo: Alexander McQueen’s AM0404S shades
Best playful design: Dolce & Gabbana’s DG6187 sunglasses
Best grown-up take on the Y2K look: Gentle Monster’s Didion shades
