The fashion at California festivals is often inspiring, whether you're a guy or a gal, because let's face it: California has kind of an endless-summer-thing going on compared to the rest of the world. But there is something about the well-dressed festie men who deserve a few extra props – it is much harder to find wild men's clothing in a world where many festival vendors usually don’t have as many out-there choices for men.

Instead, festie dudes have gotten creative; they scour the women’s sections at thrift shops and incorporate tons of accessories, and the results are pretty magnificent. A winning ensemble is usually a combination of second-hand finds mixed with vendor-bought and one-of-a-kind wares. Behold, six essential style tips from California festie guys that will add major flair to your festival look. 

The Statement Hat

Whether your choice of hat is a top hat, snapback, cowboy hat or something else altogether, a signature hat is essential to creating your festival look. A hat is one piece worth spending money on, because you can wear the same ones with many different outfits and still keep your look fresh.

Hats help keep the sun out of your face, as well as make you easy to spot in the crowd. The best place to shop for festival worthy hats are at the festivals themselves, so make sure to take a look at the vendors and try some on.

Psychedelic Shirt

Psychedelic shirts come in many forms. From t-shirts, to button downs, to tunics, these can be found at thrift stores or from festival vendors. A multitude of smaller labels have been designing them as well, so you shouldn’t have to look too far to find one perfectly suited for you.

Jewelry

I don’t think I have ever seen a man at a festival without some piece of jewelry on. Whether you opt for a wire wrapped masterpiece, a woodcut creation, or pile it all on, the right necklace or ring can solidify your steeze. Jewelry is also often the easiest piece to transition into your default world wardrobe.

Headscarf

For a more breezy alternative to a hat – or as an added element to further embellish your statement hat – headscarves can instantly make a guy look amazing and festival-ready. A headscarf can also double as a dust mask on a dirty dance floor or can be dunked in water to relieve the heat.

If you have long hair or dreads, using a scarf to tie it all up can create a chic, functional look.

Unique Shades

Festivals are a chance to wear the things you might not ever rock in real life. Wild sunglasses are no exception – they aare another great way to spice up any outfit. From holographic lenses to heart-shaped frames, guys should wear any frames that strike their fancy.

Whether the rest of your outfit is more simple or just as busy, the combination of cool sunglasses and statement headwear always creates a striking look.

Faux Fur

Photo by: Dijon

When night falls you've got to have something fabulous on your back to keep you toasty through nights filled with dancing and mingling. A staple for West Coast guys is always a big, cozy faux-fur coat, which are affordable and abundant at second-hand shops (and newer styles are often quite whimsical). While they can be bulky when packing for a festival weekend, nothing says "I'm ready to go all night" like flashy, furry outwear.

Photo by: Art Gimbel

Pro-tip from our Creative Director: When traveling abroad for a festival stuffing a fur coat into a t-shirt makes a perfect pillow and cuts down on space.