What is the festival chic dress code?

What does a festival chic outfit involve?

Since this dress code often applies to events such as weddings, garden parties and staff parties, it's important to focus on combinations in which you can move easily and possibly dance. Comfort comes first. At the same time, the art is to incorporate enough refinement into your outfit. Although a suit or a worn-out band shirt aren't a good idea, there are plenty of possibilities to experiment with. Below are some examples:

• The Gentleman
  • Linen shirt
  • Braided belt
  • Beige chino
  • Loafers

• Urban Boss
  • Luxury polo shirt
  • Smart shorts
  • Premium sneakers
  • Statement sunglasses

• The casual mixer
  • Printed shirt
  • Dark, plain jeans
  • Ankle boots
  • Cap

Key tips to keep in mind

• Opt for airy fabrics
  Think of summery linen, cotton or breathable blends for the warmer days.
• Embrace cheerful colours and prints
  This is the perfect opportunity to combine striking colours and subtle prints.
• Mix & match
  Go for basic pieces that you can easily combine and that complement each other.

What to Avoid When Dressing Festival Chic

• Oversized garments
  Although comfort is important, you shouldn't look too casual.
• Flip-flops or open shoes
  There are plenty of smarter shoes to be found that fit perfectly with a summer outfit.
• Too many accessories
  Don't cover yourself in them; choose from a few items that reinforce your outfit and personality.

Brands that match this dress code

• OLYMP
• Profuomo
• R2 Amsterdam