Mud-stained shoes, colossal stages, vibrant banners and loud music.
Tutus, sequins, bikinis and Kandi beads add to the colors of the lights flashing from the stages.
TomorrowWorld in Chatahoochee Hills, Georgia, is an event where citizens of the world come together from near and far to dance to the beats and bumps of Electronic Dance Music.
Walking in is overwhelming. Devoted festival-goers and loyal fans of this generation’s electronic disc jockeys surround the place, dressed head to toe in brighter colors than the modern-day kindergartener.
How does one dress for an occasion like this? Should you ask your parents to send a box of childhood costumes and accessories so you fit in with the crowd?
Festival fashion is animated, graphic and erotic. Some dress in next to nothing. Others decorate themselves with beads, tattoos and sparkles or streamers that fly off the stage during a set.
The movements and motions of the surrounding crowd lure every listener, even when it seems they are lost in their own world.
Here are five rules to stay on-trend at an EDM music festival:
Rule No. 1 — Protect your toes. Keds’ Champion Originals come in six different colors: black, white, red, stone, navy and black/black. Match these to the primary color of your outfit and your feet will get the support they need at any festival or concert. They are comfortable and versatile — ideal for standing and great for walking between sets.
Rule No. 2 — Be comfortable. A dress or romper will ensure ease and flexibility when you are dancing and running around most of the day. You are sure to use the restroom at some point, so make sure to wear something that is easy to slip on and off.
Rule No. 3 — Be colorful. Kandi Krave beads are stacked on the wrists of hundreds of ravers. They are inexpensive and easy to make, but you can buy them pre-made on Etsy for a low price. Accessorize with Flash Tattoos, available at www.flashtat.com and locally at Greetings on Kirkwood Avenue. Online, there are a variety of collections, including one designed by Beyoncé.
Rule No. 4 — Come prepared. Urban Outfitters and Herschel have great backpacks with plenty of room for a raincoat, snacks, a water bottle and other necessities to ensure you are well equipped for a long day and night. They come in a variety of patterns and colors — it’s always better to be over-prepared than under-prepared.
Rule No. 5 — Represent. Festival attendees travel across the world to hear the best of EDM. A fab accessory is a flag tied around your neck to rep your school — make sure to hold it up during the performance because there are many photographers in the crowd.
