Bored with your current summer wardrobe? Get inspired by some seriously lust-worthy leather picks and glittering body chains from this year’s Lollapalooza music festival in Chicago. Luxe leather looks were in full effect all weekend long, from itty bitty leather shorts to barely there crop tops. Right off the bat, one attendee nailed three major trends in one look; rocking dip-dyed hair, a daring leather crop top and fringed leather fanny pack to store all the essentials. An oversized graphic tee teamed with a super cute asymmetrical leather skirt equals one totally enviable on-stage look, right? Zoë Kravitz showed off her indie style cred and rocker roots while performing with her band “Lola Wolf” during Lollapalooza. Check out mega-popular blogger Danielle Bernstein of WeWoreWhat’s outfit: a dreamy long-line duster layered over a chic pair of leather shorts. Add extra punch to your look with a choker, pointed boots and a pair of rad aviator sunglasses.
Unless you’ve been hiding under a rock, you already know that the 90’s revival trend is still going strong. But until this moment, you probably didn’t know that fanny packs are making a resurgence in a big way, too. Concert goers galore sported leather fanny packs of all shapes and sizes, with one common thread: leather fringe detailing. One chic fashionista killed it, wearing a knitted crochet top with bohemian-inspired high waist shorts, delicate layers of gold jewelry and oversized John Lennon sunglasses. She tied everything together with a leather fanny pack with tribal print and fringe detailing in camel. And if you’re considering it, flash tattoos aren’t permanent, just simply an added bonus to your dreamy festival ‘fit.
Getting prepped for a music festival can be tough, but with stylish accessories like body chains and chain mail jewelry, you’ll shine bright all weekend long. Crop tops, bralettes and denim cutoffs are practically a festival necessity these days, but with a little creativity you can stand out from the crowd. Amp up the volume on any grunge-inspired look and go glam with a fitted body-chain in silver or gold. If you’re going the DIY route, add a few gemstones or inlaid shells and imbue a little bit of your own flair into your creation! Or, mix and match different textures by adding long layers of leather to create a statement fringe necklace. It’s time to get out of that rut and spice up your wardrobe this season with key leather items and vibrant accessories to make you look and feel your best!
Written by Jade Nicolette
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I like how you pointed out that preparation can be tough, because pulling together accessories like these really does take some planning.
The emphasis on leather in summer is surprising, but the examples you gave make it feel lighter and more playful than expected.
The nod to 90s revival trends makes sense, especially with chokers and aviators coming back alongside all the leather pieces.
Body chains and chain mail jewelry seem like such a simple way to elevate basic crop tops and denim cutoffs into something more memorable.
I appreciate the reminder that flash tattoos are temporary, since they’re an easy way to experiment without committing to a full look.
The crochet top paired with high-waisted shorts and gold jewelry felt like the perfect contrast to all the edgier leather pieces you mentioned.
That camel tribal-print leather fanny pack with fringe sounds like a statement piece that could carry an entire outfit on its own.
The oversized graphic tee with the asymmetrical leather skirt sounds like such an easy way to look put together without trying too hard on stage.
It’s cool how you balanced grunge-inspired looks with glam elements like gold body chains, instead of sticking to just one aesthetic.
Pointed boots with a choker and aviators feels like a small detail, but it really completes the kind of outfit you’re describing.
That dip-dyed hair combined with a leather crop top and fanny pack feels like peak festival styling without looking costume-y.
I hadn’t considered layering long leather strips into a fringe necklace, but that DIY idea actually sounds wearable beyond just festivals.
I liked how you highlighted Zoë Kravitz performing with Lola Wolf, because her indie rocker vibe perfectly ties into the leather-heavy festival looks you described.
Danielle Bernstein’s long-line duster over leather shorts was my favorite mention, since it balances coverage with that classic festival edge.
Overall, the article makes leather feel less intimidating by pairing it with breezier pieces like crochet tops and cutoffs.
The idea of adding gemstones or shells to DIY accessories gives a nice personal touch compared to buying everything ready-made.
The suggestion to mix textures like crochet, leather, and metal accessories really captures what makes festival fashion feel creative instead of repetitive.
The mix of leather crop tops and fringed fanny packs really stood out, especially that attendee with dip-dyed hair who somehow made all three trends feel cohesive instead of overdone.
Interesting that fanny packs are back in such a big way, especially with leather fringe; I didn’t expect that trend to feel so current again.