5 FESTIVAL LOOKS TO WEAR THIS AUGUST BANK HOLIDAY

Pick your poison: windbreaker, hoodie or shirt. Either way, you’re going to need a light layer as part of your festival ‘fit – they provide coverage from the sun, give you a little extra insulation when said sun goes down, and can even be repurposed for sitting on the grass when you need a break. We’ve gone for a classic striped shirt from Levi's that you’ll wear even after the long weekend has ended. It’s just that versatile.

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Levi's Workwear striped shirt in blue, £70

Nike Training NAC Dri-FIT ribbed tank in white, £32.99

Salomon XT-6 trainers in earth brown and walnut, £165

JJ Rebel chino short in beige, £19.99

If you were asked to come up with a word to describe most festival ‘fits, we’d put good money on ‘fun’ coming up long before ‘functional’. In truth, the best looks are a combination of both – they make you look and feel your best. ASOS DESIGN's camo bucket hat does precisely that by keeping the sun off your face (no sunstroke here, thank you) and subtly incorporating pattern into your look (very important for the colour and print-shy among us). Want to up the ante just a touch? Style yours with a graphic tee.

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Columbia CSC graphic t-shirt in beige, £25

ASOS DESIGN pixelated camoflage bucket hat in khaki, £16
True Religion mikey super T flap pocket denim loose fit shorts in light wash, £139
Nike Moon Shoe trainers in brown and white, £89.99

There are few opportunities as perfect as festivals for showcasing the sportswear in your wardrobe – the long weekend isn't quite a five-a-side tournament, but you'll exert the same sort of energy. Cernucci's jersey is a good place to start, but you can go your own way with your favourite vivid colours and attention-grabbing motifs. The more unique your jersey is, the easier it’ll be for your friends to spot you across a crowded field. Ground it with neutral or dark colours, and don’t forget the all-important bumbag.

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Cernucci v-neck collar logo football jersey in light blue check, £44.99
Asics Gel-Nunobiki trainers in grey and black, £105

The North Face Terra Lumbar 3L bumbag in black, £37

4505 Icon 7 inch quick dry training cargo shorts with zip pockets in black, £22

Sturdy boots are always a good idea at festivals, but what you wear depends on the weather and terrain. Are rain and mud on the menu? Go for wellies. Dry and dusty? Go for a durable Chelsea boot like Dr Martens’. Classic silhouettes call for classic ‘fits to match, so style these with dark-wash denim, a striped tee and a burgundy bandana for a dapper drop of colour.

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ASOS DESIGN regular fit t-shirt with cap sleeve in navy and white stripe, £20
ASOS DESIGN paisley cotton bandana in burgundy, £12

Dr Martens unisex 2976 Smooth Leather Chelsea Boots, £170

Levi's 470 baggy denim shorts in indigo, £55

Saying farewell to summer (for now) is no excuse to go low-key. If you want to get a grip on statement styles but don’t know where to start, head for the sunglasses. Nike’s Skylon Ace pair has mirrored lenses that reflect burnished sunset shades – echo them in the rest of your look with ICECREAM’s mesh graphic tee. Making a statement doesn't necessarily have to be about colour if that's not your thing. Look for pieces with interesting textures and contrasts, like Bershka's embroidered, patched shorts or adidas' two-tone XLG trainers.

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ICECREAM mesh long sleeve racer t-shirt with graphic print in multi, £85
adidas Originals Adistar XLG trainers in black and silver, £120

Bershka Denim bermuda shorts with patches in light grey, £39.99

Nike Skylon Ace sunglasses in white, £60