UK festivals are world famous. They’re also known for being total wash outs. Every year the Great British weather waits until festival season to totally drown festival goers. We’re talking flooded tents, perpetually wet socks, and mud as far as the eye can see.
But the Brits aren’t known for giving up in the face of a little rain. So here are 7 tips for rainy festival outfits. We can’t guarantee that it’ll stop your mate from sloshing his beer down you when he’s singing his heart out to Busted. But hopefully they can help keep the rain out. At least for the first 15 minutes.
7 tips for rainy festival outfits
1. Protect your outfit with a rain poncho
A bit like wearing a big plastic blanket, a poncho helps keep you dry in the rain. The Beavertown rain poncho was designed in collab with Rainkiss. It’s made from recycled plastic bottles. So it’s a sustainable option and covered with your favourite Beavertown skulls. Perfect for keeping your beer wet and your bones dry.
2. Keep your feet dry with the right boots
There’s nothing worse than having soggy socks (unless you’re extremely weird). So wearing the right footwear is pretty vital for having a good time at a festival. Put the flip flops and canvas shoes away. When the rains come down and the mud comes up to your shins, wellies are the ultimate footwear choice. Although your trusty pair of Docs can work well too.
3. Wrap up in a warm hoodie
It might be summer, but the British weather can get cold even during August (so much for hot weather). And when you’ve got rain drops dripping down your back, there’s little more comforting that cuddling up in a hoodie. Made with 100% organic cotton. And featuring your fave Beavertown designs. It’s also good for when the rain stops and you can finally make that food run.
4. Choose a bag made from a water-repellent material
You might not care too much about your socks getting soggy, but you definitely want to keep your valuables safe from the rain. Water is not your phone’s friend after all. Sling a Beavertown crossbody bag over your shoulder to keep all your bits safe. The water resistant polyester fabric keeps your stuff dry. And discourages pickpockets. And it fits everything – phone, wallet, keys, extra Beavertown can, some dry socks, and the kitchen sink*.
* we cannot confirm a kitchen sink will actually fit in our crossbody bag
5. Go for a waterproof hat
We love a bucket hat. They’re a festival staple. Probably even more important than a tent (maybe). They might not do much for your hairstyle but they keep you dry when you’re rocking out to your fave band. Covered in skulls and made from recycled plastic bottles, the Beavertown X Rainkiss waterproof bucket hat is like a tiny, portable tent. And it matches the poncho. Bonus! We've also got a denim bucket hat if you're after a few options.
6. Remember that lightweight clothes dry faster
You’re going to want to leave the jeans at home. Lightweight clothes are best for wet festivals because they dry quicker. And there’s nothing worse than putting on damp jeans in the morning. Think shorts and lightweight T-shirts. And bring some hangers to hang them from the ceiling of your tent or gazebo when they get soaked.
7. Bring spare clothing
You know what they say about good deeds not going unpunished. Even with all the precautions, you’re probs still gonna get wet. It’s just how festivals work. So make sure you bring spare clothing. Or at the very least, a spare pair of socks.
Whether you’re heading to one of the massive festivals like Download (AKA Drownload), or just stick to your local music festival, it’s probably going to rain. The British weather is predictable like that. But with a few precautions, you can try your best to stay dry. Check out all of our festival accessories and rep Beavertown from head to toe. You’ll probably still get wet feet though – sorry about that.
