Every Memorial Day weekend, thousands make their way to central Washington to take in beautiful views and amazing live music at Sasquatch Music Festival. But, as many fervent festival-goers know, the three days are as much about the music as they are about the unique culture and fashion that goes along with it.
Sasquatch has a unique laid-back culture where festival-goers rock the outfits that they couldn’t normally pull off in an everyday setting and embrace their inner hippie. The beauty of this festival: Anything goes.
According to sophomore Kelsey Curtis, Sasquatch has a different culture from other festivals, such as Coachella.
“Coachella is a lot more high fashion I would say, whereas Sasquatch is less about brands and more laid-back,” Curtis said.
The effortless Pacific Northwest vibe of Sasquatch requires little thought: Flowy hippie pants, over-sized flannels and vintage kimonos — to name a few.
But the low-key style doesn’t mean that festival outfits aren’t planned months in advanced. Curtis shops for Sasquatch year round.
“If I see something in December that seems fitting for Sasquatch, I’ll buy it,” Curtis said.
Senior Linnea Haas uses Sasquatch as a chance to go all out and embrace the chance to wear things out of the ordinary.
“I like to wear really crazy things that I wouldn’t wear in normal life,” Haas said. “I want it to be unique and something I wouldn’t wear to dollar beers.”
The easy-going style is largely due to the fact that everyone camps for three days, and showering is frowned upon.
“You don’t have a hotel to really get ready in,” Haas said.
There are no rules when it comes to planning your outfits, as long as it’s functional. Functionality and comfort are key.
“Have fun with your outfits, like wear a flowy dress that is fun to twirl in,” Haas said.
Curtis and Haas have been collecting clothing items throughout the year in an effort to pull together awesome outfits for Sasquatch. Sasquatch this year is forecasted to be a bit hotter than usual, so plan accordingly, though weather in the Pacific Northwest tends to be very unpredictable.
The days are hot, but the nights get cold, which is why festival-goers highly suggest lots of layers. For those who may just be starting to pull some Sasquatch outfits together, here are a few ideas to get you started:
✒ Layers: It may be hot during the day, but the nights get cold.
✒ Lace
✒ Beads
✒ Floral prints
✒ Crazy pants: think patterns and colors
Sasquatch is right around the corner. So, when you begin packing your bag, remember to take this opportunity to rock the clothes you wouldn’t normally wear and embrace the laid-back judgement-free environment of one of the biggest national music festivals.