The other week I went to Primavera Sound in Barcelona, a music festival I’ve always wanted to attend. I knew it would be different than Coachella in California and Gov Ball in New York but I had no idea just how different it would be until I got there.
For one, there’s the location. It’s set along the water in Barcelona which means you get seaside views while also experiencing a lovely breeze while you dance. Typically I’m used to standing for hours in the blazing heat with either mud all over my feet from the New York rain or sand in my eyes from the California dusty winds. Primavera felt like a true vacation in comparison—a destination I would gladly add onto my itinerary just for the vibes alone. Then there’s the set times. Most of the big artists don’t go on until midnight and continue past six in the morning. I’ve always thought music festivals tested endurance, but this was on another level. Than again this is Spain and I am Spanish, so I fully leaned in and just accepted that I’d be going to bed at 5AM. It’s the most fun I’ve had in weeks.
And then finally, there’s the outfits. People love to talk about Coachella festival style and how it’s contrived or that it peaked in the 2010s (which, as a Tumblr girlie, I do agree) but it’s got nothing on Primavera Sound, in my opinion.
There’s just a bit more effortlessness to what people are wearing there, which may have to do with the fact that they’re getting dressed to mostly attend the festival when the sun isn’t at its peak. There’s also far more emphasize on comfort. It really does feel like everyone is there for the experience and to really see the music—not just look like they’re there to see the music—which means the way that they accessorize their outfits reflects the practicality necessary to do so.
As someone who typically doesn’t wear a lot of denim—but also did fall in love with Levi’s shorts while getting dressed for the festival—I was in awe of how Pimavera sound attendees styled their denim. Below, six lessons I learned that’ll forever change how I look at my jeans.
The Structure of a Cowl Neck Top Looks Great Contrasted With Loose, Baggy Jeans
The default for jeans seems to always be a t-shirt or a tank top. But a high neck sleeveless top looks infinitely better. I can’t believe I’ve never thought of this before, but it’s the easiest way to add some structure and elegance to a more loose pair of pants.
