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12 So-Chic Concert Outfits for Every Type of Show

From music festivals to season's biggest tour.

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Last Updated
May 26, 2022

There's something about live music that sparks an experimental chord, whether you're attending a festival, seeing your favorite rock band, or attending a country, pop, or reggae concert. When putting together a concert outfit, the genre of music is a huge consideration, as is the venue. From suits and VIP sections to informal concert halls and outdoor grounds, you'll want to figure out the style of show you're attending and build your outfit from there.

When you're figuring out what to wear to a concert, shoes are one of the most crucial elements. Sturdy styles like white sneakers and lug-sole boots are often the most comfortable and protective for festivals and outdoor shows. For a more laidback daytime event, you can easily pull off an espadrille or sporty sandal. If you're taking in a show in a suite or VIP section, stiletto heels can definitely work. After all, many a glamorous ensemble will necessitate heels.

For the rest of your concert outfit, infusing signature style elements of the artist is fun for an on-theme moment—this can be anything from color to silhouette and trademark accessories. You may want to seize the opportunity to channel your inner pop or rock star—leather separates, metallic fabrics, and dazzling jewels are chic starting points. You'll also want to feel comfortable, in which case denim and tees are failsafe options. These basics might feel simple, but edging them up with accessories is easier than you think. Keep scrolling to discover 12 stylish concert outfits for every type of show, from carefree to sporty-chic and ultra-glam.

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The Concert Outfit: Bohemian Sport

Whether for a festival, rap concert, reggae concert, or R&B show, an outfit rooted in denim, like this sporty-chic ensemble, is fresh for warm weather. The key with this look is juxtaposition—a scarf-style top is an unexpected offset to loose, distressed jeans and retro sneakers both of which are comfortable and relaxed. For a touch of glamour, yellow-gold hoops earrings are perfect.

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The Concert Outfit: Rockstar Style

A graphic T-shirt and leather pants are the perfect pairing when leaning into your inner rock star, as demonstrated by footwear designer, Amina Muaddi. While a black boot or heel would work just as well, tan boots in a contrasting tone set this outfit apart. With a great pair of earrings, it's perfect for a metal concert, pop show, or electronic festival.

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The Concert Outfit: '70s-Inspired

A '70s-inspired outfit is the ultimate in chic for a daytime show, country concert, or outdoor festival. Shea Marie's summery combination of a colorful crochet top and cut-off denim shorts is the perfect starting point in warm weather. Take it to the next level with a sleek pair of sunglasses , like this retro style from Bottega Veneta, and feminine espadrilles.

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The Concert Outfit: Give Them Glam Rock

For a pop concert or rock show, no outfit is more glamorous than a pair of leather pants with a gold lamé top and stiletto heels decked in rhinestones—rockstar wardrobe staples that Saint Laurent and Givenchy do exceptionally well. Of course, a glittering touch is essential for a glam-rock vibe, like these hoop earrings by Amina Muaddi.

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The Concert Outfit: Low-Key Feminine

For a feminine-leaning style moment, this floral minidress look is sweet, yet sporty for a concert, be it a pop show or outdoor festival. For a nostalgic '90s feel, opt for a micro-floral print and pair it back to Golden Goose sneakers and tall tube socks à Amy Julliette Lefévre. For an elevated touch, add in a delicate chain or several layered together in yellow gold.

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The Concert Outfit: Not-So-Basic Glamour

Glamorous accessories are the perfect way to give jeans and a T-shirt the rockstar treatment for a concert, as demonstrated by Olivia Culpo. A baggy or loose-jean and padded-shoulder tee already garner an edgier vibe. Add in a slouchy boot and sleek bag, and you'll epitomize chic nonchalance with a rocker bend.

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The Concert Outfit: Country Chic

Cowboy boots are quintessential for a country concert, but not just any style will do. Designer iterations like Saint Laurent's sleek knee-high leather boots are an ultra-chic starting point. When combined with a Western-inspired belt like Etro's antique-effect, silver-toned half-moon buckle style, a patchwork blouse, and high-rise black denim shorts, you'll have your own country star moment worthy of the stage.

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The Concert Outfit: Elevated Grunge

Whether for a reggae, metal, rock, or electronic concert, a '90s-inspired grunge look is the embodiment of casual cool. Designer pieces will keep things elevated—think cord and lambskin sandals by Chanel, mid-rise cargo trousers from Prada, and a black knit tank top by Matteau. Of course, a flannel is a classic final layer, whether worn open or cinched around your waist.

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The Concert Outfit: Fuss-Free Festival Style

For an outdoor festival like Coachella in Palm Springs or Glastonbury in the UK, look to elevated basics and luxe accessories for chic, fuss-free concert style. As Erika Boldrin demonstrates, simple pieces with unique details will set your look apart—think an asymmetrical denim mini skirt paired with All Saint's cult-loved Mika padded tee. A monogram belt bag and Western-inspired boots are unfussy finishes that denote your discernible taste.

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The Concert Outfit: Sleek and Studded

For world-tour concerts in a city stadium, a sleek ensemble with edgy details makes for a supremely stylish concert outfit. Take a cue from Danielle Bernstein and team a perfect white T-shirt with black denim cut-offs as your base. Then, add in a studded belt for rockstar edge with an oversize blazer for polish. For the finishing touch? Heavy-metal link and diamond earrings!

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The Concert Outfit: The Rock Show Uniform

Few outfits are as quintessential for a concert than a band tee and jeans, and for good reason. It's an edgy and comfortable combo you can wear to any show, at any venue. We love high-rise straight-leg jeans as your base when defaulting to this combo, paired with a playful graphic—Ganni's offerings always hit the mark. To give it an elevated spin, opt for a heavy-weight chain and classic pumps in a tonal hue.

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The Concert Outfit: All The Leather

Leather is another classic concert outfit default, most notably, the leather jacket . To take things a step further, double up on leather via a black moto jacket and miniskirt in a differing hue—we love a warm tawny brown. Tie it all together with casual-chic extras like sneakers with a leopard motif and diamond earrings for a luxe touch.