The Jet Set

Coachella might be postponed, but it doesn’t stop us dreaming. New York-based fashion influencer Christie Ferrari, gives us the lowdown on Coachella-inspired dressing. Even if you’re at home...

What was your first experience of Coachella

like? It wasn’t my first music festival, but it was my first one on the West Coast. I loved everyone’s attitude and willingness to just have fun.

What was your highlight? I remember seeing Empire of the Sun, and Galantis that first time and it was incredible.

As a first-timer, what should we be aware of

in advance? There’s always a lot of dust, so bring something to cover your face! The festival actually takes place an hour away from Palm Springs, so be prepared for an expensive Uber ride or a long car journey. Even when you get there, it’s a long walk (or TukTuk ride, so bring cash) to the actual entrance. It gets REALLY hot, so many go to the festival around sunset time or so.

Any festival survivor tips? A handkerchief to cover your face, moisturiser, sanitiser, sunscreen, cash and a good outfit.

What are your packing essentials for the festival? The style for Coachella is very Boho, so must-haves include some aspect of fringe, a flowy dress, denim and then some sort of comfortable heel, like a cowboy boot or espadrilles, because you’re walking on grass or dirt.

And how about beauty? Moisturiser, chap sticks and sunscreen. Who would you love to see perform at Coachella in the future? Coldplay.

If you could pick three things you must do at Coachella, what would they be? Get lost listening to music and going to all the different stages, spend time people and celebrity watching and ride a TukTuk.

And where can we get the best Instagram pictures at the festival? In front of the Ferris wheel at sunset.