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Coachella Style Report: 7 Key Trends That Defined 2025 Festival Fashion

From the desert to your feed, these were the items that ruled the weekend.

Ananya Panchal

Maddi Reese at the POSSE Festival House
Maddi Reese at the POSSE Festival House / JUSSY/Courtesy of POSSE

Every year, Coachella delivers not just music, but major fashion moments too. And, 2025 was no exception.

From star-studded pool parties to desert dance floors, festivalgoers went all out with outfits that mixed retro Western flair, ultra-feminine accents and edgy glamour. Whether they were inspired by Barbiecore, Y2K or full-on rodeo royalty, this year’s crowd proved once again that Coachella is as much a fashion week as it is a music fest.

Below, we’re breaking down the standout trends that defined the season and made their way into every Instagram carousel and TikTok GRWM. These are the seven style notes to influence your Stagecoach wardrobe or simply inspire your summer moodboard.

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Belts

Statement belts were everywhere—from chunky Western buckles to chain-link waist accents. Whether slung low over miniskirts or layered across swimsuits, they add structure, shine and total main character energy.

SI Swimsuit-approved picks: Supernova ($98) and Betty ($35).

Bloomers

This season’s unexpected MVP was a ruffled, cheeky bloomer, styled solo or under sheer skirts. Equal parts daring and delicate, the cottagecore piece brings a playful lingerie twist to daytime dressing.

SI Swimsuit-approved picks: Dolce Verano ($39) and Betsy ($98).

Leather

Desert heat didn’t stop festival-goers from breaking out the leather—think corsets, fringe jackets, moto minis and cut-out crop tops. Whether black or colorful, leather adds a dash of edge to even the softest silhouettes.

SI Swimsuit-approved picks: corset ($44.99) and shorts ($52).

Cream Crochet

Soft, dreamy and a little nostalgic, ivory crochet numbers were a staple on the festival circuit. From dresses to bikinis, crochet brings just the right amount of breezy femininity to balance out all the bold looks.

SI Swimsuit-approved picks: tank ($99) and skirt ($139) set and mini dress ($75).

Cowboy Hats

An eternal favorite, cowboy hats topped off countless fits—from classic straw to glam rhinestone-studded versions. Bonus points if they match your boots.

SI Swimsuit-approved picks: Raffia ($159) and Gold Heart ($67).

Cowboy Boots

Tall, tough and timeless—cowboy boots remained the anchor to so many outfits. Whether paired with fringe skirts, denim cutoffs or flowy dresses, they keep things grounded while still giving major Western-chic energy.

SI Swimsuit-approved picks: Rodeo ($199), Heritage ($169.95) and Strix ($389).

Suede

Soft, luxe and unexpectedly versatile, suede took over the desert this year. From corsets and micro shorts to boots, bags and wide-brim hats, the fabric brings a rich texture to even the most laid-back looks, proving that cowboycore doesn’t have to mean rugged.

SI Swimsuit-approved picks: Ariana ($89) and studded shorts ($65.60).

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Ananya Panchal
ANANYA PANCHAL

Ananya Panchal is a writer on the Lifestyle and Trending News team for SI Swimsuit, where she covers fashion, beauty, pop culture and the internet’s favorite personalities and trends. She joined the brand in 2022 after roles at Bustle, the San Francisco Chronicle and the TODAY Show. Panchal loves to write about fashion in all its forms—from standout runway moments and evolving street style to the best accessories to elevate each season’s wardrobe (she rarely goes anywhere without a stack of jewelry and a coffee in hand). A self-proclaimed beauty fanatic, she’s always on the hunt for must-have products and loves breaking down viral trends. Her favorite series at the moment is spotlighting female founders and the stories behind the brands they’ve built—especially those shaping the future of fashion, wellness and tech. She is based between New York City and San Francisco and, when she’s not writing, can be found rewatching One Tree Hill, playing sudoku, trying new restaurants or ranking her favorite Disney Channel Original Movies. She holds a bachelor’s degree in communications and journalism with a minor in criminal justice from Boston University.

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