It’s Showtime: What to Wear to a Concert
When it comes to getting ready for a gig, there’s a new phenomenon in town: dressing like you’ve raided your favourite musician’s wardrobe
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It’s Showtime: What to Wear to a Concert
When it comes to getting ready for a gig, there’s a new phenomenon in town: dressing like you’ve raided your favourite musician’s wardrobe
By: George ElliotThese days, knowing what to wear to a concert isn't as simple as rocking up in a pair of jeans, some shoes you’re not too precious about scuffing and a tour t-shirt you bought from the merch stand. Oh no. Dressing for a show has now become a performance in itself, with ticket holders carefully planning outfits and finessing their hair and makeup in a way that - for one night only - channels their musical idol. And it’s not just diehard fans, either. Scan Instagram or TikTok and you’ll see how encapsulating an artist’s signature style has become the new norm for almost all those flocking to arenas. Sound like something you could get in on? Madonna, Lana Del Rey, Blondie and the Sugababes are among the biggest headliners taking center stage this summer, so if you’ve got a golden ticket, here’s exactly what you’ll need to nail each iconic aesthetic.
Lana Del Rey
It’s not only Lana Del Rey’s dreamy, slightly husky sound that harks back to the golden age of glamour; her eclectic, often opulent onstage outfits also have a distinctly retro-chic mood to them, seemingly inspired by Priscilla Presley, Nancy Sinatra and silverscreen glamazons. To follow suit, first slip into an elegant dress that’s got plenty of vintage flare and then team it with some maximalist jewellery and an ornate headband. All that’s left is to accent your look with Lana’s long standing signature: black defined cateyes.
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Alexis Bittar
14ct Gold-Plated Lucite Front Back Double Drop Earrings
Rachel Jackson
22ct Gold-Plated Electric Love Mini Garnet Heart Ring
Blondie
As front woman of the new wave punk band Blondie, Debbie Harry’s grunge-glam aesthetic has always exuded attitude. Proving that she’s still got it, for her recent appearance on Glastonbury's Pyramid Stage she wore a black sequined mini skirt, matching bolero top, a CBGB club t-shirt (the birthplace of punk), wrap around cyborg sunglasses and above-the-knee leather boots in true, rebellious style. To harness Harry’s fearless style for yourself, pick out elements from her five-decade-long career, like angular black sunglasses, dark wash denim, bold print tops and - if you want to go all the way - peroxide blonde hair.
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Stella McCartney
Falabella Black Crystal Mesh Mini Soulder Bag
Madonna
From her urban excess era in the early 80s (think: colour pop tights, graffiti decked denim and layered necklaces) to her 90s conical bras and gothic maximalism today, Madonna’s eclectic style has undergone many transformations over her reign as the queen of pop, but there’s always been a provocative and playful current running throughout. Keep this spirit in mind when putting together your look, but for something Liberty-approved, pair House of Sunny’s corset-style Sunfade Knit Cardigan, £92 with its Lower Rider Denim Skirt, £102 and plenty of stacked jewellery
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Sugababes
After forming in the 90s and making (sound)waves in the noughties with their R&B-rooted pop anthems, the Sugababes are back on tour this summer, giving you the chance to witness girlband royalty with your very own eyes. But aside from their chart topping singles, they’ve also had plenty of fashion hits over the years too, so look to their hefty back catalogue of iconic looks for outfit inspiration. There, you’ll find Y2K jewellery trends, slinky skirts and colourful crop tops.
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