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Headed to Stagecoach or Coachella? You can’t just wear anything in that hot, dusty desert! Ahem, we’re talking to you, favorite open toe shoes. (Definitely leave those behind.) From minidresses and desert-friendly boots to cat eye sunglasses and belt bags, we’ve gathered up 9 essentials for festival style that will help you stand out among the dust. Keep reading for our picks!
1. Dresses
Fill your weekender bag with breezy midi, mini and slip dresses.

2. Crop Tops
Have a little fun with a top that shows your tum.

3. Skirts
Denim, camo and of course, all the polka dot you can get your hands on.

4. Boots
You want a pair that is comfortable and both dance and dust-friendly.

5. Sneakers
Bring a pair of sneakers to complement your midi skirt.

6. Backpacks & Belt Bags
For all your stuff and things.

7. Bomber Jacket
When the sun goes down, the temperatures follow.

8. Sunglasses
It’s sunny out there!

9. SPF
The #1 essential.

Taking a swim while you’re there? Check out these 15 Swimsuits from Nordstrom to Take on Your Next Vacation.

Melody Rose Rowan is the CEO + hostess with the mostess at @CuteStays. When she isn’t blogging about style and interior design for her blog MustacheMelrose.com, Melody can be found renovating @MaxineTheAirstream with her husband, Scott, or playing with her two rescue dog-sons, Jake and Finn. Say hi at @mustachemelrose!