Festivals aren’t necessarily about being comfortable or practical, many of us try our hardest to look as ridiculous as possible (especially those of you who are Bestival-goers!)  I’m going to try and give some practical AND ridiculous advice on festival-wear and accessories, if that’s possible…

Two years ago my boyfriend received a giant panda suit for Christmas. I, like everyone else thought it was a strange fashion choice but quite cool nonetheless. Inspired by his choice, I purchased a giant cat suit, and no, not cat suit in the attractive cat-woman type way – literally a giant tabby cat that you can wear.

These both came from the wonderful www.kigu.co.uk!

Buying a Kigu means more than having a cute Japanese animal costume. When you join their mailing list you’ll soon start receiving Kigu party invites, where you’ve guessed it; you have to dress in your Kigu.

These parties are usually in secret locations and have included a ‘Secret Squirrel Procession Party’ and a ‘Forest Frenzy’ party amongst others. Kigu have collaborated with trusty party hosts such as Dazed & Confused, Vice Magazine and Red Bull in the past.

This year the ‘Kigu Crew’ will be putting on lots of events at your favourite festivals. Last year they created pop up raves around the country and even got artists Skream and Benga in on the Kigu action…

These suits are probably the most comfy thing you’ll ever wear and perfect for wearing in the day or sleeping in during those freezing festival nights.!!

Next on the practical but ridiculous list are Lomography cameras – http://uk.shop.lomography.com. I’m a big Lomography fan and if, like me you aren’t willing to take your SLR anywhere near a festival these are the perfect alternative.

One thing that’s so great about Lomography cameras is their design. From geometric patterns to animal print there are loads to choose from and all of them are festival – worthy…

They are relatively easy to use and you can combine your camera with different types of film and a range of flashes. I recommend trying out the Diana F + first, these have been re-developed by Lomo and they’re probably one of the easiest to use.

I borrowed some photos from Lomo veteran and friend Callum Kirkwood (http://www.callumkirkwood.com) who introduced me to these cameras a while ago. Here’s a photo taken with his Diana f + at Jersey Live…

Musucbags are third on the list (http://www.musucbag.com/en/index.html). Essentially a sleeping bag with arms and legs, this invention definitely deserves some recognition.

No more hopping. falling, hopping, falling your way through the camp site – you can now walk proudly and probably a bit awkwardly around the festival.

They’re a better alternative to ‘mummy’ sleeping bags but I should warn you that you may look a little like the michelin man.

Last but not least on my ridiculous but practical list – Napsacks!

If you’re looking for something a little bit between a mummy and a michelin man, try a Napsack from Poler - http://www.polerstuff.com/the-napsack/.

Napsacks have zips on the shoulders for you to release your arms and a clinch at the bottom to release your legs. You can clinch the sleeping bag up to your knees if you fancy a stroll and there are built in pockets for your essentials.

The fabric is warm and waterproof but not bulky, perfect for our undependable festival weather. Their website also has a bunch of other clothes and camping accessories.

If you’ve got any practical but slightly ridiculous festival accessories you’ll be wearing this summer, let me know – leave your comments at the bottom of this page!

Harriet x