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Post by mysticnarwhal on May 23, 2018 9:38:06 GMT -5
Just want to have a little fun, here and I am just wondering what everyone else thinks on this topic. Do you like wearing shirts with pithy or clever sayings? Bands that aren't at the festival? Dress for comfort? Dress for appearance? I always see other females in such cute outfits and I'm usually over there in tennis shoes and a t-shirt, not giving a hoot what I look like. People watching is one of my favorite parts of concerts and festivals, and you see such a range of how people dress, so I'm curious to hear what everyone here plans for in their attire :-)
I've always adhered to the "You don't wear the shirt of the band you're going to see" rule. Multi-day festivals make that a little interesting in that you could theoretically wear a shirt on Friday of a band that you can't wait to see on Saturday, and you're not breaking that rule. But maybe it's still sort of a faux pas? Or is it only a faux pas in my circle of concert-going friends?
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Post by evenpjflow on May 23, 2018 9:58:07 GMT -5
I'll bite. I'm definitely a shorts and t-shirt wearer. usually a band t-shirt or festival shirt. Sure this year I'll probably wear a Pearl Jam shirt at some point being that they are one of my all time favorites, possibly a Beatles or Rush shirt. Probably a Bonnaroo shirt at some point. I also enjoy the people watching aspect of festivals. Sometimes it's best to just sit back from the stages and just enjoy whats going on around you.
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Post by evenpjflow on May 23, 2018 9:59:05 GMT -5
Maybe we need a little contest on here for who can get a picture of the best outfit you see at the festival. Best Band T-Shirt, Wildest Overall Outfit...
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Post by mysticnarwhal on May 23, 2018 10:14:33 GMT -5
Maybe we need a little contest on here for who can get a picture of the best outfit you see at the festival. Best Band T-Shirt, Wildest Overall Outfit... I love this. I'm in! |
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Post by mysticnarwhal on May 23, 2018 10:22:34 GMT -5
I'll bite. I'm definitely a shorts and t-shirt wearer. usually a band t-shirt or festival shirt. Sure this year I'll probably wear a Pearl Jam shirt at some point being that they are one of my all time favorites, possibly a Beatles or Rush shirt. Probably a Bonnaroo shirt at some point. I also enjoy the people watching aspect of festivals. Sometimes it's best to just sit back from the stages and just enjoy whats going on around you. Oh, I have an awesome Rush shirt I could wear from when we saw them a few years ago. Forgot about that one. I have a super old Lollapalooza shirt too (back from when it was a touring one-day festival, like in the late '90s I think), but it has seen better days. Incubus is my favorite band, so that's part of where the "Hmmm, can you wear the shirt of a Saturday band on Friday?" comes from. I'd wear an Incubus shirt to any other concert typically. I have one that is very SUBTLY Incubus, just their name on the sleeve, but otherwise it's just a wicked cool tree design (to go with their Make No Sound in the Digital Forest song off their newest album, 8) So I may wear that on Friday. We'll see. I also have an old school MTV logo shirt I may wear. Weather will play a role, too! A lot of those I was thinking about are white t-shirts...sooo.....not so ideal for rain! Thanks for weighing in :-) ![]()  |
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Post by chetguy on May 23, 2018 10:25:28 GMT -5
Cannot stress how important comfortable shoes are
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Post by funkymoses17 on May 23, 2018 10:46:05 GMT -5
I'll definitely be rocking tennis shoes every day. Probably a combo of tshirt, tank top or maybe like Hawaiian shirt one of the days. Most likely some Columbus Crew gear because ya know. I did learn a trick when I was at Bonnaroo years ago. If you either purchase or just get a bandana from one of the vendors (Miller Lite was passing a BUNCH out 2 years ago), dunk it in water and wrap it around your neck. Super easy way to stay cool without having to find shade the entire time.
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Post by mysticnarwhal on May 23, 2018 11:04:11 GMT -5
I'll definitely be rocking tennis shoes every day. Probably a combo of tshirt, tank top or maybe like Hawaiian shirt one of the days. Most likely some Columbus Crew gear because ya know. I did learn a trick when I was at Bonnaroo years ago. If you either purchase or just get a bandana from one of the vendors (Miller Lite was passing a BUNCH out 2 years ago), dunk it in water and wrap it around your neck. Super easy way to stay cool without having to find shade the entire time. Ah man...I should rep the CBJ or Crew, too! I'm still so heartbroken over all this crap about the Crew being stolen away. I haven't heard anything in the way of updates on that for a while. Sure would be a shame. Effing Precourt, man. That's a great idea on the bandanas! Definitely wearing tennis shoes even if it looks stupid with whatever else I'm wearing. I always see other chicks in these little sandals or fancy shoes and I'm like...WHAT are you doing?! Who CARES if you look cute, you are going to be miserable! But then again, I'm old now and married with a kid. I stopped trying to attract attention a loooong time ago. |
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Post by evenpjflow on May 23, 2018 12:00:31 GMT -5
I'll definitely be rocking tennis shoes every day. Probably a combo of tshirt, tank top or maybe like Hawaiian shirt one of the days. Most likely some Columbus Crew gear because ya know. I did learn a trick when I was at Bonnaroo years ago. If you either purchase or just get a bandana from one of the vendors (Miller Lite was passing a BUNCH out 2 years ago), dunk it in water and wrap it around your neck. Super easy way to stay cool without having to find shade the entire time. I used that bandana trick myself several times. They do sell some type of clothe that is made for that, stays cooler longer. I always just went with the bandana. |
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Post by whitneyhouston on May 23, 2018 14:16:10 GMT -5
I'll definitely be rocking tennis shoes every day. Probably a combo of tshirt, tank top or maybe like Hawaiian shirt one of the days. Most likely some Columbus Crew gear because ya know. I did learn a trick when I was at Bonnaroo years ago. If you either purchase or just get a bandana from one of the vendors (Miller Lite was passing a BUNCH out 2 years ago), dunk it in water and wrap it around your neck. Super easy way to stay cool without having to find shade the entire time. Hawaiian shirts all weekend. Also, you can snag bandanas from almost every vendor and the water trick is the bomb. Cincy gets crazy hot out there so just dress for comfort and don't wear heels... |
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Post by kbach on May 26, 2018 13:54:04 GMT -5
Shorts and a T shirt here as well. I'll have an FCC hat on. I have a Beatles and RHCP shirt. Also, will be wearing my Murphy's St. Patrick's Day shirt Sunday for Dropkick Murphy's.
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Post by chetguy on May 26, 2018 15:51:28 GMT -5
Shorts and a T shirt here as well. I'll have an FCC hat on. I have a Beatles and RHCP shirt. Also, will be wearing my Murphy's St. Patrick's Day shirt Sunday for Dropkick Murphy's. Good idea might rep some fcc in light of recent news! |
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Post by joel on May 29, 2018 12:58:28 GMT -5
I sadly won't be there this year, but I do want to address the "not wearing the shirt of the band you are going to see" policy.
I agree with that to an extent. I think at a festival like that if you are a big fan of a really low tier act and have one of their shirts, you should wear it to support them. 1. It might bring exposure to a smaller band who wouldn't normally get it, and 2. I think the band would probably get a kick out of seeing a few real fans at the festival instead of just a bunch of people checking them out because they have nothing to do while waiting for the bigger acts to perform.
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Post by mysticnarwhal on May 29, 2018 13:57:45 GMT -5
I sadly won't be there this year, but I do want to address the "not wearing the shirt of the band you are going to see" policy. I agree with that to an extent. I think at a festival like that if you are a big fan of a really low tier act and have one of their shirts, you should wear it to support them. 1. It might bring exposure to a smaller band who wouldn't normally get it, and 2. I think the band would probably get a kick out of seeing a few real fans at the festival instead of just a bunch of people checking them out because they have nothing to do while waiting for the bigger acts to perform. As someone who has adhered to the "not wearing the shirt of the band you are going to see" policy for over 20 years now.....I fully support this. Great call. |
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Post by whitneyhouston on May 29, 2018 14:26:28 GMT -5
I sadly won't be there this year, but I do want to address the "not wearing the shirt of the band you are going to see" policy. I agree with that to an extent. I think at a festival like that if you are a big fan of a really low tier act and have one of their shirts, you should wear it to support them. 1. It might bring exposure to a smaller band who wouldn't normally get it, and 2. I think the band would probably get a kick out of seeing a few real fans at the festival instead of just a bunch of people checking them out because they have nothing to do while waiting for the bigger acts to perform. As someone who has adhered to the "not wearing the shirt of the band you are going to see" policy for over 20 years now.....I fully support this. Great call. I have always wondered why people are so passionate about this rule? I never wear the shirt of the band I am seeing but I guess I never really thought of it. Do people just view it as tacky? |
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Post by joel on May 29, 2018 14:35:50 GMT -5
It's kind of hipster thinking I guess. It's just "not cool". Not hipster as hipsters are today. I'm actually surprised this trend hasn't reversed itself by now.
I don't know how it ever evolved.
I Googled it and this is the best response I could find for what people believe
"Well if you need to wear a shirt to signify that you like the band then you are a fake fan.. Real fans really woudn't care, Because they know that they are real fans and you would not be able to change their minds."
I think it's stupid, but I go along with it mostly just for fun. There are a couple of exceptions to the rule for me. One as noted above.
Another exception I have is to wear an old shirt of someone from a different band. I wore a White Zombie shirt when I went to see Rob Zombie last year.
I think it's cool to show someone if they by chance happen to see you that you've been a fan since the way back.
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Post by mysticnarwhal on May 29, 2018 15:08:40 GMT -5
As someone who has adhered to the "not wearing the shirt of the band you are going to see" policy for over 20 years now.....I fully support this. Great call. I have always wondered why people are so passionate about this rule? I never wear the shirt of the band I am seeing but I guess I never really thought of it. Do people just view it as tacky? Again, as someone who has adhered by this rule for 20 some-odd years...I can't even tell you the existential "why". For me, it was just something my concert-going friends would rib people about back in the day, so I just never did it and it just stuck. Mind you, this was initiated back in high school...and we all know how high school kids can be. Honestly, that explanation PP shared makes me kind of sad and ready to shatter the "rule" to pieces. I would never judge someone as a FAKE fan for loving the band so much that they want to wear their shirt to the show. Maybe it's that people think it's tacky...? For me, it was just always kind of "there" as an unwritten faux pas, according to my friends, that I have happened to stick to out of habit really. I never judge anyone that does it. I love the idea of the lower card bands being represented. And to me, in a festival setting, why not shout to the world who you're REALLY there to see...? Also, there is such a wide array of people who go see bands, some are just there to drink and be stupid, others are super hardcore fans who know every last song that band has ever written, and then everyone in between. I don't see any harm in delineating yourself as one of the hardcore fans. I honestly thought it was a bigger "rule" than maybe it is. More likely that it's just a relic from my past that has staying power. TL;DR - I truly feel the rule is stupid and only follow it out of habits drilled into me by high schoolers whom I once called friends. No judgement from me WHATSOEVER to those who break it. I've considered breaking it MANY times, but it's almost an homage to my old concert buddies at this point. Every time I weigh my options for a show, I have a "Bryan and Justin would have ripped me, big time, if I wore that shirt" moment and it's sort of a nostalgia thing for me at this point. |
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Post by cincinnatisound on May 29, 2018 15:16:56 GMT -5
I have always wondered why people are so passionate about this rule? I never wear the shirt of the band I am seeing but I guess I never really thought of it. Do people just view it as tacky? Again, as someone who has adhered by this rule for 20 some-odd years...I can't even tell you the existential "why". For me, it was just something my concert-going friends would rib people about back in the day, so I just never did it and it just stuck. Mind you, this was initiated back in high school...and we all know how high school kids can be. Honestly, that explanation PP shared makes me kind of sad and ready to shatter the "rule" to pieces. I would never judge someone as a FAKE fan for loving the band so much that they want to wear their shirt to the show. Maybe it's that people think it's tacky...? For me, it was just always kind of "there" as an unwritten faux pas, according to my friends, that I have happened to stick to out of habit really. I never judge anyone that does it. I love the idea of the lower card bands being represented. And to me, in a festival setting, why not shout to the world who you're REALLY there to see...? Also, there is such a wide array of people who go see bands, some are just there to drink and be stupid, others are super hardcore fans who know every last song that band has ever written, and then everyone in between. I don't see any harm in delineating yourself as one of the hardcore fans. I honestly thought it was a bigger "rule" than maybe it is. More likely that it's just a relic from my past that has staying power. TL;DR - I truly feel the rule is stupid and only follow it out of habits drilled into me by high schoolers whom I once called friends. No judgement from me WHATSOEVER to those who break it. I've considered breaking it MANY times, but it's almost an homage to my old concert buddies at this point. Every time I weigh my options for a show, I have a "Bryan and Justin would have ripped me, big time, if I wore that shirt" moment and it's sort of a nostalgia thing for me at this point. There's also the counter-culture effect at work here. Consider those to those that regularly attend sporting events. These jocks that go to sporting events dress head-to-toe in the home team's apparel. It's a point of pride. They stereotypically fall into the "bro"-style behavior. Now consider the concert goer who actively rejects the bro lifestyle. No way they would dress up in the band's merch because that's what a bro would do! I just made that up. I have no idea. I just know for some reason it looks dorky. And those people are typically so obsessed with the band that they are a chore to try and talk to. |
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Post by joel on May 29, 2018 15:30:00 GMT -5
Again, as someone who has adhered by this rule for 20 some-odd years...I can't even tell you the existential "why". For me, it was just something my concert-going friends would rib people about back in the day, so I just never did it and it just stuck. Mind you, this was initiated back in high school...and we all know how high school kids can be. Honestly, that explanation PP shared makes me kind of sad and ready to shatter the "rule" to pieces. I would never judge someone as a FAKE fan for loving the band so much that they want to wear their shirt to the show. Maybe it's that people think it's tacky...? For me, it was just always kind of "there" as an unwritten faux pas, according to my friends, that I have happened to stick to out of habit really. I never judge anyone that does it. I love the idea of the lower card bands being represented. And to me, in a festival setting, why not shout to the world who you're REALLY there to see...? Also, there is such a wide array of people who go see bands, some are just there to drink and be stupid, others are super hardcore fans who know every last song that band has ever written, and then everyone in between. I don't see any harm in delineating yourself as one of the hardcore fans. I honestly thought it was a bigger "rule" than maybe it is. More likely that it's just a relic from my past that has staying power. TL;DR - I truly feel the rule is stupid and only follow it out of habits drilled into me by high schoolers whom I once called friends. No judgement from me WHATSOEVER to those who break it. I've considered breaking it MANY times, but it's almost an homage to my old concert buddies at this point. Every time I weigh my options for a show, I have a "Bryan and Justin would have ripped me, big time, if I wore that shirt" moment and it's sort of a nostalgia thing for me at this point. There's also the counter-culture effect at work here. Consider those to those that regularly attend sporting events. These jocks that go to sporting events dress head-to-toe in the home team's apparel. It's a point of pride. They stereotypically fall into the "bro"-style behavior. Now consider the concert goer who actively rejects the bro lifestyle. No way they would dress up in the band's merch because that's what a bro would do! I just made that up. I have no idea. I just know for some reason it looks dorky. And those people are typically so obsessed with the band that they are a chore to try and talk to. That's an interesting way to look at it. I am a huge sports fan. I am the farthest thing in the world from a "Bro". (I'm a 300 pound 43 year old nerdy accountant) While I'm not one to paint my face or wear head to toe sports gear, I will always wear a shirt or jersey and a hat to any game I go to. I think more than the Bro-ness of it, it gives more of a feeling of community. After a huge win you can find yourself hugging total strangers, giving high fives as you pass other fans wearing the gear and so forth. A concert isn't quite the same thing. There isn't a winner and a loser. I realize now that I've typed all this that I'm not sure what my point is, but to me I just don't think it's the same thing. Though granted I could see where some people my fell it is that way. |
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Post by whitneyhouston on May 29, 2018 15:32:51 GMT -5
...I am going to wear a chainsmokers shirt friday and see how long it takes for someone to punch me in the face
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Post by cincinnatisound on May 29, 2018 15:38:02 GMT -5
...I am going to wear a chainsmokers shirt friday and see how long it takes for someone to punch me in the face Which flagpole should we meet you at? |
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Post by mysticnarwhal on May 30, 2018 8:57:49 GMT -5
There's also the counter-culture effect at work here. Consider those to those that regularly attend sporting events. These jocks that go to sporting events dress head-to-toe in the home team's apparel. It's a point of pride. They stereotypically fall into the "bro"-style behavior. Now consider the concert goer who actively rejects the bro lifestyle. No way they would dress up in the band's merch because that's what a bro would do! I just made that up. I have no idea. I just know for some reason it looks dorky. And those people are typically so obsessed with the band that they are a chore to try and talk to. That's an interesting way to look at it. I am a huge sports fan. I am the farthest thing in the world from a "Bro". (I'm a 300 pound 43 year old nerdy accountant) While I'm not one to paint my face or wear head to toe sports gear, I will always wear a shirt or jersey and a hat to any game I go to. I think more than the Bro-ness of it, it gives more of a feeling of community. After a huge win you can find yourself hugging total strangers, giving high fives as you pass other fans wearing the gear and so forth. A concert isn't quite the same thing. There isn't a winner and a loser. I realize now that I've typed all this that I'm not sure what my point is, but to me I just don't think it's the same thing. Though granted I could see where some people my fell it is that way. I find it interesting as well! Why do we do that for sports but think it's tacky for a concert? I think the winning/losing thing might be the key? Since the outcome is uncertain, you want to make sure everyone knows whose side you're on? Must be the main difference. I'm with you though, I'll wear CBJ stuff all day every day and am decked out in it for games...but I am 36 yo female desk jockey as well. I may have always fit in as "one of the boys", but definitely not a "bro" I can see where it can be perceived as "bro" culture to actively and strongly support a sports team to those that don't participate, though. |
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Post by mysticnarwhal on May 30, 2018 9:00:11 GMT -5
...I am going to wear a chainsmokers shirt friday and see how long it takes for someone to punch me in the face Which flagpole should we meet you at? LOL You guys had me rolling. |
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Post by whitneyhouston on May 30, 2018 9:03:52 GMT -5
Which flagpole should we meet you at? LOL You guys had me rolling. In all seriousness, I think the chainsmokers are an insult to music but I am sure they will be entertaining. While their noise is not my style, I can appreciate live music and just have a good time outside with my friends |
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Post by mysticnarwhal on May 30, 2018 9:15:12 GMT -5
LOL You guys had me rolling. In all seriousness, I think the chainsmokers are an insult to music but I am sure they will be entertaining. While their noise is not my style, I can appreciate live music and just have a good time outside with my friends Same. We'll still be there. Just will be more chill than pushing up front and rocking out  haha |
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Post by whitneyhouston on May 30, 2018 9:28:24 GMT -5
Where does everyone "stand" on shoe choice? Barefoot, sandals, tennis shoes??
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Post by mysticnarwhal on May 30, 2018 9:52:01 GMT -5
Where does everyone "stand" on shoe choice? Barefoot, sandals, tennis shoes?? Ugh, I'm struggling with this question. I have been bouncing between 3 options - 1. Closed toe sandals that will be great if it rains, but aren't the MOST comfortable 2. Open toe sandals that are comfy, but maybe not the safest choice 3. Tennis shoes that would be comfortable no problem, but would SUCK if it's wet/muddy. I'm leaning towards option 1, but I haven't worn those for a ton of walking yet so I worry about that part. But they would handle any terrain or weather thrown at them. We'll be walking from our hotel, so I'm considering wearing tennis shoes but bringing the sandals in a bag? Then using a locker in VIP? Not sure. It's a tough one. Especially since it may be rainy on Friday. |
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Post by cincinnatisound on May 30, 2018 9:55:06 GMT -5
Where does everyone "stand" on shoe choice? Barefoot, sandals, tennis shoes?? Ugh, I'm struggling with this question. I have been bouncing between 3 options - 1. Closed toe sandals that will be great if it rains, but aren't the MOST comfortable 2. Open toe sandals that are comfy, but maybe not the safest choice 3. Tennis shoes that would be comfortable no problem, but would SUCK if it's wet/muddy. I'm leaning towards option 1, but I haven't worn those for a ton of walking yet so I worry about that part. But they would handle any terrain or weather thrown at them. We'll be walking from our hotel, so I'm considering wearing tennis shoes but bringing the sandals in a bag? Then using a locker in VIP? Not sure. It's a tough one. Especially since it may be rainy on Friday. I'm going sneakers, despite my wife's complete and utter hatred of me in sneakers. I've worn stylish shoes in the past, big mistake. My feet can't handle the blisters and poor support for three days. And now that I live close enough to walk to the festival, I'm adding about 3 miles per day round trip. So sneakers! |
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Post by whitneyhouston on May 30, 2018 10:00:54 GMT -5
Ugh, I'm struggling with this question. I have been bouncing between 3 options - 1. Closed toe sandals that will be great if it rains, but aren't the MOST comfortable 2. Open toe sandals that are comfy, but maybe not the safest choice 3. Tennis shoes that would be comfortable no problem, but would SUCK if it's wet/muddy. I'm leaning towards option 1, but I haven't worn those for a ton of walking yet so I worry about that part. But they would handle any terrain or weather thrown at them. We'll be walking from our hotel, so I'm considering wearing tennis shoes but bringing the sandals in a bag? Then using a locker in VIP? Not sure. It's a tough one. Especially since it may be rainy on Friday. I'm going sneakers, despite my wife's complete and utter hatred of me in sneakers. I've worn stylish shoes in the past, big mistake. My feet can't handle the blisters and poor support for three days. And now that I live close enough to walk to the festival, I'm adding about 3 miles per day round trip. So sneakers! I went flip flops on Friday last year and it was nice to be able to pop them off but I had a few people step on my feet during acts. I elected to go with something like sperrys or some kind of close toed shoe that doesn't require socks. That way you can take them off and if it rains, it doesn't feel disgusting |
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Post by joel on May 30, 2018 10:31:47 GMT -5
Something comfortable with good arch support. But as I said above, I'm an old fat guy. lol
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haha