Festival parasols keep you shaded from the sun during music festival season. Here are 14 different designs that we found.
It is a good idea to bring sun protection when you know you will be outside all day. Parasols or umbrellas are becoming more commonly seen in the western part of the world, as evidenced by all the people carrying them at Burning Man. These are not rain umbrellas, they are mostly for show. Since this is for a party they are showier than the tried but true black umbrella used in the rain.
The fashion parasol is not mainstream yet, and can be difficult to locate at major retailers. But there are many colorful, handmade parasols on sites such as Etsy, Amazon and others. You can also order customized paper parasols and other party decorations en masse from Asian countries.
Here are 14 of the best festival parasols available as selected by Slutty Raver Costumes.
1. SparkleFide
This Imagine UV Distressed Rainbow Parasol ($310) is distressed so it costs much more than a traditional oiled paper umbrella, are per the logic of the top Italian and French fashion houses.
2. Lord von Schmidtt
These Crochet Parasol Rainbow Stars ($148) also come in a super sized beach umbrella version. According to the them they are hand crocheted in Mexico City where they are always a hit.
3. Illuminated Couture
The Illuminated Couture Light Up LED Umbrella ($135) is not only crocheted, it is tie dye and glow in the dark. That means it goes from day to night, and could really lighten up a dance routine.
4. Rat Trapp
Rat Trapp designed the image at the top of the page. They also made the aptly named White LED Parasol with Embroidered Pink Flowers, Fringe and Acrylic Gems ($120).
5. Love Umbrellas
The Ultimate Sparkle Umbrella by Love Umbrellas ($111.49) is a pagoda style parasol that is covered in bling. Choose from several different colors for the umbrella and the sparkles.
6. Bali
This is a traditional Mango Orange Balinese Festival Parasol ($110) that is carried at EDM raves in Bali. It is decorated with gilded ornaments, tassels, and bells. The wood base is detachable.
7. Flora for Faunas
The Fern Foliage Umbrella ($99) is custom made for music festivals, costumes and photo shoots. The lush, green fashion accessory is covered in faux fern fronds, ivy and moss.
8. Crochetoville
The 32″ Diamond Rainbow Multicolor Lace Crochet Umbrella Parasol ($65) is based on the white crochet umbrellas sometimes carried at weddings. This is the kid’s size one.
9. Crystallotus Creations
The MERKASTAR Crystalotus Print Umbrella ($51.71) has a psychedelic print of the geometry of the universe that is is intended as a large, shade umbrella. They are made in Hong Kong.
10. Cannaflage Designs
If you want everyone at the festival to know you love weed, consider the Purple Nepal Festival Parasol ($55). This stoner is enjoying hers possibly while at some type of music event.
11. Simcha Central
Umbrellas come in more shapes than just circles it turns out. For example this Heart Umbrella ($34.79) comes in a PLUR-like rainbow of colors including purple, blue, orange and pink.
12. India
These generic Bohemian Indian Handmade Design, Cotton Multi Color Embroidery Parasols ($23) are sold to tourists in India. Add a crystalline fringe to the outer part to make it more fancy.
13. Sunray
This Vintage Parasol Princess Umbrella ($22.69) comes in black and white, or red with a patterned trim. It is made from pongee, a poly-silk blend that is windproof, rainproof and has UV protection.
14. Thy Collectibles
The Rainproof Handmade Chinese Oiled Paper Umbrella ($16.99) should make it through Day One and Day Two. The organic party favor is made out of bamboo and special paper.
Don’t forget to protect yourself from the sun with sunscreen, in addition to an umbrella or even a funny hat this music festival season. And also at other times you know that you will be outside. These festival parasols are an old fashioned accessory that has been made new again with modern designs, patterns, and ideas about feminism and equality in the workplace.
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