Style Guide + Lineup Match for Lollapalooza 2013

Who’s going to Lollapalooza?? No matter who you are going there to see, make sure you look your best! Besides the music, people watching is an integral part of Lollapalooza or any other music fest. Electric Frenchie has come up with five outfit ideas, inspired by some of the hottest bands featured at Lollapalooza this year, so that you can feel confident about stepping out in style. Let us know which outfit is your favorite and share your festie pics on Instagram by hashtagging #frenchies    image

Items Pictured: Gypsy Junkies Mimi Fringe Tunic in Black, Semi Precious Jasper Stone Feather Bracelet, Pyrite Buddha Bracelet

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Items Pictured: Burnout Leopard Jacket by Lovers and Friends, Pink Stitch Swing Tank in Chartreuse, Nia Black Lace Hot Shorts by Dress The Population, Vintage Gatsby Bracelet in Emerald, Tri Lions Necklace, Vintage Endearment Bracelet    

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Items Pictured: Set the Mood Beaded Bodice Cropped Top by Keepsake, Hiding My Heart Biscuit Tan with Pink Shorts by Finders Keepers, Gold Coast Wrap Bracelet in Turquoise, Finders Keepers Let Love Rule Bomber in Navy, Laughing Buddha with Rhinestones Bracelet in HoneyLaughing Buddha with Rhinestones Bracelet in Green, Thai Embroidered Makeup Bag

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Items Pictured: Lace Me Over Teal Blouse by Champagne and Strawberries, Semi Precious Turquoise Stone Feather Bracelets, Thai Embroidered Crossbody Bag in Multi Swirl

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Items Pictured: Mink Pink Cheeky Studded Shorts in Mint, Quartz Spirit Crystal Necklace, Semi Precious Green Stone Feather Bracelet, Pyrite Buddha Bracelet 

How to Pack for Lollapalooza 2013

It’s that time of the year again. Countless troops of young Indies, Bohems and other music lovers, clad in hair chalk, flower hairbands and cameras, set upon Chicago to hear their favorite bands at the annual music festival, Lollapalooza. Number one rule for any music fest is not to overpack. Electric Frenchie breaks down what necessities to throw into your bag to ensure a great time and no worries.

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The nights can get cold and windy in Chicago so be sure to bring along a coverup and different kinds of shoes. A swimsuit for the scorching days and a bevy of beauty products will all fit in your Stela 9 weekender!

Packing for the Entire Trip

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For daily use, keep it light, with a small to mid-size backpack. Make sure you have a hat, a backup phone charger, and don’t forget your cash before you get hit up for $10 atm fees! Long days in the sun are great but don’t forget your water (in between drinks) and suncare. 

Packing for the Day

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Coachella Style Recap from Penelope Times


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Hey guys! My name is Chanelle from The Penelope Times and I will be your host for Coachella 2013 weekend! I’ll be covering RAD street style for all of you Fashion Frenchies out there so sit back and enjoy the ride! Thanks for having me!

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Kelly being ever so chic at the Harper’s Bazaar party Coachella 2013

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AMAZING ripped jeans and crop top combo spotted at the BCBG event Coachella 2013

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Kristen from Glitter and Glue being FABULOUS at the Harpar’s Bazaar event Coachella 2013

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Amazing printed shorts and crop top from Bethany at BCBG Beauty Bungalow event Coachella 2013 black-crop-top-white-skirt

Stephanie Lui also wearing BCBG at the BCBG BEauty Bungalow event Coachella 2013 black-dress-fringe

Keepin it all black and classic for the desert

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Coachella 2013 – Loving this grunge look at the Rhonda party

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Look at these cuties, all AMAZINGLY dressed at the Harper’s Bazaar event. Loving every outfit!  Coachella 2013 crochet-dress-flower-crown-coachella

Coachella 2013 – FLOWER CROWN AMAZINGNESS at the Rhonda party!  floral-prints-pool-side

Matching sets with flower sunnies? Yes please! @ the Harper’s Bazaar event Coachella 2013

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LOVE a matching set! These 3 friends are super cute at the Rhonda Coachella party  floral-romper-coachella

Coachella 2013 – Kiesha wearing an AMAZING neon body suit today at the Rhonda party!  good-bad-and-fab-blogger-chanelle-laurence

Coachella 2013 – Bloggers @goodbadandfab and @chanelledotcom rocking mint by the pool! #frenchiestyle (at The Skylark Hotel) green-hair-coachella

Coachella 2013 – Loving this poolside look with a floppy hat! #festivalstyle #rhonda (at The Saguaro Palm Springs, a Joie de Vivre Hotel) kid-band-member-coachella

AMAZING neon orange dress spotted on Kid’s bandmember  at Harpers Bazaar party Coachella 2013 natalie-alcala-editor-coachella

Cutie Natalie Alcala, editor and writer looking fab at yesterday’s Rhonda party! #frenchiestyle (at The Saguaro Palm Springs, a Joie de Vivre Hotel) peach-crochet-top-coachella

Coachella festival style! Spotted these two cuties at the Rhonda party yesterday rose-garland-monokini

Spotted: flower crown fun at Rhonda! #frenchiestyle (at The Saguaro Palm Springs, a Joie de Vivre Hotel) sade-fashion-concierge-mustard-leather-shorts

Sade from the Fashion Concierge rocking the raddest leather shorts with a beautiful print top at the BCBG Beauty Bungalow event Coachella 2013

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Benefit Cosmetics bringing the fashion at the BCBG Beauty Bungalow event Coachella 2013

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Super cute bathing suit + High waisted shorts combo at the Rhonda party – Coachella 2013

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Shannon Woodward rocking cowboy boots, printed shorts and a cut out top…super on trend and super cute! Coachella 2013 tribal-tank-black-aztec-coachella

Kiara from Tobruck Ave. sporting BCBG top and sunnies  at the BCBG Beauty Bungalow event Coachella 2013

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Loving this edgy pool look #frenchiestyle

Last minute Coachella essentials

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It’s that time of the year for the seasons most glamorous music festival, Coachella. While you probably have had your outfits perfectly planned for weeks now, one must need to keep in mind that you are camping and things can get a bit too rustic. So here is a few essentials to save that pretty face of yours and keep you looking your best all weekend!

1. Personal water/air fan – this is hot commodity and do not forget the batteries!

2. sun screen- duh, you’re in a desert.

3. lip balm- with suncreen, because your lips can get sunburned too!

4. Dry shampoo/conditioner- Works like magic! Oh and best part, no one can tell you have not washed your hair in 3 days.

5. Garnier detoxifying towelettes – You can use these to remove makeup, sweat, etc. Plus they smell great and you can also use them on the rest of your body.

6. Snacks- While the garlic fries and burgers are great, don’t forget to grab a few healthy snack options too. Your body will thank you.

7. Cheap (but Fashionable!)- Your designer sunglasses probably look great but I would suggest leaving them at home with cheaper (but Fashionable!) sunglasses it will be much easier to cut your losses if something happens to them. 

8. Cute water bottle holder- Key to surviving Coachella is staying hydrated!  This gives you a stylish and convient way to keep water on you all day. 

9. Comfy warm sweater- it colds at night, don’t forget this! We suggest the Somedays Lovin’ leather bird cardi available here!

10. DC to AC power inverter – Or in easier terms, this inverter plugs into your car so you can plug in phone chargers, curlers, hair straighteners etc. Skip those long lines for the bathroom and do your hair in your car! 

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SXSW 2013 Street Style Recap

Bold Prints, Cute sunnies, Lace and cowboy boots ruled Austin for this year’s festival