How to pull off Coachella style like a star

Carefree dressing takes a little planning.
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David Yi
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How to pull off Coachella style like a star
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Besides the music, Coachella means bohemian dreams filled with bright sun, desert sands and carefree dressing.

Of course, the latter is untrue. To get the right look and feel of Coachella, it takes intense effort and a lot of preparation. 


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We've rounded out the best looks below, inspired by Coachella's biggest style icons.

Whether you're searching for that perfect Drake performance look, Kendall's laid back festival ensemble, or throwing it back way, way back to Jimi Hendrix, we've assembled all the looks to get you going. 

Kendall Jenner

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The model and fashion icon was one of the best dressed last year when she sported this off-shoulder cropped top along with beautiful accessories. The look is easy to pull off. Simply get a high-waisted, sheer black skirt or skinny jeans and accessorize away. 

Shoulder crop, $16, Boohoo; skirt, $35, Boohoo; boots, $264, Rag & Bone; Crossbody bag, $28, BP; feather necklace, $19.99, Modcloth; headband, $51, Asos; double buckle belt, $16, Boohoo

Zoe Kravitz

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If you want the definition of cool, try out Zoe Kravitz's easy take with this outfit. Match a plaid romper with a cool bag. 

Romper, $25, Asos; sunglasses, $60, Asos; choker, $6.90, Forever 21; ring, $89, James Avery; bandana, $15, Levi's bag, $595, Alexander Wang; boots, $359, Robert Clergerie

Gigi Hadid

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Gigi Hadid has this boho babe look locked down. The model knows how to accessorize without going overboard, using smaller pieces of jewelry to make a big statement.

Belt, $54.60, Michael Kors; rings, $70, Catbird; arm cuff, $17, Asos; friendship bracelet, $50, Venessa Arizaga; fringe pouch necklace, $16, Boohoo; bracelet, $360, Vita Fede; rosary necklace, $87, Max and Chloe; turban, $40, Eugenia Kim; foot chain, $19.97, Rebecca Minkoff; dress, $20, Boohoo

Hozier

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If your style is more lowkey, take staples from your own closet to get this look from Hozier. All you have to do is get two different pairs of denim to make it work. 

Shirt, $235, Sandro; tank, $20, Topman; watch, $550, Shinola; jeans, $70, Cheap Monday; wayfarers, $150, Ray-ban; ring, $10, Asos; boots, $325, Grand Voyage

Drake

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Stand out from the crowd without trying too hard with this unassuming but luxe look, inspired by Drake. Layer your dark hoodie and shirt with a statement jacket, like this from Canada Goose's collaboration with Drake.

Jacket, $795, Canada Goose x OVO; hoodie, $495, Fear of God; shirt, $55, OVO; jeans, $190, BLK Denim; shoes, $95, Nike 

The Weeknd

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Chill out to Coachella's vibes with this bomber jacket. Mix with a statement shirt and combat boots to complete the look, just like The Weeknd.

Bomber jacket, $49.90, Zara; shirt, $235, Alexander Wang; jeans, $450, Diesel black and gold; boots, $110, Doc Martens 

Jimi Hendrix

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For a throwback situation, try this modernized Jimi Hendrix look, inspired by his iconic Coachella performance. Take a printed shirt, like this one from Obey, with a silk scarf that you can tie around your head. Try a modernized cropped jean with these killer moccasins. 

Scarf, $173, Kenzo; shirt, $64.95, Obey; jeans, $59.90; Zara; moccasins, $795, Saint Laurent 


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David Yi

David joined the Mashable team as its first fashion hire. He's written for the Wall Street Journal, Elle, GQ, Harper's Bazaar, Esquire, Details, Nylon, Refinery29, Fashionista, and covered the men's market at Women's Wear Daily. David has appeared on E!, Vh1, the Style network, and was a stylist at Capitol records.

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