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Top 5 Festival Footwear Picks For Summer 2025

Posted on May 23, 2025

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It’s that exciting time when the summer festival season is in touching distance!

The stages are almost set, the line-ups are decided, and the weather…well, the weather will probably still be unpredictable! But one thing that needs to be reliable is your festival footwear, and if you’re unsure what to take with you, you’ve come to the right place!

Festival footwear can’t be an afterthought; after all, it’s the foundational layer to your festival look! The perfect footwear needs to combine style with comfort and durability and should be able to withstand anything from dusty fields to unpredictable downpours.

At Ravel, we know a thing or two about festival dressing, and in this guide, we’re bringing you our top tips on the best festival footwear to help you stay comfortable and stylish, whatever the weather throws at you!

Read on and prepare to be festival-ready!

What footwear to wear to a festival

A promo image for Festival footwear with illustrations of a cacti and a photo of an image wearing a dress and sandals

There are no right or wrong answers when choosing your festival footwear, and you might already have a pair of shoes, boots or sandals in mind based on the outfits you’ve chosen.

While looking good might be at the top of your priority list, you should also choose footwear that you’ll be comfortable dancing in for hours, that suits the terrain and the most likely weather outcome of the event. If you’re heading to a festival abroad, sandals might be the ideal choice, but in the UK, you’ll need to be more prepared for unpredictable weather conditions.

With everything considered, read on for our top festival footwear picks for 2025 and why we think you’ll love them too!

Ravel’s top 5 festival footwear picks

1. Cowboy boots

If Taylor Swift and Beyoncé taught us anything, it’s that Americana is here to stay, so it’s the ideal time to channel that into your festival outfits and what better way than with a stylish pair of cowboy boots?

A surprisingly practical and stylish festival footwear choice, they can handle dusty or slightly damp conditions and help to give your outfit an instant edge and a touch of rebellious charm! Whether paired with denim cut-offs or shorts and a floaty top, a prairie-inspired maxi dress, or a fringe jacket for a vintage-inspired Wild Western twist to your look, your cowboy boots will keep you on your feet, for days of carefree dancing!

Ravel’s top cowboy boot pick:

White Leather Hayton Ankle Boots

These white leather Hayton ankle boots are a stunning festival footwear option. Created from stunning premium white leather and finished with Western-inspired floral stitching on the upper, these delightful boots have a squared-off toe and a comfortable 5 cm Cuban block heel. With elasticated side panels and pull-tabs to help you easily pull them on and off, prepare to dance away festival season in these stylish boots.

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2. Elevated fashion trainers

A close-up of silver flatform fashion trainers

If the forecast is clear and your main aim is to keep your feet comfortable, then you can’t go wrong with a chic fashion trainer. Offering unbeatable comfort, fashion trainers are non-negotiable when it comes to festival dressing. Effortlessly stylish, they’re also incredibly versatile, so whether you’re pairing yours with shorts and an oversized hoodie or a chic slip-dress for an unexpected twist, trainers will remain your ideal go-to shoe!

Ravel’s top fashion trainer pick:

Silver Leather Solon Lace-Up Trainers

The Solon silver leather trainer offers a modern take on the chunky trainer and provides both unrivalled comfort and bang-on-trend style, making it the ideal festival choice when the forecast is looking good! The ideal option if you like your footwear versatile, this striking metallic silver trainer boasts a 4 cm chunky sole unit and a cushioned in sock and lining to keep your feet looking and feeling great!

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3. Bold Gladiator Sandals

A close up of Buxley gladiator sandals in black and multi colour ways

If you’re jet-setting abroad for a summer festival, gladiator sandals are a chic and secure alternative to basic sandals, ideal whether you find yourself on the beach, poolside or partying in a field! Earning you instant style points; they’re fashion-forward, breathable and with their multiple straps, they offer increased stability. So, if you’re looking for festival footwear to protect your feet while allowing you to look fabulous, these are the sandals for you!

Looking for style tips? How about pairing yours with a flowing boho maxi dress, a high-waisted denim mini-skirt and crochet top, or even tailored shorts for an elevated edge. Whatever outfits you decide on, gladiator sandals are a key look for festival dressing in the sunshine!

Ravel’s top gladiator sandal pick:

Buxley Gladiator Sandals in black and pewter

A new addition for spring/summer 2025, the Buxley gladiator sandal boasts a modern, maximalist style perfect for festival dressing!

A chunkier, big sister to our Oakley sandal, these stunning new styles are set on a chunky 5 cm cleated sole, for a modern twist on a classic style.

Buxley pairs with pretty much everything, from denim to tailored trousers, so grab a pair in either colour for your festival, before they sell out!

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4. Chic ballerina flats

Who’d have thought the effortlessly chic ballerina flat would be a festival go-to for 2025? This timeless, sophisticated shoe is coming up roses, particularly for more urban festivals. Ballerina flats offer undeniable comfort, without impacting style, making them perfect for long hours spent dancing or moving around a festival’s many stages.

If you want understated elegance for your festival look, ballerina flats are your festival footwear essential. Pair yours with wide-leg linen trousers and a cropped top, a floaty midi skirt or chic tailored shorts if you’re searching for polished yet comfortable festival dressing.

Ravel’s top ballerina flat pick:

Gold Ellon Ballerina Shoes

A sophisticated and versatile choice for any outfit, these chic gold ballerina pumps are an elegant choice for any festival, if the weather allows. With exquisite detailing on the vamp and a chic and classic round toe with bow detailing, they effortlessly blend comfort and style. A stylish slip-on with a gorgeous gold upper that exudes summer, don’t pack for your festival without them!

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5. Statement leather boots

2 leather ankle boots lined up. One biker style and one Chelsea boot

You can’t go wrong with classic leather boots for festivals where the weather might not be too kind. Whether you choose Chelsea boots or edgy biker boots, you’ll have added protection against the elements, comfortable footwear for dancing, and you’ll still look amazing!

Go for a classic black and pair yours with denim shorts (even add in some tights if the weather takes a turn), a floaty midi dress and a denim or leather jacket, with leggings or even a midi dress with a high-slit for a dramatic, edgy look.

The ideal choice for enthusiastic dancers, come rain or shine!

Ravel’s top leather boots pick:

Black Leather Bowmont Zip-Up Boots

For an effortlessly versatile option for festivals and beyond, these stunning Bowmont boots are the perfect pick. A comfortable 5 cm heel for hours spent dancing, they feature eye-catching stud, ring and buckle detailing, adding a bold finish to any outfit. Get festival-ready and channel your inner rock chick by pairing the Bowmont with your festival outfits.

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Whatever festival footwear you desire, you can find it at Ravel by shopping the links above. From boots to sandals and everything in between, there are plenty of stylish options so you can face the music (and the weather!) in style!

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5 Ways To Brighten Up Your Office Outfit

Posted on June 25, 2017

It can be difficult to add seasonal changes to an office outfit, especially if there is a certain dress code in place. This summer however, you needn’t feel stuck in a rut with your outfit choices whilst at work because at Ravel we’ve got some excellent ways to brighten up your office outfit.

Firstly, let’s consider the popular summer shades that have the potential to work well as office attire when incorporated correctly:

Coral – A summer staple and an all round flattering colour on every skintone.
Green – One of the most popular shades for 2017 due to Pantone choosing it as their ‘Colour of The Year’ – from emerald green to lime green, it’s all groovy.
Pink – Not just any pink, but ‘millennial pink’ which is the shade everyone has been swooning over. It’s a beautiful dusky rose.
Blue – A whole spectrum of blue is perfect for summer, from cool water light blue to modern navy.

Now we have a colour palette in mind for ways to brighten up an office outfit, it’s time to take a look at our suggestions!

1. Sun-inspired accessories

An inexpensive way to update an otherwise plain work outfit is to treat yourself to some stylish accessories. As summer is all about embracing a new colour palette, accessories is a fabulous method of incorporating shades into your everyday work look. Plastic jewellery such as bangles or beads can radiate a bright colour especially well. A beautiful statement necklace can add extra style whilst also being eye-catching – the perfect finishing touch.

If you love your designer handbags but tend to steer towards a ‘safe’ colour such as black or navy, take it to another level by investing in an on-trend metallic bag or looking for a python print that will add a little something extra to create a fashion forward work ensemble.

If you’re not too keen on bright pops of colour in your accessories, you could simply layer up or coordinate your jewellery. For example, as rose gold is very much still in fashion, match a pair of rose gold earrings with a rose gold bracelet and necklace. You could also opt for a watch that has a coloured dial face. Another way to accessorise can be to layer necklaces or bracelets, or even ‘stack’ multiple rings onto one finger. It’s a subtle detail that will still be noticed, without being too overpowering.

2. Summer footwear

Here at Ravel we believe that a good pair of shoes can change your entire mood, whatever the occasion. When you’re wearing uninspiring footwear for work, you just might feel that your whole outfit isn’t as great as you want it to be!

For those who prefer a bit of height to their everyday shoe, we suggest working the combination style of a wedge and espadrille for summertime. A wedge espadrille can make you feel summery even when you’re sat inside enjoying the office air con, and we have a number of espadrille wedges to take your fancy here at Ravel. Choose from black, navy or coral coloured wedge espadrilles for assured style that can be worn with skirts and trousers.

If there’s no policy on open toe shoes in your office, then hurrah! This summer calls for a stylish sandal that can add a spring to your step from the photocopier to your desk. Get on board with the ever so popular embroidery trend with the Ravel Savannah flat sandals in white leather with beautiful floral embroidered detailing, or swap your usual black footwear for a more summer season appropriate hue with the Ravel Anderson strappy sandals in tan. Bring the timeless denim trend into the office without wearing jeans by opting for the Ravel Ritzville flat sandals in blue denim which can be worn from desk to cocktails with friends!

3. Embrace prints

It’s such a classic look but animal prints and other creative patterns can work wonders to bring an outfit right up to date. Subtle pops of leopard print or Aztec print fit right in with summer wardrobes and can be styled effortlessly for work too! Our V&A footwear collaboration will suit those who seek some exceptional prints due to the patterns that are taken directly from an artist’s work from the V&A archive. We love that the V&A footwear takes a print and makes it work perfectly on different footwear styles, such as ballet pumps, wedges, pointed court shoes and sandals. The V&A women’s shoes with the red rose pattern would be a wonderful pop of colour for an otherwise plain work outfit, as would the intriguing 70s inspired print with browns and turquoise colour scheme. The flat pumps and pointed court shoes are absolutely ideal for the work environment.

4. Lighten your wardrobe

An obvious yet failsafe method of brightening your work outfit options is to invest in a summer work wardrobe. Trade the darker colours with lighter ones, or opt for light shades of your current favourites if you don’t want to step too far outside of your comfort zone. The ‘millennial pink’ is a popular top colour, whilst textures such as ruffles are an important summertime detail not to miss out on. Similarly, with the prints mentioned above, a patterned shirt can really bring some elevated style to your look as a welcome summertime outfit option for work. From polka dots to paisley, something that will bring your outfit to life is exactly what you need! If you’re feeling daring, why not try out a white trouser suit?

5. Nail it at work

The power of a good manicure and pedicure should never be underestimated. Bright colours on the fingernails (and toes if they’re being shown off in sandals) can lift your mood whilst adding to an overall outfit. If you’re current work wardrobe is tethered to the usual colour scheme of greys, creams, black and white, then temporary changes such as painted nails can go a long way into brightening up the look, even if it is subtle! Whilst red will always be a staple nail varnish shade, try a vibrant turquoise or coral nail varnish for summer that will contrast wonderfully against a grey or navy jacket, or select a lovely lilac nail polish shade that will bring a touch of femininity to your office outfit.

Brighten your work outfit this summer with Ravel and take a look at our popular range of sandals, flat pumps and wedge espadrilles to add some seasonal updates to your footwear collection.

AW16 Fashion Footwear Ravel

Ravel’s AW16 styles have landed!

Posted on August 5, 2016

Ravel remains at the forefront of fashion forward footwear for AW16 with a savvy collection of sumptuous boot and shoe styles. This season is all about texture, detail and a rich autumnal palette for chic day-to-night styling.

The collection centres around subtle details and bold silhouettes, with oxblood, navy and rich browns for the season ahead. Think chic ankle boots adorned with studs, zips and buckle features, finished in sumptuous velvet. Expect classic courts and plenty of platform heels for the party season. Knee high boots with serious attitude will keep your style credentials soaring, with added detail in the form of fur trims.

Glitzy gold detailing is back in the spotlight, featuring heavily across the collection, promising to add plenty of sparkle to an autumn/winter wardrobe.