LOLLA SURVIVAL
GUIDE
For all
the LOLLA First Timers…you are going to have sooooo much fun!! There is nothing better than seeing the
reaction to someone’s first LOLLA experience because it’s just a magical
weekend in the most beautiful setting!
Here are
some recommendations for amateurs and reminders for veterans:
Festival
Fashion – google
it or call me for an overview…LOLLA is not only a music festival but somewhat
of a fashion show. Outfit choices are
clutch due to the fact so many photos will be taken so bring your best Fest
Fash look on Saturday! Fanny Packs are
TOTALLY okay!!!
Inspiration: http://www.betches.com/festival-fashion-how-to-look-like-a-bohemian-goddess
Tanning Strategy – as we all know lots of photos will be taken this weekend and unless you don’t have a job (lucky you) and get to lay by the pool daily or are naturally tan (again lucky you) please get a spray tan prior to arrival! No one needs casper bombing photosJ
Comfortable Shoes – let’s be honest, we’ve all made the mistake of wearing uncomfortable shoes thinking we were looking soooo hot BUT unfortunately this doesn’t fly at LOLLA! On average, you will walk 10 miles/day and this is NOT an exaggeration! I know this contradicts #1 in Fest Fash but there is 1 exception…and it’s comfortable shoes…so sandals or sneakers are recommended or you will end up like me with bleeding feet, walking out of LOLLA to the Marriot’s gift shop and end up having to buy a “Chicago Rainbow” sandal…and believe me it’s the fastest way to lose friends!
Tanning Strategy – as we all know lots of photos will be taken this weekend and unless you don’t have a job (lucky you) and get to lay by the pool daily or are naturally tan (again lucky you) please get a spray tan prior to arrival! No one needs casper bombing photosJ
Comfortable Shoes – let’s be honest, we’ve all made the mistake of wearing uncomfortable shoes thinking we were looking soooo hot BUT unfortunately this doesn’t fly at LOLLA! On average, you will walk 10 miles/day and this is NOT an exaggeration! I know this contradicts #1 in Fest Fash but there is 1 exception…and it’s comfortable shoes…so sandals or sneakers are recommended or you will end up like me with bleeding feet, walking out of LOLLA to the Marriot’s gift shop and end up having to buy a “Chicago Rainbow” sandal…and believe me it’s the fastest way to lose friends!
Hydration
– you need to
drink a shit-ton of water…before, during and after the fest! It can be very hot and you will be dancing
and walking a lot so crushing water is key because it’s 100% a party foul to
end up at the medical tent…although it always makes for a good story and photo
op!
Drinking Goals – so there is a reason there is no hard alcohol at LOLLA…people get completely shitfaced and end up in the medical tent. Beer and Wine are available at LOLLA and can generally be mixed without incident.
Nourishment - Lolla is like a food festival inside a music festival. Are you a high maintenance, bitch-ass eater? Vegetarian? Vegan? Counting calories to keep that summer bod? Gluten free? Fat kid and don't give a shit? Good for you! There is (really great) food for everyone at Lolla. Check out the Lolla Green City Market for locally grown, healthy veggie/gluten free options. Must Eat: Lobster Dog.
Drinking Goals – so there is a reason there is no hard alcohol at LOLLA…people get completely shitfaced and end up in the medical tent. Beer and Wine are available at LOLLA and can generally be mixed without incident.
Nourishment - Lolla is like a food festival inside a music festival. Are you a high maintenance, bitch-ass eater? Vegetarian? Vegan? Counting calories to keep that summer bod? Gluten free? Fat kid and don't give a shit? Good for you! There is (really great) food for everyone at Lolla. Check out the Lolla Green City Market for locally grown, healthy veggie/gluten free options. Must Eat: Lobster Dog.
Crushing Lobster Dogs
Phone Fail - if you have a portable phone charger
bring it. If you’re with the squad turn phone to airplane mode to save
juice…communication at Lolla is like jumping in a hot tub time machine back to
the 90s…cell service is as shitty as trying to text from a “dumb phone” was.
Squat it Out – when your feet, back and legs start hurting a great way to invigorate yourself is to squat it out! https://byrslf.co/the-forgotten-art-of-untucking-the-tail-57d8ef619e4e#.oz3x966rf
Stick
With Your Crew -
you may not always get to see exactly who you want to but at the end of the
day, LOLLA is about the people you’re with. What’s the fun in seeing a show
without your friends? #BabesOverBands
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