Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats at Forecastle Festival
When the 2017 Forecastle Festival schedule was released, Bob and I were excited to get the chance to see Nathaniel Rateliff and The Night Sweats here in Louisville. The Saturday afternoon show was just perfect -- great weather, a great crowd, and a really solid set.
If you've listened to any of Nathaniel Rateliff's music, you know it was a high-energy set, with influences ranging from roots/Americana to gospel to blues and soul. At times, there's some good old jam band mixed in with a little Bell Bottom Blues-era Clapton. I'm not a music writer, but I know it was a great set. Rateliff had a great rapport with the audience while playing a tight, fun set. His best-known tracks, Look It Here and S.O.B., were the big crowd-pleasers of the hour-long set, and I found myself wishing I could follow the band on down to Birmingham for the Sloss Festival the following night. I guess that's how music festival habits get formed.
Festival Season Ready: What to Wear to Forecastle
I'm getting so excited for Forecastle Festival, y'all! The musical lineup and the Bourbon Lodge presentations all promise to be fantastic, and -- fingers crossed -- the weather forecast is looking great! As I make my Forecastle plans, I thought I'd share a few finds for the festival weekend!
Fun Tanks
It's going to be hot, so I'm planning to wear tanks with shorts or breezy skirts. I love the L.L. Bean unshrinkable layering tanks, or one of these awesome tanks tops from local companies!
Sun protection
Sun protection is a must when you're outside all day. I have this J. Crew Factory sun hat, and it is a great quality piece for under $15! A bandana is always a great way to keep cool, and this Anchal Project pink bandana scarf is a stunning way to make a difference! (Sunscreen and shades are a must, as well!)
Ray-ban Sunglasses
Shop more of my Forecastle faves below, and let me know what your favorite festival fashion tips are!
The 5 Kentucky Festivals That'll Make You Look Forward to this Weekend
This weekend's top summer festivals!
Here in Kentucky, we love to celebrate things. Any old excuse will do, really. It seems that this weekend, we've got lots to celebrate. There are festivals all over the Commonwealth this weekend, celebrating everything from Corvettes to Corn. Here are five upcoming Kentucky-based Festivals that will make you look forward to this weekend.
- Forecastle. The rock star of Kentucky festivals. Three days of music, local art, and general hippie fun. Headlined by hometown heroes My Morning Jacket and jam band favorites Widespread Panic, Forecastle is Louisville's very own answer to Bonnaroo. July 17-19, Louisville.
- Shriners Bluegrass Festival. Love old-timey bluegrass? Want to camp out in Carter County? This one's for you. July 16-18, Olive Hill
- National Corvette Homecoming. The Corvette is Kentucky's car. This weekend, a whole bunch of Corvette owners are driving to Bowling Green, where it all begins. Vendors, parades, car shows and more. July 16-18, Bowling Green.
- BreyerFest. You know those Breyer horses that were always at the toy store when you were a kid? They looked neat, and you always knew that SOMEBODY SOMEWHERE collected them. Well, this weekend at the Horse Park, all of those somebodies are in one place. July 17-19, Lexington.
- Augusta Riverfest Regatta: Everything from a 5K and beauty pageant to live music. Oh, and of course, boats. It is a regatta, after all. July 17-18, Augusta.
The ultimate festival accessory: The Barbour Picnic Rug.
Of course, you can't just wear anything to a festival; you need a look that incorporates layers, protection from the elements, and a sense of effortless chic. Fedoras and maxi dresses, wellies or sneakers, funky tees and of course sunglasses are in order. We've put together a festival style guide below! (And, if you'll be in Louisville on Thursday, don't miss Kentucky for Kentucky's festival gear pop-up at Hound Dog Press!)
Shop the Look: Summer Festival Style
Are you taking in any fun Kentucky festivals this summer?