Coachella is as synonymous with music festivals as it is with festival fashion. Since its inception in 1999, the Southern California spring festival has become an annual pilgrimage for the young and the stylish.

Street style photographers flock to Indio, California to shoot the coolest and the newest trends. The beautiful, stylish attendees are here to see and be seen. Sauntering through the polo fields during this three-day, two-weekend extravaganza feels like a Nylon Magazine editorial or Urban Outfitters catalog come-to-life.

Breezy boho babes channel a modern day Stevie Nicks in long, flowy dresses and skirts accessorized with statement ethnic jewelry, floppy hats and sunglasses. On the other end of the spectrum, edgy rock chicks don sheer and sexy cropped tops with denim cut-offs layered over their lithe bikini-clad bodies.  Wrists decorated with VIP bracelets and beer-in-hand finish off this Rihanna-inspired ensemble. The pounding desert heat soars past 100 degrees on occasion, giving concert goers more reason to flaunt the “less is more” bare skin look.

Besides lathering yourself in sunblock, parasols and hats are must-have accessories to protect from excessive sun exposure.  So don’t be shy, throw some shade.

Guys’ outfits range from the quirky, dapper festival gents in plaid shirts paired with color shorts/chinos, to urban surfers with graphic or striped tees and tanks worn with patterned shorts.  You’ll also find a gathering of vintage-inspired hipsters from Williamsburg to Silverlake and beyond, grazing at this music mecca.

Once the sun goes down, be sure to have warm layering pieces as temperatures drop drastically.  Scarves, hoodies, cardis, utility and motorcycle jackets are necessary to ward off the Coachella chill.

Here are several key fashion picks for Coachella. In the mix are some socially conscious brands to show you can do good by wearing well. Spread the word of conscious consumerism!

1. Men's Tanks

Whether it's solids, stripes, mixed patterns or graphics, these tanks are perfect for the desert heat.

2. Men's Graphic Shorts

Mixing it up with patterns and graphics keeps this festival staple feeling fresh. DSquared2 Spring 2014 and Urban Outfitters shorts.

3. Men's Festival Basics

Who doesn’t like a good pun? The Lettuce Turnip The Beet tee seamlessly blends music and healthy eating.

(Clockwise, from top left) Pendleton Straw Fedora, Krochet Kids Pocket Zip Hoodie, The IOU Project Madras Shorts, Vans and DC Shoes, Save Khaki Chambray Lined Camo Short, Yarn Dye Stripe Tee by Jungmaven at Steven Alan.

4. Men's Accessories

The Base Project Upcycled carved PVC Pipe Bracelets are made by and benefit the Himba and Herero tribes in Namibia. Palmer Trading Black Leather Baseball Cap, Warby Parker Downing Sunglasses, Toms Shoes Sabados. The Nike N7 x Pendleton blanket is perfect for chilling on the grass while listening to your favorite bands. Portions of proceeds go toward the American Indian College Fund.

5. Boho Layers

Throw on slouchy cardigans for late night warmth.  Ethereal hippies can’t go wrong with diaphanous woven shifts and kimonos.

6. High-Low Hem Dresses

I love this deep racer back-style dress (left) by Prisoners of St. Petersburg that I picked up on a recent trip to Bali!  It’s pretty but sexy and pairs perfectly with layered necklaces. Dance like nobody’s watching in this Calypso dress (right).

7. Showstoppers

The Manzana dress is made by Reformation, an environmentally sustainable fashion brand that repurposes vintage and surplus materials to create chic, limited edition collections. McGuire is the hot new denim brand on the block. This new spin on the fringe denim jacket is to die for.  

8. Runway Inspiration: The Pretty Rocker

Isabel Marant combines girly ruffles with black leather while Wren pairs a sweet, lacy top with printed shorts. 

9. Playful Jumpsuits

The Vivid Tie Front Playsuit by Zimmermann is by an Aussie line that knows how to have fun in the sun. Play around with versatility in the Galina Slash Jumpsuit by Line Dry, a new leisurewear line out of NYC. Wear it halter or strapless.

10. Women's Graphic Tees & Tanks 

Photo realism, statement graphics and vintage rock tees make for festival staples.

11. The Coachella Necklace

The Coachella Necklace is made in Kenya from beads and melted scrap metal. Crea collaboration with The Supply Change, $199, order on request.

12. Women's Accessories

Muses and Rebels necklaces & bracelets, Missibaba – Nairobi Sling Bag and Hershel Polka Dot Hip Pack for a hands-free concert experience.

Chrissie Lam is a modern day gypsy, turning “Cool-Hunting” into a lifestyle and a means of discovering unique & creative talent in a variety of forms. She has curated for multi-billion dollar fashion brands and traveled to over 70+ countries.  As the founder of The Supply Change, she connects artisan groups in developing countries with fashion brands in an effort to redefine the supply chain. She has attended Coachella 10 times since 2002. Follow her on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and Pinterest.