Low-key denim was in high demand at Coachella this year. From headscarves to flower headbands, no accessory was off-limits when making denim ready for the festival.
Celebrities served up plenty of denim looks, but while some were eye candy, a few were eyesores.
Top Denim Picks: Standout Styles from Coachella
We consider Alessandra Ambrosio a superstar here so it was no surprise that we totally loved her Coachella looks.
Alessandra Ambrosio effortlessly pairs a floral headscarf with pink shorts, setting a high bar for festival fashion (Credit: STS / WENN)
The Brazilian model styled a floral headscarf and pink shorts like a seasoned pro, making a tied-at-the-waist sleeveless chambray shirt look positively editorial-worthy.
Alessandra Ambrosio’s chic sleeveless chambray, tied at the waist, offers a masterclass in casual elegance at Coachella (Credit: STS / WENN)
If there ever was a right time and place to rock a flower headband and high-cut acid-wash denim shorts, it would be when you’re a youthful 15-year-old and at Coachella like Bella Thorne.
Bella Thorne’s combination of a flower headband with high-cut acid-wash denim shorts captures the essence of youthful Coachella flair (Credit: STS / WENN)
Julianne Hough looked fresh at the festival in her simple button-down silk shirt and new shorter do.
Julianne Hough’s understated elegance shines in a simple silk shirt, complemented by her chic, short hairstyle at Coachella (Credit: STS / WENN)
Hilary Duff channeled an Indiana Jones–inspired look at Coachella. We love how her outfit is so simple yet stylish and how the layers make it easy to transition from day to night.
Hilary Duff channels adventure with an Indiana Jones–inspired ensemble at Coachella, blending style and practicality seamlessly (Credit: STS / WENN)
Joshua Jackson is always the perfect style match to girlfriend, Diane Kruger, who, unfortunately, had to be relegated to our worst denim outfits list.
Joshua Jackson impresses with casual denim elegance, proving simplicity wins at Coachella (Credit: STS / WENN)
Yes, we know he only changed his shirt for day 2 of Coachella, but we’re giving him extra points for his gentlemanly gesture of carrying around a blanket for Diane to sit on around his shoulders.
Joshua Jackson embodies chivalry with a thoughtful gesture, adding to his laid-back denim look at Coachella (Credit: STS / WENN)
Denim Disappointments: Less-than-Stellar Looks from Coachella
A bland knotted t-shirt + short shorts combo may be one of the most comfortable outfits you can wear to a music festival. However, seeing it again and again on Kristen Stewart, Audrina Patridge, and Emma Roberts made the look seem old, bland, and boring.
Kristen Stewart’s repetitive knotted t-shirt and short shorts combo fails to inspire amid the vibrant Coachella fashion scene (Credit: STS / WENN)
Audrina Patridge’s choice of a knotted t-shirt and short shorts blends into the background, lacking distinctiveness at Coachella (Credit: STS / WENN)
Emma Roberts goes for comfort with a knotted t-shirt and shorts, yet misses the mark on memorable Coachella style (Credit: STS / WENN)
We’ve always found Ashley Benson really cute, but her penchant for black jeans ripped at the knees? Not so much.
Ashley Benson’s black ripped jeans seem out of place among the eclectic array of Coachella outfits, missing an opportunity to stand out (Credit: STS / WENN)
Kelly Rowland‘s tough biker outfit would’ve looked good anywhere else, but not at Coachella. We do covet those gold-rimmed sunglasses though.
Kelly Rowland’s biker chic misses the Coachella vibe, though her gold-rimmed sunglasses capture attention (Credit: STS / WENN)
Those thighs! We know Joe Jonas has always preferred this type of jeans, but we think they look better with a t-shirt rather than this tank top.
Joe Jonas’ combination of jeans and a tank top falls short of the mark, overshadowed by more inspired Coachella ensembles (Credit: STS / WENN)
This is one of Diane Kruger’s rare fashion misses. Her fleece-lined denim jacket looks super cozy, but its proportions are all wrong with that paper-bag-waisted pleated skirt and heavy combat boots.
Diane Kruger’s fleece-lined denim jacket, paired with a pleated skirt and combat boots, presents a rare mismatch in her usually impeccable style (Credit: STS / WENN)