This article is all about Coachella shoes! Days 1 and 2 of the 2013 Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival took place in Indio, California, in April 2013, and we went shoe spotting as soon as possible.
While the clothes were mainly in the de rigueur bohemian chic style yet again, boots being the No. 1 festival footwear choice was utterly unexpected. No-nonsense go-with-everything leather boots abound, but there were also a few kooky fringed styles.
Fashionista-favorite boots were also spotted all over the festival field, like the super popular Acne “Pistol” and the resurrected Chloe Susan/Susanna/Suzanne.
No matter the celebrity’s outfit- lace shorts, day dresses, denim cutoffs, maxi skirts, sweatpants, or fur vests- it was paired with boots, no questions asked.
Scroll down for our favorite hipster-y Coachella ensembles made tougher by a cool pair of boots! Got a favorite yourself yet?
Kate Bosworth’s Boho Chic Coachella Look: A Festival Style Icon
Fresh, frilly, and functional, Kate Bosworth nailed the Coachella look with her scalloped top and shorts combo.
Kate Bosworth nailed effortless Coachella chic on April 12, 2013, pairing her scalloped Topshop ensemble with Kowboy Heavy Western shoes and iconic Ray-Ban Aviator sunglasses (Credit: STS / WENN)
Here’s Kate on day two of the festival, effortlessly embodying the essence of Coachella style—she could easily be the festival’s official muse if such a title existed.
On April 13, 2013, Kate Bosworth embodied boho-festival glam at Coachella, layering a Topshop Real Sheepskin Festival Gilet over a Chiffon Lace Midi Slip and finishing the look with classic Ray-Ban Aviator sunglasses
Alessandra Ambrosio’s Effortless Bohemian Coachella Style With Friends
Alessandra Ambrosio has a natural bohemian style, so she looks right at home at Coachella.
On April 12, 2013, Alessandra Ambrosio epitomized bohemian elegance at Coachella, pairing Isabel Marant Caleen studded boots with a Giuseppe Zanotti burnt brown suede shoulder bag
This picture of Alessandra and her crew could pass for a fashion editorial.
On April 14, 2013, Alessandra Ambrosio showcased effortless festival style at Coachella, wearing a Siwy Lana sleeveless denim shirt with an Isabel Marant Silea paisley silk gauze skirt layered with a Zadig & Voltaire Klimi jacket and accessorized with Westward Leaning Louisiana Purchase sunglasses
Alessandra Ambrosio’s bohemian flair at Coachella has been a consistent highlight. In 2023, she showcased her signature style at the Celsius Coachella party, blending lace tops with burnt-orange pants.
Diane Kruger’s Festival Fashion: A Bohemian Outfit Throwback
We swear, Diane Kruger’s outfit here is something Vanessa Hudgens has worn to Coachella before.
On April 13, 2013, Diane Kruger brought boho-glam to the H&M Loves Music Coachella Kickoff Event, pairing H&M tribal printed shorts with suede over-the-knee boots and elevating the look with a Chanel alligator classic flap bag
Tallulah Willis Proves Boots Work with Any Coachella Look
Tallulah Willis stripped down to just her swimsuit later that day, and we love that she still wore her boots with it. We weren’t kidding when we said boots were paired with everything at Coachella this weekend!
Tallulah Willis exuded edgy festival vibes at Coachella, pairing a plunging olive bodysuit with distressed black shorts, combat boots, and a chic floppy hat
Nicky Hilton Rocks the Chloe ‘Susan’ Boots at Coachella
Nicky Hilton rocked the ever-popular Chloe “Susan” studded buckle boots.
On April 13, 2013, Nicky Hilton embraced effortless festival style at Coachella, pairing a One Teaspoon Dundee mini skirt with Chloe Susanna boots, a Valentino transparent Rockstud Naked shopping bag, and Ray-Ban aviator sunglasses with blue mirrored lenses
Audrina Patridge Goes Edgy with Doc Martens at Coachella
Audrina Patridge went for good ol’ Doc Martens at Coachella.
On April 13, 2013, Audrina Patridge turned heads at the Fruttare Hangout during Coachella, pairing a leopard-print For Love & Lemons Lover Boy dress with classic Dr. Martens 1460 boots, a One Teaspoon hobo hat, and the Vanessa Mooney Pegasus necklace in gold
Kelly Rowland’s Fierce Festival Look: Combat Boots and Camo
Kelly Rowland is one tough chick in a leather biker vest, camo shorts, combat boots, and … a fanny pack?
Kelly Rowland brought edgy vibes to Coachella, rocking a leather biker vest, camo shorts, combat boots, and a casual tank for a standout festival look
Sophia Bush Elevates Coachella Style with Chloe ‘Susan’ Boots
Rockin’ the gray color of the Chloe “Susan” boots, Sophia Bush showed off her sculpted abs in a crisscross-strapped bra top.
Sophia Bush stunned at Coachella with a bold crisscross bra top, a polka-dot high-slit skirt, and gray studded ankle boots, blending edgy and boho vibes effortlessly
Whitney Port Shows Off Her Long Legs in Chic Black Booties
With legs that long, Whitney Port never has to worry about wearing boots of the right height.
In April 2013 at Coachella, Whitney Port kept it breezy and chic in a Lovers + Friends Sunshine dress, embodying effortless festival style
Jared Leto Makes a Statement with Combat Boots and Biker Style
When did Jared Leto become so fashion-forward? He’s making biker-style sweatpants and combat boots look so achingly hip.
Jared Leto brought a sporty edge to Coachella with a color-blocked tank, joggers with bold side stripes, combat boots, and a casual sweatshirt tied at the waist
Coachella 2013 showcased some of the most memorable celebrity festival styles. Alessandra Ambrosio’s bohemian ensembles and Kate Bosworth’s chic pairings highlighted the versatility of boots at the festival. For more iconic 2013 Coachella fashion, don’t miss how Jessica Alba styled a crossbody bag with her effortlessly cool look.