Outside Lands is a pretty magical music festival. It’s definitely one of the most unique settings! First, the foggy August San Francisco weather rolls through the trees in Golden Gate Park creating something out of a painting. (Most) everyone is bundled and properly layered, unlike every other summer festival where very little is worn (yet the people watching is still high up there). Secondly, the setting! You almost feel as if you’re in a game of Candy Land as you walk along the trails to get from stage to stage (or in search of your next food conquest / a warm cup of coffee). See “Choco Land” below and you’ll get a feel for what I mean.
My guy and I decided to go fairly last minute when invited by the Cafe Bustelo team (an Outside Lands sponsor) and we’re so glad we did as our weekend in the city turned out to be so much fun. It’s hard to pass up good coffee and live music! Admittedly, we knew very few bands in the lineup–which made us feel rather old!–but I got to see Lord Huron live, enjoy some delicious coffee with friends, and eat our way through the vendors so I was one happy lady. Here’s a look at some of the highlights.
My highlight: Lord Huron.
The Cafe Bustle Experience booth was in the heart of it all so we made sure to stop by fairly often to warm up and recharge.
His preference: iced chocolate coffee | Hers preference: warm cafe con leche at the Bustelo booth (so yum!)
Best chocolate chip cookie ever? The giant sea salt flakes made it. A perfect compliment to our coffees.
Layered up in a sweatshirt, sweater, and cargo jacket. (I couldn’t understand those who came dressed in shorts and tanks.) Whenever I’m heading to a concert or music festival I ditch my purse and opt for a jacket with lots of pockets. It’s always the best way to skip the entrance lines too.
As if we hadn’t eaten enough grub, we met up with my sister and her boyfriend for ramen in Japantown afterwards. Hit the spot!
The Look | Helmut Lang Sweater (Current Elliott Sweatshirt underneath). Current Elliott Cargo Jacket. R13 Jeans. Anine Bing Boots (also love).
Thank you to Cafe Bustelo for an awesome Outside Lands weekend!
