Burning Man Clothes Advice & Costume Tips

[@VampireKittenTV]

This is the 3rd video I've watched of yours. Excellent job!

[@projectpterodactyl81]

Thanks so much :)

[@TiaraDLC]

VampireKitten same here haha

[@sarahferguson0]

As a person who hasn't yet made it to BRC i do frequent renaissance festivals and i totally agree that having some fun things to wear makes for a more immersive experience. You can still have fun outfits and dress up your more comfy clothes. I'm kinda good at channeling my inner Stevie Nicks while rocking my black jeans and boots 🙂 you have no idea how far a few veils and some flowers in your hair will go toward helping you balance comfort with fun outfits.

[@mahalie23]

I’ve been looking for practical tips as I loooove the perfect outfit challenge. This was very helpful- as are many of your vids so thank you 🙌⚡️

[@gabrielncali8999]

Your videos are so good! Thank you! Looking forward to my first burn this year! 2020!

[@hollyklarsen]

While I appreciate the sentiment behind this video, I need to jump in here because I am really thrown by the use of the words "no-no's" and "faux pas" ... I would like to suggest using words like "10 Principles" and explaining what we do and why we do it. We choose the 10 Principles of Leave No Trace and Decommodification because there are careful thoughts behind them. Once you understand the meaning and intention behind these, you have the opportunity to grow both at Burning Man and in the default world. What is being shared here are "suggestions" or "recommendations" rather than "rules" and "no-no's". Take a look at the library of Halcyon's videos about Burning Man for ideas about how to communicate the spirit of Burning Man and the principles. He does this very well. Thank you and see you in the dust.

[@lunachilde2000]

Holly Larsen I'm curious...where does it talk about drugged out rape in the desert and how nobody helps the victim in your bullshit doctrine? You all need to run into that burning man next year. Lighten the earth up a bit will ya?

[@erinmacdonald9347]

Holly Larsen well said

[@Kikilang60]

I'm going to wear a straw hat, Ray bans, Cargo shorts, with with Hawaiian shirt. Then I'm going walk around and say, "Chill man. Feel the peace." I also have a giant robot, but I don't wear him, he is not clothing.

[@superevilbrian]

I generally dress to be comfortable (I bring a pile of white oxford shirts. My profile photo is from Burning Man) and spend about 10-12 days on the playa. Not everyone who isn't wearing a costume is a tourist, and not everyone in a costume is actually a legit participant. Otherwise, your video is legit.

[@earthman4222]

Thanks for helping me decide. This is way too establishment for me. I get the "pack it in - pack it out" mentality. But this sounds like too many "establishment" rules, and not enough personal responsibility. I am just gonna go hiking, camping, and toking.

[@RumerPriestly]

Jeez, for a gathering that's all about being free, getting in touch with yourself, no judgement and togetherness, there sure are a lot of rules, judgements and things you're "not allowed to do" or that people will judge you for...

[@chineseobelisk]

Thank you for saying that so I don't have to be the bitch! this gal sure has burningman down. how were we ever able to cope before she attended!?!? oh dang. see I took it to the hoop anyways.

[@casperblake7002]

PC culture, white guilt, and autism ruins everything, don't it? Would love to just let my hair down and take my shoes off, but someone left all these egg shells all over the floor.

[@whereismymind9429]

sounds like its full of judgemental, clueless, sjw cunts, fuck that for a lark I'm glad I'm to old to do this shit now because it has all been ruined by these divots

[@violetterobinson6542]

What? This has to do with the COMMUNITY PRINCIPLES of burning man specifically two of them: "leave no trace" and "decommodification". We help each other learn the rules, so we can all be on the same page about principles and having the event be what it is: adhering to those ten principles. Leaving no trace is really important!! She's offering so you don't have to learn the hard way, and be that person who unintentionally litters things, affects the land, and the ability for BM to go back on the land, because they "didn't think about it" ahead of time.

[@StacyBS]

This video is about *advice*. It's not rules. It's "here's what will be uncomfortable, messy, inconvenient, and may send the wrong message to people around you". You can still choose to wear whatever you want.

[@Hatemtommy131313]

Super informative! Does that also apply for bands' t-shirts? or just brands?

[@projectpterodactyl81]

Thanks :) I've never thought about band t-shirts! That's such an interesting questions. I'm sure that everyone would have their own opinion on it, but personally I wouldn't class it the same as wearing a shirt with a huge brand logo all over it. I feel like when people are wearing bands' t-shirts it's more a way for someone to show their appreciation for that bands music rather than as "advertising".

[@MargoBTS]

+Project Pterodactyl thanks for the info, most of my wardrobe are band tshirts and stuff like that, I'm rather obsessive when it comes to my favorite bands and I feel amazing when I'm wearing a band shirt of a band I love!

[@whiskeyblack806]

@@MargoBTS Same for me!

[@karendrevo]

You mentioned dressing up your regular clothes. This is my first burn so can you give me some suggestions that I can do to have a costume without buying something expensive? Also, I don't have much room to bring things on the burner bus. Thanks!

[@missycheesehead6388]

Love your makeup! Beautiful work!

[@projectpterodactyl81]

thankyou :)

[@ccedsall]

Seventeen years ago on a company listserv (great company) I read a post titled "Who's going to Burning Man". Tonight I saw this string of youtube videos. I'm speechless (and saddened). How far we've come.

[@hayseman]

How cold does it get at night? Should I make warmer costumes for it?

[@hayseman]

Also your make up really brings out your beautiful blue eyes. :)

[@projectpterodactyl81]

It's more the extremes you need to be prepared for, so you might have some nights where it's not that cold and others where it's really cold. The coldest is usually about 40F (4C) but even if the temperature isn't too cold there could be wind which will make it feel a lot colder. If you're super active at night like dancing and running about then that'll keep you warmer as well. You'll want to be prepared for anything really, have some bits for nights when it's colder and some bits for when it's warmer. That's why a lot of people bring fur coats, it's easy to stick on on a chilly night, and you can leave it behind when it's not too cold.

[@ReadObituaries]

Is burning man fetish friendly? Meaning- could I dress in ABDL or as a sub/top as long as I stick to the rules?

[@iansergeant6838]

Yes

[@samanthawooton4844]

yes

[@stimulatemyexistence5669]

Yes

[@jahkope]

Wow, maybe it would be quicker to say what IS allowed.

[@jaisangellight]

What does moop mean?

[@StacyBS]

MOOP means "matter out of place" - in other words, anything that doesn't naturally belong in that environment. That includes feathers, sequins, bits of fur, cloth, cigarette butts, trash, oil, etc.

[@NoPainNoGain200]

Fashion faux pas! A big thank you 😊

[@fordhipo1493]

Yeah, uh...what if my pants fall off and I don't notice?

[@StacyBS]

Then you'd have been littering. Take your pants off intentionally and leave them in your camp.

[@ericaychan]

Your makeup looks amazing! I posted a video of what I'm planning on wearing - my first time! Great tips and love the video :)

[@projectpterodactyl81]

Thankyou. You got some amazing stuff! Those hats were so cute, I really like the lilac one.

[@princessevileyethezoo4196]

Glitter is allowed. My friend was on the clean up crew. They literally have a special rake for glitter in the sand.

[@Rnordinify]

princess evileye Just because they have a special rake doesnt mean its allowed. That means people still break the rules and wear glitter. It has to he cleaned up not to influence or change the protected environment.

[@VanessaDavis]

Is biodegradable glitter allowed?

[@ronaldowens5025]

The moment you said the words cultural appropriation and offend I realized how people that think along those lines have ruined what was once a great thing. First year firing of fully auto guns at junk cars in the desert. Now you cant where a logo.

[@gaychiappetta5817]

so over SJW and I'm would be considered a democratic socialist

[@kellystraky9938]

Your comment on cultural appropriation wasn't entirely accurate. Mardi Gras Feathers do come from Mardi Gras Native Americans. Just FYI. Knowledge is Power. Just like many tribes, Native American tribes of Louisiana were excluded and oppressed. Do you research before stating the fact. Much Love

[@nottheone582]

Kelly Straky isn't mardi gras based on creole tradition? So french and Spanish roots?

[@LakotaCat]

Some of the black people are descenents of Native Americans in that area BUT Madi Gras outfits have very little to do with Native American cultures. They took some very basic ideas and incorporated in with their own cultural styles.

[@eddiebaker3267]

Honestly, I have been interested in this in the past, even though I am not any sort of hedonist. BUT... I just can't imagine trying to have an enjoyable time with all the judgement and rules that seem to abound. Glitter falling on the floor? There isn't a floor. There is dust and dirt and dryness. And rules and judgement, and trucks bringing non-potable water and spraying it all over people, creating mud bogs... But NO GLITTER !!! And nobody pees on the dirt because it's against the rules? You are fooling yourself. I guess if one single blade of grass or natural bit of animal life showed up they would cancel everything and send everyone home? What happened to all those swarms of bugs that invaded. Wasn't that their home?

[@samanthawooton4844]

SO many incredible things happen at Burning Man. I hear what she is saying not as telling me that it is illegal to do these things, she is advising what to do if I want to be an incredibly respectful participant who wants the future of burning man to be successful and to keep continuing as long as possible! I know it seems like a lot her, however when I am there and just have already kept these things in mind when preparing, there is sooo much more to it! To the thing about water on the floor, if you go I think you will quickly realize why. If everyone even peed on the floor once it would be a gnarly mess. Keeping the water off of the floor is easy though. I barely even had to think about it because I just got used to it!

[@anthonykaye3292]

There is no such thing as cultural appropriation...because EVERYTHING is cultural adoption and absorption.

[@cascaproditor3130]

If you're not native, don't wear regalia. Easy. Done.

[@cascaproditor3130]

jestersMadhouse Huh, you must not get it. The point is, my regalia is important to me, to my family, and to my people. It's a way that we communicate and celebrate and pray, and it's fucking disrespectful to wear it. So, for the sake of not being a prick, don't do it. It's an easy way to save money and not look like an ass too.

[@panteremilyep]

Appropriation is where you're disrespectful to other cultures. Yes, there is such a thing.

[@lunachilde2000]

Casca Proditor I'll wear what the fuck I please mk?thaaaaaanks

[@LakotaCat]

Such B.S. You don't have a clue.

[@mojavered.]

Too many rules!

[@catalinaqueen9672]

Why is it OK to wear fur to Burning Man? Besides being really offensive to many people, it's probably the most ridiculous fabric?skin to wear in the desert. It's impossible to get the playa dust out of a fur coat, so basically it's just getting ruined anyway. A practical way to stay warm in the desert, it is not. Just wondered how this awful trend started. It's Aug. 31, things should be burning brightly out there. Hope you had a great time!

[@alexhirka]

I'd say the vast majority is faux-fur.

[@silentblackhole]

rules rules rules.... but have fun and do whatever you want! All this talk about MOOP etc makes it sound like a cult. It's just a gathering of people trying to have a good time.

[@whiskeyblack806]

The entire reasoning & concept behind Burning Man has obviously gone right over your head.

[@silentblackhole]

Whiskey Black Oh right, the concept is rules..

[@samanthawooton4844]

SO many incredible things happen at Burning Man. I hear what she is saying not as telling me that it is illegal to do these things, she is advising what to do if I want to be an incredibly respectful participant who wants the future of burning man to be successful and to keep continuing as long as possible! I know it seems like a lot her, however when I am there and just have already kept these things in mind when preparing, there is sooo much more to it!

[@thomasklidonas6639]

You talk too much

[@LostieTrekieTechie]

Tomas Klidonas then go watch some other video

[@roblakesley5458]

Go watch a teletubbies video you communist lemming..