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Because if you're trying to travel light then maybe it's all you've got?

I travel light and wear my wellies to the festival but have some converse tied to my rucksack which I will then wear unless it rains.

 

That being said, I'm not bothered by what people wear/don't wear. Although I do find the idea of paying more than ten pounds a bit weird for wellies but then if you care about being fashionable and wearing the 'in' thing then to that person it isn't weird.

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I travel light and wear my wellies to the festival but have some converse tied to my rucksack which I will then wear unless it rains.

 

That being said, I'm not bothered by what people wear/don't wear. Although I do find the idea of paying more than ten pounds a bit weird for wellies but then if you care about being fashionable and wearing the 'in' thing then to that person it isn't weird.

I paid 20 for my last pair from tk maxx, but they we're pretty comfy and done me 3-4 festivals

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I wear my wellies in, you never know what might happen to change the mud situation on arrival ie lots of people walking through the gates but keep a pair of semi waterproof trainers in my bag to swap too. They aren't the most fashionable sneakers about but I don't give a shit if I'm comfy, feet aren't unnecessarily being weighed down & you can walk around more quickly.

 

Ex-missus had Croc boots, really light but relatively expensive for what you get but she was happy with not having to wear heavy boots. She wore cheap Primark pumps if it was hot but they used to quickly get ruined after a summer & soaked up water like a sponge. She also looked stupid wearing socks with them.

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This is the thing that worries me most about being a glasto newbie... Are the regulars really that bothered and judgemental about what people wear? I was going to treat myself to a new pair of wellies with a 'particular brand name' since they're trusted and might actually last the week. God help me if I wear them if it's dry now, I must only care about being fashionable :O

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I paid 20 for my last pair from tk maxx, but they we're pretty comfy and done me 3-4 festivals

I paid £7 for mine from Oswald and Bailey camping shop. They are very comfy and have so far been used at 10 festivals including Glastonbury and Bestival.

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This is the thing that worries me most about being a glasto newbie... Are the regulars really that bothered and judgemental about what people wear? I was going to treat myself to a new pair of wellies with a 'particular brand name' since they're trusted and might actually last the week. God help me if I wear them if it's dry now, I must only care about being fashionable :O

Wear what you like, it's your festival as much as anyone else's. I would say though that my £7 plain black Dunlop wellies have done me proud over the years. I've never personally been interested in following fashions partly because I do not like 'society' sort of dictating to me what I should or should not wear but that being said, if you like following the trends, then who am I to poo poo that. You do whatever feels good for you udders :)

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That's made me feel tons better,thanks guys :)

My other half got a pair of Dunlop wellies for leeds a couple of years ago sime and they're still in one piece so I might get a some to test through the winter!

Glad you are feeling more upbeat! I'm a naturist and whenever I go nude at Glastonbury, no one ever minds. It's the same with fashion. So just go for it!

 

Do try the Dunlops! Wellies made from the same rubber as tyres has to be a good thing doesn't it!? I'm going to go with yes! Oh and welcome to the forum! It is a funny old place...! Enjoy :)

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Another joy of taking my caravan is that I can take a range of footwear - from waterproof walking shoes, through waterproof walking boots to wellies.  I've rarely had to resort to the wellies.  Generally it's walking boots for everyday use.

Whatever your choice of footwear good socks are essential.  And sod style - wet or sore feet are no fun, so take what's comfortable and wear them in first.

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