What to Pack for a Film Festival

Ten essentials to keep you organized and after-party ready.

Fashion and Function - Whether you’re heading to the Sundance Film Festival  (which kicks off on January 16) or a smaller festival in your hometown this spring, you’ll need to be prepared. We’ve got you covered with our top picks to help keep you stylish, organized and after party ready. By Britt Middleton We love a good handbag as much as the next gal, but lugging an overstuffed bag around for hours is a drag. A chic backpack, like this one from Tory Burch, distributes weight more evenly. Trust us, your back and shoulders will thank you. (Photo: Tory Burch)
Shoes That Don't Hurt - For day, a stylish, low-heeled boot like the “Tiarraa” by Steve Madden is perfect for standing in line for tickets or browsing the gifting suites. (Photo: Steve Madden)
Cute Cover-Up - Lafayette 148 New York’s zippered cable knit capelet will certainly come in handy in those chilly theater screening rooms. (Photo: Lafayette 148 New York)Stay Connected - If the festival you’re attending has a mobile app, use it! They’re great resources for information about featured films, festival events and last-minute changes to schedules. (Photo: Sundance Institute)

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Fashion and Function - Whether you’re heading to the Sundance Film Festival  (which kicks off on January 16) or a smaller festival in your hometown this spring, you’ll need to be prepared. We’ve got you covered with our top picks to help keep you stylish, organized and after party ready. By Britt Middleton We love a good handbag as much as the next gal, but lugging an overstuffed bag around for hours is a drag. A chic backpack, like this one from Tory Burch, distributes weight more evenly. Trust us, your back and shoulders will thank you. (Photo: Tory Burch)

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