Every year, the Austin City Limits Music Festival wraps up, leaving us reflecting on the incredible experiences and, of course, the unique style on display. Beyond the headliners and musical performances, ACL offers a vibrant tapestry of personal expression, particularly through fashion. Returning to capture the festival’s atmosphere for another year, photographer Ryder Blue Cavazos provides a fresh perspective, highlighting the often-overlooked element of street style that makes ACL so visually captivating.
For Ryder, documenting ACL is more than just a music event; it’s an opportunity to explore the intersection of personal style and collective joy. Her lens focuses not only on the musicians but also on the festival-goers themselves, capturing the diverse and dynamic fashion choices that define the ACL experience. Through her photographs, we are reminded that music festivals are cultural moments where individual personalities shine through clothing and accessories.
A young woman with braids and sunglasses smiles while wearing a colorful patterned top and denim shorts at the Austin City Limits Music Festival 2024, showcasing vibrant festival street style.
Ryder’s words echo this sentiment: “Shooting ACL is always so much fun for me. I get to really expand my horizons and knowledge with photography… I also love getting to learn more about what goes into the mechanics to create a successful music festival. I love taking photos of the positives around me, whether that’s the people or the joyful moments I experience and get to capture. I also love taking photos of those with bright personalities, whether that’s being shown through their clothing or their smiles.”
This year, despite the Texas heat, weekend one of ACL was a showcase of bold and breezy street style. Attendees embraced comfort and individuality, creating a visually exciting landscape that complemented the music. From bohemian dresses to edgy streetwear, the festival grounds became a runway for self-expression.
A festival attendee in a stylish white dress and cowboy boots walks through the Austin City Limits Music Festival 2024, embodying chic western-inspired street style.
Two friends in coordinated casual festival outfits, one in a graphic tee and shorts and the other in a tank top and patterned pants, pose at Austin City Limits 2024, displaying relaxed street style.
A woman with bright pink hair and a black crop top smiles at the camera amidst the crowd at ACL 2024, highlighting bold and individualistic festival street style.
A close-up shot captures a person's stylishly accessorized hand holding a drink at Austin City Limits 2024, emphasizing detail in festival street style.
A man in a patterned shirt and hat enjoys the music at Austin City Limits Music Festival 2024, showcasing laid-back and expressive men's festival street style.
A festival-goer in a vibrant orange top and denim skirt dances at Austin City Limits 2024, exemplifying energetic and colorful festival street style.
A wide shot shows the diverse crowd at Austin City Limits Music Festival 2024, illustrating the variety of street styles present at the event.
A person in a floral dress and sunglasses stands in front of the stage at ACL 2024, representing classic and feminine festival street style.
A smiling woman in a black tank top and layered necklaces poses at Austin City Limits 2024, demonstrating minimalist yet chic festival street style.
A group of friends dressed in fashionable festival attire walk together at Austin City Limits 2024, displaying coordinated and trendy street style.
A festival attendee in a colorful crochet top and denim shorts stands out in the crowd at ACL 2024, embodying unique and handcrafted festival street style.
A person wearing a stylish hat and sunglasses enjoys the atmosphere at Austin City Limits Music Festival 2024, showcasing fashionable accessories in festival street style.
A blurry shot captures the energy of dancing crowds at Austin City Limits 2024, with hints of dynamic and movement-focused festival street style.
A festival-goer in a band tee and ripped jeans embodies a classic rock-inspired street style look at Austin City Limits 2024.
A person in a long, flowing patterned dress walks through the festival grounds at ACL 2024, showcasing bohemian-inspired festival street style.
A low-angle shot emphasizes a person's stylish platform boots at Austin City Limits 2024, highlighting footwear as a key element of festival street style.
A group of friends in diverse and colorful outfits pose together at Austin City Limits 2024, celebrating varied and expressive festival street styles.
A person in denim overalls and a bucket hat represents a trendy and casual street style at Austin City Limits 2024.
A side profile shot captures a person with colorful face paint at Austin City Limits 2024, showcasing artistic and decorative festival street style elements.
A person in a simple black dress and layered jewelry stands amongst the festival crowd at ACL 2024, illustrating understated yet fashionable festival street style.
A close-up of a person's patterned pants and sneakers at Austin City Limits 2024, focusing on patterns and comfortable footwear in festival street style.
A person in a tie-dye shirt and shorts embodies a relaxed and vibrant festival street style look at Austin City Limits 2024.
A person wearing a stylish wide-brim hat and sunglasses at Austin City Limits 2024, highlighting sun protection as fashionable festival street style.
A person in a denim jacket and shorts walks through the Austin City Limits festival grounds, showcasing versatile and practical festival street style.
A group of friends in coordinated and colorful outfits pose together at ACL 2024, celebrating friendship and expressive festival street style.
Two people in contrasting black and white outfits stand out in the crowd at Austin City Limits 2024, demonstrating monochromatic and bold festival street style choices.
A person in a stylish jumpsuit and boots stands confidently at Austin City Limits 2024, embodying chic and modern festival street style.
A wide shot shows the crowd and stage at Austin City Limits 2024, with glimpses of various street styles amidst the festival atmosphere.
A person in a stylish bandana and sunglasses enjoys the music at Austin City Limits 2024, accessorizing for both fashion and function in festival street style.
A person in a mesh top and shorts showcases a trendy and breathable festival street style outfit at Austin City Limits 2024.
A person in a vibrant patterned dress and sandals dances at Austin City Limits 2024, exemplifying free-spirited and comfortable festival street style.
A person with glitter makeup and a stylish top stands out in the crowd at Austin City Limits 2024, highlighting glamorous and sparkling festival street style.
A person in a black and white patterned outfit poses at Austin City Limits 2024, demonstrating bold and graphic festival street style.
A person in a colorful patterned shirt and shorts smiles at the camera at Austin City Limits 2024, showcasing playful and vibrant festival street style.
A person in a white crop top and denim shorts represents a classic and casual festival street style look at Austin City Limits 2024.
A person in a stylish hat and flowing top walks through the crowd at Austin City Limits 2024, embodying elegant and flowing festival street style.
A person in a denim jacket and baseball cap represents a sporty and casual street style at Austin City Limits 2024.
Photographers Ryder Blue Cavazos and Daniel Cavazos are pictured at Austin City Limits 2024, capturing their roles in documenting festival street style and culture.
Ryder’s photos from ACL weekend one offer a glimpse into the diverse and exciting street style of 2024. They remind us that festival fashion is about more than just trends; it’s about expressing joy, individuality, and the unique spirit of the event itself. As festival season continues, ACL sets a high bar for creative and authentic personal style.
