What to Wear to BASS IN THE GRASS: Darwin Festival Style Guide

When you're heading to BASSINTHEGRASS in Darwin, it’s more than just picking an outfit—it’s about beating the heat, staying sun-safe, and looking festival ready. With Splash Swimwear’s selection, you’ve got options that are stylish and practical. Here’s your ultimate guide to putting together a festival fit that works by day, under the stars, and in the tropical Top End climate.

Darwin Conditions: What to Plan For

  • Heat + sun: Move with 30+ °C days and strong UV rays. You’ll want breathable fabrics, sun protection, and light layers.

  • Humidity + dust: Picks that won’t cling or feel sticky as the day wears on.

  • Festival ground terrain: Grass, sand, maybe muddy patches during set-up or early rain—comfortable shoes are essential.

  • Evening comfort: Slight drop in temperature, but still warm. A lightweight cover-up or shacket can come in handy.

Outfit Ideas Powered by Splash Swimwear

Here are pieces you can pull straight from Splash’s collection to build your BASSINTHEGRASS outfits:

1. Swimwear As Tops

  • Seafolly bikini tops: Splash stocks Seafolly bracket, triangle, bandeau, and bralette styles in vibrant prints and block colours. 

    • Use one as a crop under an open shirt or wear over simple shorts for a breezy set.

 

  • One-piece suits from Seafolly, Sea Level, Baku: Great as bodysuits on their own. Splash carries these in many sizes. 

2. Shorts + Bottoms

  • Boardshorts and swim trunks: Fun for layering or as the bottom half of your festival look. Splash stocks men and women’s styles. 

  • Casual shorts & skirts: They also carry “clothing and accessories” suited to the tropical climate. 

3. Cover-ups & Shirts

  • Light dresses, midi skirts, linen shirts: Perfect for heat and stylish enough to wear from day to night. (Check “clothing” section on Splash) 

4. Accessories = Festival Essentials

  • Wide-brim hats, caps, bucket hats: For sun coverage plus style.

  • Sunglasses, sarongs, lightweight towels from Splash’s accessories range.

  • Footwear: Sport sandals, water-friendly shoes, or sneakers you don’t mind getting dusty.

Outfit Combinations & Tips

  • Beach-to-stage look: Seafolly bralette bikini top + lightweight linen shorts + open button-up shirt + sandals.

  • Statement one-piece: A bold Sea Level or Baku one-piece paired with a skirt or shorts, plus boots or comfy walking shoes.

  • Utility chic: Boardshorts + crop tank + oversized shirt used as a shrug.

  • Stay sun safe: Opt for UPF+ pieces, wide hats, and always reapply sunscreen.

Must-Have Quick Checklist

Item Why Bring It
Sunscreen SPF 50+ Darwin sun is intense
Reusable water bottle Stay hydrated all day
Light cover-up / overshirt Shade and evening wear
Comfy footwear For grassy, sandy, and dusty terrain
Sunglasses + hat Essential for UV protection
Small packable bag Carry essentials without bulk

Closing Thoughts

BASSINTHEGRASS is your chance to enjoy live music under the tropical sky—don’t let outfit regrets slow you down. With Splash Swimwear’s broad range—Seafolly, Sea Level, Baku, and more—plus their full clothing & accessories range for Darwin’s climate —you’ve got a treasure trove of styling possibilities.

Stay cool, stay sun safe, and most importantly—get ready to dance, splash, and make memories under the Northern Territory stars.

Stay cool, stay sun safe, and most importantly—get ready to dance, splash, and make memories under the Northern Territory stars.