Rave outfits are revealing partly for practical reasons: raves are hot and sweaty, people dance for hours, and too many layers can lead to overheating. Self-expression is a big part of rave style too. Plenty of ravers cover up, and the scene does not require skin.
Hypno Haze Women's Long Sleeve Bodysuit
Why do people barely wear clothes at raves?
Raves are hot. Crowded floors and hours of dancing make them hot and sweaty, and too many layers can lead to overheating.
Why do girls dress provocatively at raves?
Rave guides stress comfort, confidence and self-expression. Self-expression is a big part of rave style, and glitter, neon and bold looks are encouraged.
Kitten Eyes Women's 3pc Fishnet Set
What does PLUR have to do with rave outfits?
PLUR stands for Peace, Love, Unity and Respect. Our guide to what PLUR means covers the rest of the etiquette.
Ask before you touch.
Do you have to wear a revealing outfit to a rave?
No. There is no dress code at most raves beyond the venue's own rules, and plain tee and shorts looks are welcome too.
| Coverage | Example from our range | What the listing says |
|---|---|---|
| Most covered | Hypno Haze Long Sleeve Bodysuit + Cadet Camo Wide Leg Joggers | A more covered up option; breathable and flexible |
| A layer over less | Mystic Mushroom Mesh Bell Sleeve Shrug | Adds coverage to your upper body |
| Sheer | Mesh Bell Sleeve Gypsy Top | Pair with pasties |
| Least covered | Badinka EntwinedxKnot 3pc Black Mesh Layered Set | Layers tension and skin |
The Hypno Haze Women's Long Sleeve Bodysuit is a Rave Wonderland exclusive with long sleeves, a high mock neckline and a back zipper, and its listing calls it "a more covered up option." It comes in S to 3XL. Pair it with the Cadet Camo Unisex Wide Leg Joggers, which have a drawstring elastic waist and a polyester and spandex blend that the listing describes as breathable and flexible.
Cadet Camo Unisex Wide Leg Joggers
If you want something in between, layer. The Mystic Mushroom Women's Mesh Bell Sleeve Shrug is a flowy shrug with bell sleeves, and the listing says it is "perfect for layering and adding coverage to your upper body." Browse more pieces in our rave bodysuits and women's rave clothing.
Mystic Mushroom Women's Mesh Bell Sleeve Shrug
What do people wear under sheer rave tops?
Common options are pasties, a bralette or a bodysuit. The Mesh Bell Sleeve Gypsy Top is a long sleeve sheer lace top, and its listing suggests pairing it with pasties. It comes in black or white.
Our Brat Women's Black/Pink Glitter Heart Pasties come one pair to a pack. The listing says they use a hypoallergenic, latex-free medical grade adhesive and last for 10 to 12 hours. See the rest in our pasties collection.
Brat Women's Black/Pink Glitter Heart Pasties
What does a revealing rave outfit look like?
The Badinka EntwinedxKnot Women's 3pc Black Mesh Layered Set is one example. It has a sheer handwoven mesh shrug with finger loops, a cutout halter bra top that bares your sides, and micro shorts with attached mesh chaps.
Badinka EntwinedxKnot Women's 3pc Black Mesh Layered Set
The Kitten Eyes Women's 3pc Fishnet Set pairs a criss-cross bra top with a fishnet mini skirt with attached leg garters, layered over matching underwear. For a full head-to-toe plan, see our guide to what to wear to a rave.
