Hunter Original Tall Rain Boots

The classic tall rubber boot of festival field photos, and the reason is practical: when the paths turn to ankle-deep soup, only a tall rubber boot keeps your socks dry. Each pair is assembled by hand from more than 28 individually shaped parts, and the sole grips well with good support underfoot for long days standing at a stage. Wear them on the walk in rather than packing them, since boots are the heaviest thing you would otherwise carry. Two honest drawbacks: they are not insulated, and they can get sweaty on a hot afternoon, so pack a pair of light sneakers for the dry days.