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  • We went to Coachella for the first time. Here are 7 items we're glad we brought and 5 things we regret not packing.

We went to Coachella for the first time. Here are 7 items we're glad we brought and 5 things we regret not packing.

Callie Ahlgrim,Courteney LaroccaApr 21, 2022, 05:13 IST

One of the authors, Callie Ahlgrim, photographed on day three of Coachella.Courteney Larocca

  • Insider's music team attended Coachella in Indio, California for the first time this weekend.
  • We rounded up seven items we're glad we brought, including a portable charger, lip balm, and bike shorts.
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A portable phone charger is a festival staple.

A portable charger from Bonai.Callie Ahlgrim

Lip balm is essential.

Glossier's Balm Dotcom in the shade Cookie Butter.Callie Ahlgrim
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Sunscreen is also a must-have, especially in small bottles that are easy to carry around.

Bottles of sunscreen from Coppertone and Tula Skincare.Callie Ahlgrim

Hand sanitizer was one of the things we used most.

Hand sanitizer from Bath and Body Works.Courteney Larocca
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Mini deodorant can be a life-saver.

Dove deodorant.Callie Ahlgrim

Bike shorts, especially ones with pockets, make it easier and more practical to wear a dress.

One of the authors, Courteney Larocca, wore bike shorts underneath dresses each day of the festival.Courteney Larocca
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A reusable water bottle is a necessity.

This water bottle is insulated to keep drinks cold.Courteney Larocca

After the first day at the festival, we went to the store for portable fans.

This mini fan came loaded with two triple-A batteries.Callie Ahlgrim
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We also bought gel shoe inserts to help ease our sore feet.

Cowboy boots were a very popular choice for footwear this year.Callie Ahlgrim

There were many times throughout the weekend when we wished we had ibuprofen.

Ibuprofen is a generic painkiller that can help relieve headaches and soreness.iStock/Getty Images Plus
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A parasol would've also been helpful.

A stylish Coachella attendee carrying a yellow parasol.Callie Ahlgrim

We regret not springing for preferred parking.

A photo of the walk to the festival from the parking lot.Callie Ahlgrim
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