Looking for catchy carnival outfits to compliment your fun spirited energy this festive season? We’ve rounded up 35+ show-stopping carnival looks that are guaranteed to make you the center of attention!
Whether your style preference is elegant glamor or wild maximalism, our outfit guide has something to suit every Rio-ready aesthetic! From vibrant gowns and playful co-ord sets to casual pieces like denim, find best picks for your next carnival!
1. Rainbow Net Skirt and Bodysuit
Attending the Rio Carnival means thousands of playful outfit styles to try! For starters, you can don this contrast combo with strappy heels.
2. Full Sleeved Maxi Flare Dress and Jeans
Create an old-fashioned Western-style hippie carnival outfit with a boho-print maxi dress by pairing it with skinny jeans and a cowboy hat!
3. Asymmetric Ruched Cut Out Bodycon Dress
With carnivals set in amusement parks, a pastel fit such as this one helps you blend right in! Add in casual sneakers to complete the look.
4. Strap Top and Sweatpants
Yup you read it! Sweatpants outfits for carnivals are the perfect blend of comfort and style and with a strap top such as this one, there’s so many jewelry options to style the look in.
5. Bell Sleeved V-neck Crop Top and Flared Leggings
Polka dots instantly bring in a vintage feel regardless of how you style them and this carnival combo paired with strappy flats is a hot pick!
6. Short Sleeved Striped Dress
When it’s a carnival you’re attending with family, these maxi dresses are stylish yet simple picks to try on! Hoop earrings will go well with this look.
7. Sleeveless Turtleneck, Mesh Puff Sleeved Top and High Waist Cigarette Pants
Layered looks like these make for cozy fall carnival outfits and a classic black and white combo does the fit major justice. Add in ankle boots that match as well.
8. Plunge Neck Bodysuit and Shorts
Since many carnivals are set in the summer, one of the comfiest looks that you can don are with these shorts. A floral bodysuit and gladiator flats make the look, a flattering one.
9. V-neck Loose Fit Top, Shorts and Crochet Shrug
When you have a statement crochet shrug such as this one, you can naturally pull off a carnival outfit fitting the countryside setting. Slouchy boots in tan shades match this look.
10. Cami Top and Tiered Maxi Skirt
A tiered skirt with an ethnic print + matching cami top? Name a cuter feminine carnival fit that can make you look effortlessly good. Strappy flats will go well with this one!
11. Lace Halter Neck Front Cut Out Midi Dress
Flaunt a chic bodycon dress such as this one on your next masquerade carnival bash with a hint of beaded jewelry and stiletto heels.
12. Pattern Bikini Top and Flared Pants
Break away from regular carnival fits with this combo and the highlight of the look, contrast roller skates! Of course, you’ll have to add in dangler earrings that match as well!
13. Maxi Button Down Tube Dress
If you want an outfit that can blend with the carnival theme, opt for this stylish gypsy fit. With fedora hats and lariat necklaces, you can accessorize the fit!
14. Full Sleeved Top and Pleated Maxi Skirt
While carnivals usually come with bright and colorful outfits, you can go for a gothic outfit with this combo paired with studded to stand out!
15. Long Sleeved Turtleneck Top and Side Slit Maxi Skirt
Top and skirt combos like these are stylish carnival fits when you don’t plan on indulging in the rides. Top it off with a fedora hat and matching boots for cooler weather.
16. Ribbed Top, Leather Skirt and Cropped Jacket
Put on an edgy alternative look with this urban carnival outfit! Perfect if the local event has small rock concerts or other music activities!
17. Loose Sleeved Crop Top and Denim Shorts
Funky prints match the crazy themes of carnival settings! So, pick a crop shirt in vibrant prints and pair it with casual denim shorts and casual sneakers to create a comfy yet edgy carnival outfit!
18. Striped Sweater and Skinny Jeans
A perfect outfit for cold weather carnivals! If neutrals like these are too bland, you could pick sweaters in vibrant colors and funky prints paired with fedora hats and mid calf boots to match the festive feel!
19. Faux Fur Collared Jacket, Mini Skirt and Solid T-shirt
A cute wintertime carnival look to try at a fair-like setting! This outfit will work well with long skirts as well when paired with lace up boots. And the Furry jacket will pair well with light costume jewelry!
20. Tank Top and Cargo Pants
A functional carnival fit that’s equal parts comfy and urban ! With contrast belts and mini gold hoop earrings, this simple look transforms into a fashionable outfit.
21. Striped Jumpsuits
Talk about a trendy carnival fit that is comfy to walk around in all night long! This one-piece outfit can be styled with casual sneakers to keep up that relaxed look.
22. Halter Strap Top and Flared Jeans
Try on this laid back look on your next carnival with contrast sneakers. Casual fits like these are perfect for indulging in rides and games.
23. Sleeveless Wide Neck Crop Top and High Waist Shorts
Cute carnival looks like these are fun to accessorize so don’t shy away from adding charm bracelets, leather belts and baseball caps that match!
24. Feather Tube Top and Ribbed Mini Skirt
Add tinted glasses and sleek costume jewelry to this combo to create a perfect Caribbean carnival outfit! This funky look will also work for electronic daisy carnivals!
25. Corset Top, High Waist Jeans and Leather Jacket
This edgy outfit transports you to the raving 80s in an instant and makes for a statement carnival look. You know what would work best with this fit? A matching ivy hat!
26. Front Cut Out Corset Top and Mini Vinyl Skirt
Kickstart your carnival party with this stellar club outfit that you can pair with vinyl boots and gold jewelry! To take the look up a notch, add in a crop leather jacket.
27. Bikini Set and Beach Shrug
Going to a local beach musical carnival ? Simple combos such as these will be perfect for! You can further accent the look with shell jewelry and straw hats!
28. Flare Sleeved V-neck Mini Dress
A goth look like this one can do wonders to fantasy inspired carnival apt costumes. Just add in a witch hat, corset belt and fishnet stockings for a spookier look.
29. Pattern Sweater, Jacket and Ripped Skinny Jeans
When you’re in the mood for something simple to try out at winter carnivals, go for this baddie carnival fit! With lace up boots, you have a neat look.
30. Hooded Drawstring Jacket, Ribbed Crop Top and Sweatpants
Urban fits at carnivals are common, but you can always bring in a personalized touch when you try on this layered combo with chain accessories.
31. Long Sleeved Linen Top and Denim Shorts
Donning ethnic print tops at carnivals are easily the most fashionable you can get with boho themes! To keep it simple, throw in denim shorts and complete the look with sneakers.
32. Pattern Kaftan Dress
Kaftan dresses such as these are fitting when you’re at a carnival with blazing hot weather and prefer a modest fit. You can style the dress with cuff bracelets and gladiator flats.
33. Thick Strap Crop Top and Asymmetric Maxi Dress
Need an indie-style outfit for your next carnival visit? Pair a long ethnic-print skirt with any strap crop top and accent it with costume jewelry and charm accessories.
