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Every other summer, the sources of FOMO (fear of missing out) have reliably been trendy pools or trips to Montauk. Who would’ve guessed that the hottest spot this summer is actually your very own backyard? Forget chic dinner parties with place cards and any rooftop bar—all the cool New York City girls are gathering up stained T-shirts and old socks to throw tie-dye parties in the comfort of their own homes.
Perhaps inspiration came from the many tie-dye trends seen on the Spring runways. There was the blue Paco Rabanne look that caught everyone’s attention and the cheeky baby doll dresses at Stella McCartney, plus the pink tie-dyed Prada dress Gigi Hadid sported at Vogue’s Americans in Paris cocktail party.
But whatever is on their mood boards, the fashion crowd is tailoring dye parties of all kinds, from resident Vogue tie-dye fanatic Steff Yotka’s to Barneys New York fashion director Marina Larroudé’s at-home activities for her daughter. Designer Alejandra Alonso Rojas has been leading intimate silk dyeing classes using flower petals. If you’re looking to ascend the ranks of tie-dye life, consult Megan Mussari of Apprvl to teach you Japanese shibori indigo dyeing. “The indigo and shibori kit is not kids’ stuff. But if you’ve graduated from tie-dye squeeze bottles, have an outdoor space, and lots of time on your hands, it’s a fun and crafty way to spend a summer afternoon,” says Vogue Runway director Nicole Phelps, who dipped her toe in shibori dyeing last summer.
As for tie-dye activity tips from the pros? “Bring an old item to be customized, and have rubber bands, gloves, and a few white Hanes T-shirts [on hand]. It’s about being creative, having fun, and, of course, upcycling!” says Larroudé. If you want to get a bit more creative, follow publicist Tamara Choksey’s lead; her process involved a few unconventional items. “My boyfriend tie-dyed a pair of canvas Adidas Originals sneakers, which came out very cool. One of my friends did an entire set of linen napkins that I now covet!” she says. Mussari also suggests old sheets, to give them new life.
From actual dyes to drying racks and even tarps, find all the supplies you’ll need for your next tie-dye party below.
