Hot Girls Wear Earplugs to Festivals — Here Are Our Favorites
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Your perfect festival outfit is missing one crucial accessory: earplugs. While they might not be the sexiest detail to integrate into your festivities, with high volumes and days-long programming, earplugs are a must for concerts and festivals alike. "Everyone should wear earplugs to concerts, as the majority of concerts are at or above the maximum level for safe listening (generally [around] 90 decibels or higher, given how long most concerts last)," says LA-based AuD Anish Thakkar. Even if you're reluctant in the moment, your future self will thank you.
That said, not all earplugs are created equal — nor are they all designed for live music. To choose the best ones for festivals (versus something like sleep), consider factors like cost, comfort, attenuation (amount of volume reduction), size, and overall aesthetic. Thakkar explains that for festivals or concerts, you'll likely be dealing with flat-cut or filtered earplugs (as opposed to full block earplugs) as these "deliberately allow a vent to send air through a filter, set to allow a specific amount of soundwaves." This means you'll still be able to hear the music, only at a safer level.
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Anish Thakkar, AuD, is the director of audiology at the Los Angeles Center for Hearing & Balance.
In Thakkar's opinion, nothing beats custom-fitted concert or musicians' earplugs. These plugs are "form-fitted to your individual ear canal," and vented with 10dB, 17dB, or 26dB filters for less audio distortion and a better listening experience overall. "Essentially, you can enjoy the concert the way it was meant to be enjoyed, while still protecting your hearing," he says.
For more specific recs, read on to shop some of the best (and most aesthetically pleasing) earplugs that fit this criteria. Because in 2025, we're proving you can protect your hearing and look good while doing it.
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Most Aesthetic Earplugs For Festivals: Loop x Coachella Experience 2
Loop x Coachella Experience 2 ($40)
Inspired by the California desert sky, these dreamy gradient earplugs from Loop are both functional and fashionable. They're also Coachella's first ever earplug partner, meaning they'll be sold at Coachella weekend one and two. The plugs filter out 17dB of noise and come with four different ear tips so you can adjust for the most comfortable fit.
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Most Discreet Earplugs For Festivals: Eargasm High Fidelity
Eargasm High Fidelity Earplugs ($42)
Made from hypoallergenic silicone, these plugs enable you to hear the music without damaging your hearing. With up to 21dB of noise reduction, the protection is legit, and we love all the fun colorways and waterproof aluminum case for convenient storage. "These earplugs are a total game-changer if you're tired of walking out of concerts with your ears ringing like a fire alarm," one reviewer wrote. "These earplugs lower the volume but keep the sound clear as day. It's like someone just turned the knob down instead of muffling everything."
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Most Affordable Earplugs For Festivals: Etymotic ER20XS
Etymotic High-Fidelity Earplugs ($19) Don't let the price fool you. These earplugs provide 20dB of sound reduction, making them a great choice for concerts or festivals. They're also discreet, affordable, and reviewers say they feel comfortable even for hours at a time. Just note that these plugs only come in one size (and may be too small for some).
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Most Filtered Earplugs For Festivals: Hears Plus
Hears Plus, Burgundy Breeze ($42, originally $49)
If you're looking for true noise reduction, Hears has you covered. These plugs feature 25dB sound reduction, four tip sizes, and even come with their own keychain carry case (so you don't have to worry about losing them mid-festival). We also love the six chic colorways, and the convenient cleaning kit you can buy separately.
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Most Versatile Earplugs For Festivals: Zound
Zound Earplugs ($30, originally $50)
These earplugs tick a lot of boxes. Not only do they boast up to 21db of noise reduction, but they're also on the affordable side, with two sizes of shells and a carrying case included. "Fits great and comfortably," one reviewer wrote. "As someone who goes to concerts and works at concerts it's great to have any kind of protection for my ears."
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Best Customizable Earplugs For Festivals: Earpeace Music Pro
Earpeace Music Pro Earplugs ($40)
These earplugs were created with live music in mind. They feature up to 24db of noise reduction (although you can choose different filters based on your preference), and an ultra-comfortable contour design. This brand also sends its earplugs in threes, so if you lose or drop an earplug at the festival, you'll still have a full set.
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Chandler Plante (she/her) is an assistant health and fitness editor for PS. She has over four years of professional journalism experience, previously working as an editorial assistant for People magazine and contributing to Ladygunn, Millie, and Bustle Digital Group.