The content creator takes L'OFFICIEL along on his ultra-chic festival weekend.&nbsp;

Coachella may be famous around the world for its iconic boho-inspired fashion, but this year, our favorite style icons are switching it up. Among those leading the charge is Rickey Thompson, who sported a series of muted monochromatic looks all weekend long.
For many Coachella attendees, going all in on vibrant, maximalist looks is the name of the game, but as any fan knows, self-expression and personal style are the core of Thompson's ethos. From ultra-cool layered looks to keep warm during chilly desert nights to minimalist denim moments, Thompson brought his signature flair to the festival, where he enjoyed the high-energy sets in style.&nbsp;
Ahead of the festival's first weekend, Thompson talked all things Coachella, including must-have products to thrive in the desert heat, his lineup of looks, and the most highly anticipated sets. Below, see our full conversation with the Internet's favorite style icon.&nbsp;

Rickey Thompson at weekend one of Coachella 2026. Courtesy of Ricky Thompson.

L&rsquo;OFFICIEL: Walk us through your looks for the weekend. What was the vision, and how long did it take to pull together?
RICKEY THOMPSON: This year, I went for very simple looks, wearing only black and grays. It took me about 2 hours to put these looks together, but every look came out perfect, and I was truly happy with them. &nbsp;
L&rsquo;O: Are there any Coachella style icons or go-to sources of inspiration you look to for festival looks?
RT: Rihanna, of course! I feel like she always gets it when it comes to Coachella.

L&rsquo;O: Which artist are you actually running across the desert to see?
RT: Foster the People. This band reminds me of the best part of my teenage years. Their song "Houdini" is my favorite! I will not be missing them.
L&rsquo;O: Festival survival essentials&mdash;what&rsquo;s always in your bag?
RT: Always have some lip balm handy! The desert is dry, and you don&rsquo;t want those lips dry either! Always make sure you have Chapstick.
L&rsquo;O: What&rsquo;s a hot take you have about Coachella that people might disagree with?
RT: Sometimes people say that Coachella is always hot. I disagree with that because when that sun sets, it&rsquo;s like winter in the desert, so make sure you dress for that.

Rickey Thompson (right) at weekend one of Coachella 2026. Courtesy of Ricky Thompson.

L&rsquo;O: How do you recharge in between sets or days to keep your energy up throughout the festival?
RT: I love to get some good food, just sit in the grass, and chill. You're on your feet all day, so you must take a sit!

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