some places in Mexico actually get snow! Even if your building a packing list for San Miguel de Allende in winter, you'll want to throw in some pants as the evenings can get cold. If you're visiting one of the fantastic Mexico beach destinations you can likely get away without them.
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What to Pack and Wear in Mexico City. Mexico City is a cosmopolitan city, but their street style is a little more casual and understated than you might expect. Jeans are definitely a staple, both for daytime wear and for evenings out with a jacket and nice top.
Because of the tropical locale, you're going to want a lot of bright colors or even bright white to stand out. This can include bright dresses, tops, and bathing suits. Mexican beachwear is pretty standard, and you don't need to dress fancy unless you're headed to a high-end beach club.
You'll want to bring clothes that are cozy and warm, but also stylish and colorful. Some good options are: A sweater or cardigan that you can layer over a shirt or dress. Jeans, pants or leggings that are snug and comfortable.
Women tend to wear loose sundresses and skirts with sandals, as it is still hot and humid in the evenings. Avoid wearing clothes that show your stomach or cleavage – particularly if you are planning to visit the more conservative rural parts of Mexico. A wrap is always good to help you cover up.
In Mexico City, people wear jeans year-round. It's never really so hot that you'd be uncomfortable in long pants. I personally wear jeans almost every single day of the year. With that being said, you can totally wear shorts, dresses, or skirts.
When you are in direct sunlight, wearing clothing shields your skin from the sun and keeps you cooler. So pants aren't going to be any warmer than shorts. You will see most desert hikers wearing long sleeves and pants. If you are hiking under shade all day, shorts and short sleeves will be cooler.
As Mexico's warmer beach temperatures don't fluctuate too much, sundresses, shorts, tank tops and sandals work pretty much all year-long. In the winter months, you might throw on a cardigan at night, but other than that, it's bathing suits and warm weather wear throughout the year.
Different Regions of MexicoSome cities will feel a little more conservative than others. For example, in Merida, where I am based, people are mostly Catholic and cover up quite a bit: booty shorts and a bra-like crop top will really make you stand out.
You don't need to go overboard with outwear in most parts of Mexico, but I'd recommend bring a light jacket or sweater for the evenings just in case. Evenings are generally balmy along Mexico's gorgeous coasts, but inland areas can get cooler.
The mere mention of Mexico is sure to evoke a laid-back atmosphere, tropical climate, and beautiful beaches. These things are not wrong as this country has always been a beach destination. In fact, wearing shorts, a t-shirt, sundresses, and even sandals are quite normal here.
Dinner in resort hotels tends to be smart casual and some restaurants will not allow shorts or camisoles. Women tend to wear loose sundresses and skirts with sandals, as it is still hot and humid in the evenings.
Do the clothing countdown: If you need a mantra to help streamline your wardrobe, use the 5, 4, 3, 2, 1 rule for a weeklong trip: Limit yourself to no more than five sets of socks and underwear, four tops, three bottoms, two pairs of shoes and one hat.
A lot of all-inclusive resorts have dress codes, especially at dinner time. Many require men to wear long pants, collared shirts and/or close-toed shoes. Without the proper attire you may be stuck eating at the buffet every night.