Should I bring jeans to Mexico?

What to Wear in Mexico. Mexican style includes everything from traditional dresses to fashionable jeans and stylish tops. Most Mexicans dress more modestly, including wearing jeans and pants even in the warmest months.



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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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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.

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Mexican Dress Culture There are no rules about what you must wear when visiting Latin American countries. But it helps to know the culture. Some parts of Latin America are more socially conservative. People tend to dress more modestly than in the US, especially in rural areas.

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Items Not Allowed in Mexico:
  • Guns or ammunition. ...
  • Pepper spray.
  • Lethal knives and machetes (anything over 8” is not allowed)
  • Live predator fish.
  • Totoaba fish (fresh or frozen)
  • Turtle eggs.
  • Poppy seeds or flour of poppy seeds.
  • Marijuana, medicinal marijuana, marijuana products, marijuana seeds or spores, or marijuana extracts.


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All your luggage including carry-ons will go through a scanner. Once you give your customs form (one per family) to the agent you'll be asked to press a button. A green light means go on ahead and if you get the red light the agents give your bags a more thorough inspection which usually take a couple minutes.

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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.

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Overall, Mexicans are very tolerant, especially towards foreigners. If you're a woman, a lot of people will tell you “don't wear shorts in Mexico because Mexican women rarely wear them” and that's true. But if shorts are what makes you feel comfortable, by all means wear them.

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Packing Checklist for Mexico City
  • Denim jacket / light jacket or sweater.
  • Jeans, leggings, or pants.
  • Cute tops.
  • Capris.
  • Flats or sandals – I prefer to wear closed-toe shoes since streets in big cities can crowded and dusty.
  • Sneakers for sightseeing.
  • Dress for going out.


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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.

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Passengers are allowed to bring, free of duty, merchandise in their personal luggage when entering the country. These include, among other things: Items for personal use, such as clothing and footwear.

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Different Regions of Mexico Some 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.

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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.

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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.

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They're the obvious comfy choice of clothing for a long flight - but next time you're heading on a break, you should think twice about wearing leggings for your flight. According to one aviation expert, they are one of the most dangerous things a passenger could wear if an emergency occurs onboard.

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Generally, customs officers may stop people at the border to determine whether they are admissible to the United States, and they may search people's belongings for contraband. This is true even if there is nothing suspicious about you or your luggage.

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You are allowed to bring enough medicine for the time period you will be in Mexico. If you are bringing an unusual quantity of medicine please bring a doctor's prescription just in case you need to prove the medicine is for your own consumption.

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