What trousers or pants to wear in Iceland is a question I get asked a lot and it's an important one. You'll need either waterproof over-pants or ski pants. I wore my ski pants which are black so I didn't look like I'd come straight off the piste.
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Yes, you can wear jeans in Iceland. The summer and shoulder seasons are especially good times to travel in your most comfortable pair. If you plan to go on an adventurous excursion, we recommend wearing the appropriate, activewear clothing.
Waterproof gear is the single most important thing you need to bring to Iceland. And not just a waterproof jacket — you need rain pants, waterproof hiking boots, and a waterproof backpack cover.
While in Iceland, it's likely you'll see locals wearing knitted wool sweaters that feature unique patterns. This traditional sweater is a “lopapeysa.” The lopapeysa isn't only a big part of Iceland winter fashion, but also a main piece of clothing in classic Iceland outfits no matter the season.
Leggings are ideal for Iceland, being both easy to layer and good for moving around in when you're doing some of the adventure activities. And unlike jeans, they dry easily. I chose to bring three different types: thermal, fleece-lined and normal cotton ones.
You should know that jeans are completely useless in Iceland and even more so in winter. They'll get wet when it rains (it will rain!) and you'll be cold and wet the whole day. You can still pack a pair of jeans to wear in the hotel in the evening but don't wear them for exploring during the day.
So bring along a travel towel– you'll want something small and packable you can throw in your backpack, but also something that will dry you off so you're not walking around the chilly hills of Iceland while sopping wet.
Once you hit the showers you have to wash with soap and without your swimsuit. Icelanders take swimming pool hygine very seriously, so don't think of trying to skip the showers! Leave your towel and shampoo in the nearby shelves.
Ladies can get away with jeans and a nice top, but if you want to impress, wear a dress or something trendy. Icelanders are stylish AF. Gentleman, dress smart casual - no hoodies, no sneakers, no t-shirts, no sweatpants. Like many cold places, it's ok to bring a big coat to stay warm as you make your way to the club.
Remember your locker number! Next step is to get naked and shower as showering in the nude is required before entering the Blue Lagoon pools (and all public pools in Iceland). So you will want to take off your clothes and grab your towel and swimsuit and head to the shower.
Light wool or fleece is recommended for activity in cold weather but heavier fleece, down, or PrimaLoft jackets are ideal for activity in freezing conditions. I personally choose to wear wool and from my experience, that's the option that keeps me the warmest.