London - clothes

[Anonymous]

Froze my ass off in London in July. Layers!

[Anonymous]

i am in the uk right now. People are dressed casually unless they are going to work. Only the really old fashioned people like my inlaws get dressed up just to go to the store. i see jeans, shorts, even some yoga type pants. Seriously, it's not that different to the US. And my dh is from the uk and he wears shorts everyday unless it's freezing.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:The only thing I would definitely do differently from the US is skirts instead of shorts when you don't want to wear pants (called trousers in the UK, "pants" refers to underwear). Pretty much only Americans wear shorts in Europe, though you might not care about that.

Also, when London is hot it's very sticky...so bring at least one or two things that will work if the weather shifts. Denim is generally fine in London, but you might want a go to evening outfit that isn't denim...some places have dress codes and overall people are more dressed up.

Um, no, this is absurd and ridiculous. I live in Europe, and my DH is British, and I can assure you that plenty of people in Europe wear shorts! In fact, I see MANY British girls/women wearing shorts: they even wear them in the Fall/"Autumn" with tights. Seriously, wear whatever you wear at home. In London, you'll see MANY people wearing all of the things that your American friends (who were in Europe once on a honeymoon or school trip 30 years ago, or who read books like French Women Don't Get Fat and think they are sophisticated to believe the far-out-of-date observations of what is "common" in Europe) tell you that Europeans don't wear.

Op here. Chill. Out. Seriously.

OP, what do you want? Off-base advice from American tourists, or authentic information from people in the know? I don't get the rude reaction to someone who is trying to help you.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:The only thing I would definitely do differently from the US is skirts instead of shorts when you don't want to wear pants (called trousers in the UK, "pants" refers to underwear). Pretty much only Americans wear shorts in Europe, though you might not care about that.

Also, when London is hot it's very sticky...so bring at least one or two things that will work if the weather shifts. Denim is generally fine in London, but you might want a go to evening outfit that isn't denim...some places have dress codes and overall people are more dressed up.

Um, no, this is absurd and ridiculous. I live in Europe, and my DH is British, and I can assure you that plenty of people in Europe wear shorts! In fact, I see MANY British girls/women wearing shorts: they even wear them in the Fall/"Autumn" with tights. Seriously, wear whatever you wear at home. In London, you'll see MANY people wearing all of the things that your American friends (who were in Europe once on a honeymoon or school trip 30 years ago, or who read books like French Women Don't Get Fat and think they are sophisticated to believe the far-out-of-date observations of what is "common" in Europe) tell you that Europeans don't wear.

Op here. Chill. Out. Seriously.

OP, what do you want? Off-base advice from American tourists, or authentic information from people in the know? I don't get the rude reaction to someone who is trying to help you.

Different poster. Read the post back "this is absurd and ridiculous" - you're using alarmist language. Its extreme and reactive, not the kind of language that works well in a note of help to someone. Tone it down a little and no one will think you are as rude.

[Anonymous]

Whatever it is make it black and you'll fit in. It's like one big emo country when it comes to clothing.

[Anonymous]

I'm watching Four Weddings and a Funeral, and Hugh Grant is wearing shorts and a button down short sleeve shirt. So there.

Was in London last June, and the weather changed dramatically during the day and week. Bring layers.

I thought it would be fancy, but everyone was dressed like people in DC. Seriously. Plenty of shorts and yoga pants. I spent plenty of time in non-touristy areas, and people were very casual.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:The only thing I would definitely do differently from the US is skirts instead of shorts when you don't want to wear pants (called trousers in the UK, "pants" refers to underwear). Pretty much only Americans wear shorts in Europe, though you might not care about that.

Also, when London is hot it's very sticky...so bring at least one or two things that will work if the weather shifts. Denim is generally fine in London, but you might want a go to evening outfit that isn't denim...some places have dress codes and overall people are more dressed up.

Um, no, this is absurd and ridiculous. I live in Europe, and my DH is British, and I can assure you that plenty of people in Europe wear shorts! In fact, I see MANY British girls/women wearing shorts: they even wear them in the Fall/"Autumn" with tights. Seriously, wear whatever you wear at home. In London, you'll see MANY people wearing all of the things that your American friends (who were in Europe once on a honeymoon or school trip 30 years ago, or who read books like French Women Don't Get Fat and think they are sophisticated to believe the far-out-of-date observations of what is "common" in Europe) tell you that Europeans don't wear.

Op here. Chill. Out. Seriously.

OP, what do you want? Off-base advice from American tourists, or authentic information from people in the know? I don't get the rude reaction to someone who is trying to help you.

Different poster. Read the post back "this is absurd and ridiculous" - you're using alarmist language. Its extreme and reactive, not the kind of language that works well in a note of help to someone. Tone it down a little and no one will think you are as rude.

Oh please, I thought the post was fine, and honest and to the point. Read it in Dame Maggie's voice and it is perfectly acceptable advice.

[Anonymous]

I'm in London now.

Temperatures are mixed. Its much cooler, degree wise, compared to DC. However, 75-80 F in London can feel very hot, especially on a crowded tube. At the same time, it can be quite cool at night, and I was just out tonight wearing a light spring jacket.

Definitely bring an umbrella or some rain gear, as well as layers so you can dress across temperatures.

[Anonymous]

Just came back. You definitely need layers.It was cold in the morning and warmer in the afternoon. People dress pretty much like they dress here, so don't feel like you have to dress up. Shorts can be cute when they are the right kind and so can be sneakers. Be comfy and enjoy!