If there was something though that Londoners agreed on, it would be that the city dresses for the weather. However, it does rain quite a bit and when it is hot, it can be scorching — sometimes both on the same day. So, let me dole out some tips on how to pack your backpack to be fashionable, casual, and comfortable throughout the year in London… read on! As usual, I need to emphasize that comfortable shoes are essential to navigating London without losing your sanity.
Leave the flip flops and sneakers back home! Personally, I love autumns in London. Their range of jackets have been specifically designed with traveling in mind and include RFID security to protect your passport information , 23 secure pockets and personal connectivity integration. Shoes to pack for the United Kingdom The best way to see many of the sites in the UK is to walk, and good quality lightweight but smart walking shoes are recommended.
For comfort and style we recommend Hotter shoes , and they have something to suit all occasions. Save your high heels for the evenings. Pack for the weather The weather can be changeable in the UK, from day to day and even hour to hour — it's not unknown to experience all four seasons in one day.
Pack a lightweight raincoat and travel umbrella whatever time of year you visit, even in the summer. In the cooler months of November, December, January, February and March a warm coat, gloves, warm hat and a scarf are essential — and layer up. Stay warm with a big ole Tartan scarf I love a chunky scarf, and Tartan is standard London.
Stay dry with a pair of Wellies Wellies are what the English call tall rain boots like these ones that Alexandra from Lovely Pepa is wearing, and with so much rain in London, every Londoner owns a pair. Love 4 Share Tweet Share Pin. Jess Dante, Founder. Search this site Search. Jessica Dante 2. Jessica Dante 4. Ashlee Moyo. Manon Margaretha says:. September 9, at pm. Jess says:. Sharon says:. April 1, at am. May 4, at am. October 12, at am. October 13, at am.
Andrew Pletcher says:. February 12, at pm. February 19, at am. I normally love all your packing lists, but that London Autumn one makes me cringe! Any chance you can throw together? I would not be caught dead in s 3 — 9 with the exception of a long sleeve sweater…just not THAT long sleeve sweater.
I usually get so inspired by your lists. Please help! Thanks for the feedback Courtney! I observed many being blown inside out. If you have a hood and or a scarf you will be fine. I live in London. Always remember to bring some kind of a jacket no matter how warm it might be where you are coming from. Even in the depths of summer there usually is a bit of a cool breeze, especially in the shade and after dark.
Tubes can be boiling and walking by the river chilly! I always put my tablet or laptop into a bag that I can put it next to me on the plane. I use a carry on luggage for days but 2 weeks defo a big suitcase. I would recommend also if you have young kids pack their clothes in a suitcase at a time 2 sets a clothes in a suit case for the kids sharing.
For girls defo have their own suitcase because they have more stuff than boys.. Hi, we are travelling to London on the 4th of august and staying for 4 nights and then heading off to Germany for 4 days.
We are then heading off to U S to for couple of weeks I am a bit of a fashionista and need to know what sort of shoes, clothes etc. We will be away for amonth before returning home.
Please help. Hi Dimpy, sorry to have missed your question! Hi, we are travelling to London on the 25th of June and staying with family for 4 nights and then heading off to Paris for a week. We are then returning to London for a week and hiring a car to explore some ancestry out in the country for another week.
Warwickshire, Cornwall, Bath,. A few more places before we get back to Sidcup. I am a bit of a fashionista and need to know what sort of shoes, clothes etc. We will be away for amonth before returning home to Adelaide Australia. Hie Sue, looks like you found the right article to help you pack. Hi Ayesha. I always recommend checking the extended forecasts on weather. Have fun! I have a medium size northface Jacket I plan on wearing while touring and sightseeing!!
Would a jacket of that size would be appropriate for that time of year in England,will the weather be to warm?? Please help!! Great tips for travel, thanks so much! I will be in Ireland late April-early May and was wondering about tall boots. Is it too late to still wear these at that time, or would it be best to stick with an ankle boot?
Thanks for the advice! Perhaps boots with no heel for walking and with a heel to dress up? Hi, question about shoes for London in August. Would you recommend bringing shoes a little warm for walking around at night and or weather? Hi Ricki, I think boat shoes sound perfect however it does get cold and it does rain — year round. I have a feeling that those particular ones came from New Look, a clothes shop in England.
Great post! I love how there is an umbrella for every season… it really is an essential! Your email address will not be published.
Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. TT on April 19, at pm. Jenny on February 28, at am. Sally on February 26, at pm. How up-to-date is this information? Are these fashions current for September ? Zsanett on February 13, at am. Georgina on December 1, at pm. Tracy on November 13, at pm. Thank you! Lindsey Graham on August 29, at am. Glad we could help Lindsey! Daisy on May 13, at pm.
Is shorts and T-shirt appropriate for London around July and August? Or do I need to wear pants to avoid mosquitoes? Courtney on April 29, at am. Susan on April 5, at am. Thanks for the feedback!
JE on December 30, at pm. Great tips, thank you!
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