The Fashion-Person Guide to Mexico City: Where to Stay, Dine, Shop and Go

“Mexico City is not as hot as people think, informs Maceda. “For this city you have to prepare to experience all types of weather in the same day from hot, to cold, to rainy, to sunshine again almost always. I would pack a long poplin dress, ankle boots, and light jacket or jumper. You don’t see a lot of people walking around in shorts or strappy tops showing off too much skin.” 

With an altitude of over 7,000 feet, the mountain climate is far from the vision of hot and humid beaches that most of us associate with Mexico. It means that it can get warm during the day but quite chilly at night, making layering a must. A hat is helpful to shield off the sun, says Villanti, which, again, due to elevation can be strong and if you’re like her, an oversized button-down to wear with shorts, pants, over tanks, etc. is always suitcase-bound.

Who What Wear Travels Tip: Mexico is a walking city, Martinez de Salas insists, so wear comfortable clothes and shoes and helps avoid traffic.