How To Pack For Paris In July

What To Pack For Paris In July

If your summer plans include a trip to Paris in July and you are wondering what to pack, I have you covered in today’s post.

Summer in Paris is magical and July is no exception, with mild weather, and longer days, you will have plenty of nice days to explore and wander the city of light.

Knowing what to pack for your summer trip to Paris will help you feel relaxed, chic, and comfortable.

Weather In Paris In July

Weather in Paris can always be unpredictable but usually during the month of July, it’s a bit mild with temperatures ranging from the 60s in the early mornings to the high 70s or 80s by the end of the month.

It’s a good idea to always pack layers for Paris because one day it can be cool and cloudy. By the next day, it can be warm and sunny, and you end up hot by the middle of the day.

There are few rainy days this month although it’s always a good idea to pack an umbrella and maybe a rain jacket with you to Paris. Normally, a trench is always a great idea for Paris but you can probably leave it at home during July.

Is July A Good Time To Visit Paris

July is a great time to visit Paris as the summer days are longer and the sun doesn’t set until almost 10 PM. This means you have long sunny days, and more time to sit at a café and linger or picnic on the lawn of the Eiffel Tower as the lights start to sparkle.

However, July is also one of the busiest times to visit Paris, as this is peak tourist season. Just keep in mind, you will have longer lines, busier restaurants, and prices will be higher in general.

What To Pack For Paris

Knowing how to pack for Paris in July can be a bit tricky sometimes, but follow these tips to help on your trip.

When I pack for Paris, I prefer to blend in and look more like a local. I tend to stick with a neutral color palette but also pack versatile items which you can easily mix and match to look chic and classic during the summer season and July.

Pack a mix of trousers, dresses, skirts, and maybe a pair of jeans or two. Parisians don’t necessarily wear a lot of shorts however on days when the weather is unbearable hot, you might see them in shorts.

However, keep the short shorts at home and instead go for a longer pair of Bermuda shorts in cotton or linen.

Also, keep your athleisurewear at home as this is not acceptable to walk around Paris if you want to look more like a local.

Neutral Outfits To Wear In Paris

Packing a neutral color palette and basics will help to make packing for Paris easier for several reasons. You can easily mix and match pieces to provide maximum versatility. This way you can plan out more outfits as well.

Clothing Fabrics To Pack For Paris

Since it will be the summer season and still warm, you want to consider the types of fabrics you are packing for Paris.

Choose lightweight fabrics such as linen or poplin cotton for tops and bottoms. You don’t want to pack anything too heavy. It’s also a good idea to always pack layers when visiting Paris.

You can easily wear a lightweight jacket in the morning and take it off by the afternoon, as the day heats up. Or, pack a few silk camis or tank tops to layer under a linen blazer or button-down top.

Shoes To Pack For Paris In The Summer

Since Paris is a walking city with cobblestone streets, you want to make sure you pack comfortable walking shoes. Leave the flip-flops and stilettos at home because you won’t want those.

These days it is completely acceptable to wear sneakers in Paris and you will see all the Parisians wearing them. Go for brands like Adidas, Converse, or French brand VEJA. You will also see American brands like NIKE and New Balance sneaking their way onto the Parisian scene as well.

22 Pieces To Pack For Paris

1. Banana Republic Linen Vest
2. J.Crew Collarless Denim Jacket
3. Frank & Eileen Button Down
4. Banana Republic Dress
5. MANGO Floral Skirt
6. J.Crew Slides
7. J.Crew Linen Skirt
8. Loewe Raffia Bag
9. Castaner Espadrilles
10. Banana Republic Linen Top
11. Frank & Eileen Cotton Button Down
12. Everlane Puff Sleeve Linen Top
13. Cuyana Silk Cami
14. Banana Republic Navy Top
15. VEJA
16. Alex Mill Twill Pants
17. MANGO Linen Pants
18. Boden Navy Linen Skirt
19. MOTHER Denim
20. J.Crew Edie Bag
21. J.Crew Metallic Sandals
22. Boden Stripe Dress

TOPS

Take a mixture of short sleeve and a few button-down tops as well to Paris in July. Go for linen or poplin cotton to stay cool, chic, and comfortable while walking the city.

DRESSES AND SKIRTS

Choose dresses and skirts in linen to help keep you cool. Go for a linen skirt which you can easily. mix with other pieces. Stick with a navy, white, or floral dress to look like a local.

JEANS

You won’t be wearing too many jeans during July but if you are thinking of taking a few pairs, go with white and blue denim. Parisian women love to wear straight-leg or flare styles in these colors during the summer season.

SHOES

Since Paris is a walking city you will want to make sure you have comfortable shoes. A lot of the streets are cobblestones so no high heels. Pack a pair of sneakers, yes you can wear sneakers in Paris now.

Also, go with your favorite sandal or two in black or brown and a pair of slingbacks if you’ll be doing a lot of nice dinners or outings.

ACCESSORIES

Go light on the accessories when it comes to jewelry and handbags. Stick with classic jewelry pieces, maybe a pair of gold hoops or pearl earrings. If you wear necklaces, keep them simple and feminine.

You can still pack scarves during the summer season, just choose lighter materials. Parisian women are still wearing scarves during July with t-shirts or button-downs.

Hopefully, this post gives you a good idea of what to pack for Paris in July.

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