Things You'll Need:
- Gloves
- Blazers
- Coats
- Dresses
- Gloves
- Hats
- Hosiery
- Long Underwear
- Men's Corduroy Pants
- Men's Khakis
- Mens' Sweaters
- Sandals
- Scarves
- Skirts
- Socks
- Sweaters
- Walking Shoes
- Women's Khakis
- Gloves
- Airline Tickets
- Hats
- Sweaters
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Step 1
Check the weather for your intended dates of travel. New York winters are cold, with blizzards probable in February. The summers are unbearably humid, leaving you ready for a second shower by lunchtime.
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Step 2
Pack business attire appropriate for your line of work. Choose lighter weight materials for the summer months. Women wear hose with suits despite the summer heat and tights for warmth in the winter.
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Step 3
Don't forget comfortable dressy casual clothes to blend into the New York scene. Men pair khakis or cords with a nice button-down shirt and leather loafer. Women pair a knee-length skirt and sweater set with a leather flat.
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Step 4
Take a heavy winter coat, long underwear, sweaters, boots, socks, gloves, a scarf and a hat if you plan to be in New York between November and March. Wear rubber-soled shoes to avoid slipping on ice or snow.
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Step 5
Pack lightweight fabrics such as cotton and linen for summer visits, as these natural fibers will breathe in the heat. Pair summer attire with comfortable walking shoes or sandals.
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Step 6
Bring a blazer or sport coat for dinner parties or shows (men). Women should pack a nice dress for the same occasion.
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Step 7
Remember black will hide dirt and absorb heat, while white and ivory will betray dirt but keep you cool.
Comments
Teachforever said
on 12/17/2008 Thanks for the tips! I always pack too much.5*
MollyNYC said
on 4/14/2007 I live here in NYC actually, and folks? Looking like a tourist isn't exactly the worst thing in the world.
The thing that's going to peg you as a tourist isn't that you're overdressed or underdressed--it's that you're in midtown or downtown on a weekday and you're not dressed for work (and possibly have your family with you). Seems kind of pointless to try to get around that.
Seriously, if you come here, check the weather but otherwise wear whatever you damn please--just as you probably do at home.
The advice about bringing comfy shoes is good, though. 55% of New York City residents don't even have access to cars, and in Manhattan, it's under 5%. Get a Metrocard and a subway map (and go ahead and check it in public--people will probably come up and ask if they can help. I know that's not the city's reputation, but if the city lived up to its reputation, I'd probably be too bu
Anonymous said
on 9/12/2006 From someone who goes into the city a lot, because I live in N.J. and only 20 minutes away, heres some basic tips:
1) In the winter, it's always going to be colder then you think it will be. At night, when the wind blows between the buildings, that extra scarf to wrap around your mouth will come in handy.
2) In the summer, fight the temptation to wear super tight clothes, just something that is light and will breathe is good. Long skirts are good in August for women.
3) Also for women, it's a good idea to have your purse somewhat organized so if you are asked to open it for inspection (a gallery, for instance, or the subway) they don't have to rifle through everything and it goes much faster.
4) If you wear heels beware the subway grates!
Don't listen to everyone saying that you can't wear this or that, or that you Have to wear black. NYC is a diverse population, with everyone wearing everything. Wear what you want. However, if you must wear a fanny pack, wear it in front, under your belly.
Anonymous said
on 8/8/2006 Always bring sneakers since it is a city of walking
Anonymous said
on 7/23/2006 Almost 99% of New Yorkers despise tourists. You're in our city, and standing out as someone who isn't a local isn't a wise choice. Don't wear all black. No one wears all black - it's very cliché. Don't wear any "I LOVE NEW YORK" paraphernalia. Don't open up your map so that you cram the sideway.
Blending in really depends on where you're going. If you're in midtown, wear khakis for men, and jeans or plain skirts for women with comfortable tops. If you're on the upper east/west side, jeans and nice tops will do. If you're downtown, look hip.
If it's cold and wintry but not snowing, stick to a camel hair or cashmere coat. If it's fall, or raining, a trench or mackintosh is good. Remember, tie the trench belt, never buckled. If there's a storm, either don't go outside or wear a real winter jacket. Boots are good for snow, cold or the few weeks after a snow cause the streets are messy.
Any other time, flats, sandals, heels for women will suffice. Casually dressy shoes are good for men. Wear sneakers or comfortable shoes for walking a lot. However, most New Yorkers walk on average at least 2 miles a day, and often more, in work shoes. It isn't odd to see women walking miles in stilettos.