Los Angeles, CA — If you're taking a trip to the sunny & stylish west coast and wondering what to wear in Los Angeles, we've got you covered. With these fashionable seasonal recommendations, we want to help men learn how to dress, pack and travel with the latest LA trends in mind. For food, check out our 2022 guide for the 10 places we love to eat in Los Angeles.
We also want you to keep in mind the various weather conditions in the city as you coordinate outfits. Through our travels around the world, we know fashion can be personal, costly and difficult to plan ahead of time. We want to help guide you on how to dress in Los Angeles before the trip so you can enjoy traveling to Southern California without added stress. Read our style guide and recommendations below!
We also want you to keep in mind the various weather conditions in the city as you coordinate outfits. Through our travels around the world, we know fashion can be personal, costly and difficult to plan ahead of time. We want to help guide you on how to dress in Los Angeles before the trip so you can enjoy traveling to Southern California without added stress. Read our style guide and recommendations below!
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Table of Contents
Intro
I. What to Wear in LA in Summer - May, June, July, August and September
II. What to Wear in LA in Fall and Winter - October, November, December, January and February
III. What to Wear in LA in Spring - February, March and April
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As with every city, LA has a distinct menswear identity. From its beaches to the Hollywood hills, the city is sprawling with style and today Los Angeles is one of the most fashionable style capitals in the world - contending with Paris and London.
As with every city, LA has a distinct menswear identity. From its beaches to the Hollywood hills, the city is sprawling with style and today Los Angeles is one of the most fashionable style capitals in the world - contending with Paris and London.
One of the most important things to know when traveling to LA is your dress is dependent on the weather. It seems straightforward, but understanding the weather patterns will help you look your best and travel smarter. We've broken down how to dress based on the city's three main seasons: summer, fall and spring.
You also need to keep in mind is that LA is just as laid-back and casual as the Cali stereotypes you've grown up with from movies or social media. A casual, capsule collection will get you far and it'll be vogue for each season. You can wear the hell out of simple but classic looks inspired with denims, white oxford button-ups or faded Hawaiian shirts and souvenir jackets & sweaters.
Finally, always remember that shoes and accessories make the man (or break him). If you want to know just how stylish (or not) you appear to others, focus on building your outfit from your feet up. Easily the first thing others will look at, your shoes need to inspire confidence and energy that leave no doubt in others you're as serious about your style and appearance as the man you're striving to be. That's precisely where we want to help you the most.
I. What to Wear in LA in Summer - May, June, July, August and September
Arguably, these are the best months to travel to Los Angeles.
There's no better time of the year to time to evolve your style game than during the summer months. Why? The weather allows for you to mix & match, experiment with layers, and simplify your looks.
Let's begin with what shoes you need to wear in LA in the summer. Loafers? Sneakers? Sandals (please, no). As the most important piece of your outfit, you don't just need to wear your shoes -- you need to own them. By that we mean that you need to own the 'look' and how you step out into world.
We recommend you find a comfortable and breathable pair of loafers or sneakers for LA's warmer days. We suggest you consider our men's kilim sneakers, kilim clogs, or kilim loafers. If you want build up from a one-of-a-kind, edgy and smart-casual look, our kilim loafers paired with a souvenir jacket will give you a great start.
Planning on going to a baseball game, dinner or the beach? Remember to ack a jacket (like our Japanese-inspired souvenir jacket), and layer it for when the weather drops at night.
Similar to your shoe game, you need to find accessories that don't just work for you any given day. Rather, you need to change up and work the accessories based on your 'look' of the day. Don't forget to bring a nice pair of sunglasses and hat for coverage from the sun.
Lastly, styling the rest of your outfit should be simple.Always, always pack a pair of denim. You could wear them every day even in the summertime and while it is more stylish to wear pants, you might pack a pair of shorts and a bathing suit.
Lastly, styling the rest of your outfit should be simple.Always, always pack a pair of denim. You could wear them every day even in the summertime and while it is more stylish to wear pants, you might pack a pair of shorts and a bathing suit.
Also, pick up a one-of-a-kind Vintage T-Shirt if you want to stand out from the crowd (especially a vintage Yankees shirt) -- not to mention they are easy to style and layer, conversation starters, incredibly soft, and sustainable.
Check out the weather forecast below for LA's summer monthly averages.
Summer Weather Avg. Los Angeles, CA
May Hi 75° / Low 58° Rain 0 days
June Hi 79° / Low 62° Rain 0 days
July Hi 83° / Low 65° Rain 0 days
August Hi 84° / Low 66° Rain 0 days
September Hi 83° / Low 65° Rain 0 days
II. What to Wear in LA in Fall and Winter - October, November, December, January and February
Traveling to LA in the fall is quite nice because you can pull out your vintage denim, sweaters, leather and bomber jackets. While your shoe selection is still critical, you're able to play around with different styles of outerwear due to the cooler temperatures. You can expect overcast skies and lots of Pacific ocean breeze.
For your go-to every day 'look' we highly recommend you keep it simple: a classic white oxford button-up, a pair of kilim sneakers and a pair playful vintage denim. Our signature Kilim sneakers and vintage 501s will never go out of style, so include them in your capsule collection. Bring a stylish knit-sweater or a denim jacket with you for the evenings when the temperatures drop into the low 50's.
California still has plenty of sunshine in the fall, so it's best to learn the art of layering your outfits when traveling to LA. You'll appreciate packing an extra layer or piece when all the sudden clouds roll in and it starts snowing. Sure, it's rare, but hey at least you'll look like the smartest guy in Hollywood.
Check out the weather forecast below for LA's fall monthly averages.
Fall Weather Avg. Los Angeles, CA
October Hi 79° / Low 60° Rain 1 day
November Hi 73° / Low 53° Rain 2 days
December Hi 68° / Low 49° Rain 4 days
January Hi 68° / Low 49° Rain 5 days
February Hi 69° / Low 51° Rain 5 days
III. What to Wear in LA in Spring - February, March and April
Perhaps the best time to visit and travel to LA is spring. As the most comfortable time of the year because of the perfect weather conditions, Los Angeles in the spring months flirts with a mix of fall and summer. And as for your planning out your spring outfits, it's important to keep in mind that you never have to venture too far outside your wardrobe. That is to say, LA does have a few more wet days. This is the best time to explore layering.
It's critical to pack a few things. First, a light-weight jacket such as our souvenir jacket for layering. You might need a heavier coat but check the forecast for the week ahead. Second, you should be prepared for rain with a pair of sneakers that withstand the water AND help you go without looking like a just graduated college kid. Throw away your worn-out pair of Nikes or Sperry's and elevate your taste in shoes with a pair of our men's kilim sneakers. The bright white rubber sole will double as a standout when paired with denim jeans or flex in the sneakers with a pair of shorts AND it'll protect your feet from the wetness of spring.
Check out the weather forecast below for LA's spring monthly averages.
Spring Weather Avg. Los Angeles, CA
February Hi 69° / Low 51° Rain 5 days
March Hi 70° / Low 52° Rain 4 days
April Hi 73° / Low 55° Rain 2 days
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