Destination: Mexico City

Tradition and Global Influences Collide

Photo by @andzani

The Vibe

Mexico City is the destination on everyone’s lips. From its booming dining scene to its incredible museums, the city has something for everyone – and we keep coming back for more.  A vibrant metropolis with rich cultural heritage, the city is a melting pot of styles that blend indigenous and Spanish colonial designs with contemporary global influences. The city’s diverse population is reflected to its eclectic street style, which can range from colorful and billowy statement pieces to biker-chic staples.

What To Pack

The climate in Mexico City is generally mild, though temps can fluctuate significantly throughout the day. In the summer, a linen suit is a great option to take you from day to night – jacket optional.  Pair with loafers or espadrilles. In winter, an all-black look - trousers or denim with a leather jacket and boots - will allow you to seamlessly blend in with the city’s grunge-chic set. A silk skirt or slip dress with a sweater or bomber is lovely any time of year. Incorporate some color with bold earrings or unexpected embroidery. Leave room in your luggage for pieces from local designers that will fit the bill in CDMX and generate compliments wherever you’re heading home to.

Packing Playlist

To get you in the mood.

Shop Local

180° - Curated finds celebrating Mexican designers.

Sandra Weil - Famed Mexico city-based designer’s flagship store.

Carla Fernández – Modern minimalist Mexican pieces crafted in indigenous fabrics.

Plane Reads

Stories from CDMX.

Horizontal Vertigo, by Juan Villoro

The Story of My Teeth, by Valeria Luiselli

Caramelo, by Sandra Cisneros

The Diary of Frida Kahlo: An Intimate Self Portrait

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