Black, white and grey are the essentials, but don’t be afraid to wear brighter colors like pink and yellow to stand out. Women in LA wear t-shirts with everything from skinny jeans and leggings to miniskirts or over dresses. If you want to dress up your look, wear a t-shirt made out of silk or another upscale fabric. You could also wear a t-shirt dress for a dressier take on the classic. Men wear t-shirts with either jeans or slacks. Dark, fitted t-shirts add a casual yet upscale urban vibe to your look.
To dress up a look, wear fitted, dark wash jeans. Women can throw on heels to instantly make denim look classier. Don’t forget denim in other forms, like skirts, shirts and jackets.
For men, try a jackets or blazer with an interesting cut over a basic t-shirt.
Drapey cardigans, fitted leather jackets, and trenches are all popular in LA. Styles for men in include jackets and blazers or sweatshirts thrown on when the sun goes down.
Women can wear warm tights or leggings under skirts, and wear sweaters and jackets over tanks and tees. Men can make the transition by swapping shorts for long pants and wearing fitted cardigans and jackets over tees.
Organic fabrics and dyes are becoming more common. Check out companies that have organic clothing lines. Manufacturing practices are also important to people in LA. Look for casual clothes that were locally made, rather than factory-produced in another country.
If you love accessories, go for a bohemian look. For example, you could wear a bold beaded statement necklace, hoop earrings and a stack of silver bangles. On the other hand, the LA casual mentality is that less is more. Understated accessories like a simple gold chain or a single silver bangle help you stay casual and comfortable while also dressing up your look a little.
Sandals, flip-flops and open-toed heels are popular in LA all year round. Sneakers complement the LA casual wardrobe and keep you comfortable all day.
Women typically wear summery dresses or skirts and heels when they go out, but you could get away with wearing dark-wash skinny jeans, a pretty tunic and heels. Men can swap out their sneakers for a pair of dress shoes and show up to a club wearing fitted jeans, a t-shirt and a nice blazer.
Accessorize your swimwear like any other outfit. Wear jewelry, hats, sunglasses and scarves. Consider buying a large purse that doubles as a beach bag. Totes and other large bags are popular in LA.
Instead of wearing big white tourist sneakers, choose a pair that’s more streamlined and chic. Take along a stylish backpack so you can carry water and other essentials.
In Beverly Hills you’ll often see women wearing heels, even during the day. Men should wear nice shoes and a jacket to restaurants in the area.
