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What to wear in Denver?

Comfortable Clothes for Each Month & the Fashion Style in Denver.

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Clothes for the Seasons & each Month

We provide an overview of seasonal clothes and information on appropriate clothes for each month (Monthly Recommended Clothes).

Seasonal Overview

Winter
With the average winter low being in the 20s°F and the highest highs in the upper 40s°F those who plan to take part in Denver's outdoor lifestyle should focus on layering. Instead of choosing a thick parka, try thermal compression long-sleeve shirts and pants topped with a sweater and ski vest and jeans or your favorite slacks. Women may opt for long skirts or dresses on top of their thermal gear accompanies with a stylish pair of boots.

Spring
This is the time of year when a knee-length sweater dress over thick leggings may go a long way in offering both comfort and the right level of warmth. Feel free to experiment with a variety of floral prints and stripes. Of course, both men and women won't want to leave their jackets behind. In the springtime, jackets can serve as a stylish accessory, accentuating your favorite modest outfit.

Summer
Materials that flow gracefully and light touches of lace are great for a day around town. Men can choose corporate casual, wearing stylish buttoned shirts and pant or shorts in a variety of quality materials.

Fall
Women may want to put on patterned ankle-length dresses or skirts. If wearing pants, shirts become the style focus, with a variety of cuts and patterns. Jackets and blazers come back into play for both men and women, which can be accessorized with hats and light scarves.

Monthly Recommended Clothes

The following are the recommended clothes for daytime and nighttime based on the average high/low temperatures for each month.

Jan - Mar
Apr - Jun
Jul - Sep
Oct - Dec

Recommended Clothes in Denver

month	Clothes
Jan	Daytime: A coat, gloves and a warm hat. Nighttime: A down jacket, gloves or mittens, warm hat and so on. Very cold outside.
Feb	Daytime: A coat, gloves and a warm hat. Nighttime: A down jacket, gloves or mittens, warm hat and so on. Very cold outside.
Mar	Daytime: A jacket or coat. Gloves and warm hat may be necessary. Nighttime: A down jacket, gloves or mittens, warm hat and so on. Very cold outside.
Apr	Daytime: A light jacket, sweater, or light winter clothes (jacket or coat). Nighttime: A coat or down jacket, gloves, a warm hat and so on.
May	Daytime: A long-sleeved shirt, light jacket or sweater, but sometimes a short-sleeved shirt is good. Nighttime: A jacket or coat. Gloves and warm hat may be necessary.
Jun	Daytime: A T-shirt, tank top or short-sleeved shirt. Nighttime: A light jacket, sweater, or light winter clothes (jacket or coat).
Jul	Daytime: A T-shirt or tank top, and shorts or jeans. Nighttime: A long-sleeved shirt, and a light jacket or sweater.
Aug	Daytime: A T-shirt or tank top, and shorts or jeans. Nighttime: A long-sleeved shirt, and a light jacket or sweater.
Sep	Daytime: A T-shirt, tank top or short-sleeved shirt. Nighttime: Sometimes a light jacket or sweater is good, but sometimes winter clothes are necessary.
Oct	Daytime: Sometimes a short-sleeved shirt is good, but sometimes light winter clothes are necessary. Nighttime: A coat or down jacket, gloves, a warm hat and so on.
Nov	Daytime: A jacket or coat. Gloves and warm hat may be necessary. Nighttime: A down jacket, gloves or mittens, warm hat and so on. Very cold outside.
Dec	Daytime: A coat, gloves and a warm hat. Nighttime: A down jacket, gloves or mittens, warm hat and so on. Very cold outside.

Average temperature

Low : Average low temperature, High : Average high temperature

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Famous tourist attractions

Colorado State Capitol
Denver Art Museum
Denver Museum of Nature & Science
Denver Zoo
Denver Botanic Gardens

Appropriate Clothes for Denver

Many find that Denver offers the type of living they crave. With everything the average person could need to live an active, healthy lifestyle and a formally recognized focus on fashion, picking appropriate clothes to wear while in this city is very important.

When deciding what to wear in Denver the city's climate should not be overlooked as a consideration. Cold weather is often the first thing that comes to mind when some people think of Colorado. While the winter weather in this western state can be extreme at times, its summer, spring, and fall offer numerous warm or cool days for lighter dress. Understanding the climates of each season in The Mile High City with insight into its lifestyle offering and style can help you plan a great Denver wardrobe.

Winter

In winter, putting on layers of clothing instead of going for bulky wear creates a comfortable look and feel. The skier's look is very popular, going for sleek, modern, and efficient rather than fur. Skiers dress to make themselves more aerodynamic.

Spring

As the snow melts and the temperatures finally begin to climb, spring can be one of the most exciting Denver seasons. It's the first chance to do away with some of the restraint brought by winter wear and dress a bit freer. Since there will still be times of chilly weather, you'll want to keep your legs and arms covered, but one layer should suffice.

Summer

When summer hits Denver, it's time for some serious outdoor fun. The days can get moderately hot, with highs in the low 90s. It's great weather for taking a hike, fishing, or even hopping on a jet ski in one of the city's large lakes. It follows that the sporty style is always relevant to Denver fashion, but if you're a lady who's not the sporty type, go with a look that's elegant and very feminine.

Fall

As summer fades and the cold weather starts its way back in, fall in Denver represents not only a transition to wearing more coverage but is a last chance to show off bold fashion.

Conclusion

With Denver fashion, there's a lot of room for self-expression. The city's style and weather offers opportunities for all to enjoy, whether you're into the sporty or outdoors look, upscale fashion, corporate, or something between these lines. The seasons present themselves fairly evenly in this region, and Fashion Week, which takes place biannually, can serve as inspiration when choosing materials, prints, and cuts for your wardrobe. Choosing appropriate clothes to wear for each season in Denver can become second-nature once you get a taste of the lifestyle offered there and experience what each season has to offer.

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