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What to wear in Mexico City.

Vibe: art deco · maximalist · embroidered

Mexico City dressing is an art form. Here, maximalism isn't excess—it's expected. The capital's art deco architecture and vibrant street culture demand pieces that make a statement, whether you're navigating the Centro Histórico or sipping mezcal in Condesa. Mexico City street style celebrates color, texture, and unapologetic pattern mixing.

Pack embroidered linen shirts that feel both bohemian and refined, a structured leather blazer in cognac or black, and gold-toned sandals that work from day to evening. A lightweight cotton slip dress in cream becomes your neutral anchor, while a printed scarf or rebozo adds instant sophistication to any CDMX outfit.

Year-round, the city's altitude means dramatic temperature swings between sun and shade. Layer pieces you can easily remove—a cropped cardigan or oversized linen overshirt—and always have a fine shawl on hand. The evenings can surprise you, and you'll want to move seamlessly from gallery openings to late-night dinners.

— BestStyle editors

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