What to Pack When Visiting London
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- čas přidán 25. 05. 2016
- These are the most important things to pack for your visit to London. I'm telling you what to pack for your trip to London, including clothing, non-clothing items, and what you DON'T want to bring in your suitcase on your trip to London. **Scroll down for my free London guide...
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I just returned. All I really needed were 1 pair black jeans, 1 blue, 3 lt merino or cashmere wool sweaters, 1 fancier black turtleneck and 34 degree heat base layers. Everyone was wearing black and lug sole booties. All the cute outfits I saw on Instagram were nonexistent! If I wore the same outfit every day not a soul would have noticed. It only rained 1 out of our 7 days. I did pick up a vintage Dior trench but my black leather 3/4 coat was perfect.
Might have been the areas you were in! Style varies across different parts of London. Yes no one notices anything about you in London we're all doing our own thing ;) Thanks for watching Jill and congrats on the vintage score, well done!
We just returned from our first trip to London, we had an amazing time! I wanted to thank you because so many of tips and advice really helped! The video on transportation really helped along with the packing. Just wanted to say Thank you!
So glad you had a good time Beth! Thanks for your lovely comment!
All of this is so helpful! Thank you so much! Love the free guide! I'll use it for my own London trip.
Excellent videos!! I'm travelling in November with twenty students for a couple of weeks your information is very clear and helpful, thanks a lot.
Johanna
Hi Johanna, glad to hear you found the video helpful. Good luck with your trip! :)
Great video! really cool and useful info, especially the thing about the adapters! thanks for the link! loved it 😄
OMG your videos are a god-send! Thank you so much! My husband and I are planning our first trip for this September and you are answering so many of my questions!
That's great Ashley, I've very happy to hear I'm helping :) :) Enjoy your visit and make sure you're subscribed because I'll have more London videos coming over the next couple of months!
Thank you so much for your videos. I'm visiting London for the 1st time in 3 weeks and definitely wouldn't have packed correctly. I live in Philadelphia so while I do have dressy clothes rarely wear them & I love my sweats/tees/sneakers. But, will be sure to leave those at home now...thanks again for the awesome tips.
You're very welcome Moniquea! I have loads of other London videos on the channel so do have a look before you arrive :) Good luck!
i'm going to London on summer. So maybe some video about what to pack or wear in summer would be helpful.
Bless you! I’m traveling to London in August and your videos are SOOO helpful. And the guide helps me answer literally ALL the questions I had about my trip 🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰
So glad to hear it! Thanks so watching!
Thank you..headed to London on Thursday will be there to watch Eagles game.. excited 1st trip to England👍thanks for all the info.
Have fun!
This video is very helpful! Thanks! Can’t wait for London May next year. God bless.
Welcome!
perfect advise for london! loved this video.
Thanks Michael.
Thanks a ton for the great advice ! Your videos have been incredibly helpful :)
+deepthi chandramohan you're very welcome! Thanks for watching :)
We get very good weather generally in London in the summer months. So if you are coming here over summer don't worry to much about rain. Yes it is wise to pack a pocket umbrella and a waterproof jacket. However, don't go thinking that you need to pack a wetsuit and snorkel because it may rain for 40 days and 40 nights lol
Very good video and full of excellent advices! Great! Merci beaucoup, c'est fantastique!
Merci Jean, enjoy your trip!
Thank you for this video!! Super helpful! I will be in London in a week so I am prepared. :)
Glad to hear it!
Thanks! This helped a lot for my school trip next week :D
Welcome! :)
Great vid! I'm coming to London in December!! So excited!!
Awesome, thanks for watching Kells! I have tons of videos about London on my channel so have a look around :)
I LOVE your videos and I'm watching them all. My son and I are coming on 3/22 from Colorado and staying at the Hilton London Bankside! I've used your link to even order shoes. Me the Converse and the Pumas for him (under the 3 you said your boyfriend wears). Thank you for ALL of your help. Thank you for the what not to wear video especially!
You're so welcome!! Glad I could help!
I live in Berlin and sweatpants are my life :`)
scarf. even if it's not too cold, it's windy.
Good one!
I'm coming to London this 15th June, and I'd love to meet you! ❤️
Can I please have a winter packing guide for guy please :) Im visiting London for Christmas and new years eve. Thank you!
You are so incredibly helpful oh my goodness, thank you so much!
You're very welcome Lori! :)
@@loveandlondon I found it very very interesting thank you
I was randomly check out any video related to London as i ma planning to visit London next month and i found your video very helpful.
Thanks a lot Love and London.
You're very welcome Magdalena, I have loads about London on my channel so have a watch :)
Thanks for sharing your thoughts
You're welcome! Did you find the video helpful?
A good option if you need cheap clothes apart from Primark is charity shops, you can get very good deals!
love...Primark!!!!
Thank you so much I will go to London in 2 weeks and I’m sooo excited 😆
Yayy!
Omg!!! I love your channel soooo sooo much! Ive got your London 101 guide printed out and its amazing!!!!! Thank you sooooo much! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ pd: subscribed to your channel, love it!!
Thank you! So glad you found it helpful :)
My fashion-forward bestie in London wears sweatshirts all the time. It's more the mode of sweatshirt...neutral/black, and little or no writing on it. It's not the time to break out your university logo, but you can wear them if they are fashion-forward.
Thank you so much this is very helpful!
Glad to help!
Headed that way In July! I would have done at least four of these, thanks for the heads up! Subbed
You're welcome!
Thank you!! I will be going to London next week for the first time. This helped!
Have a great time Roxy!
i'm totally an over-packer. It is horrible. I will definitely try your system for my trip to London next week. It will be my first time there, so I hope I can do this packing right.
Pack Light! Your goal should be one piece of luggage and one carry-on
Going on a tour to London, York, Edinburgh and somewhere in Wales (I forget where) in April and nervous about the weather. I’ll be with a tour group so will look like a tourist no matter what, but your video was so helpful, as were the comments. Thanks!!
Welcome! Have a great time!
I've always wanted to go to London! Hopefully someday I'll be able to go.
I hope so too :)
I am going to London from June 18-21. I'll be wearing a trenchcoat! Its waterproof and I will not have to carry an umbrella! Cool tips... Thanks!
Perfect! :) Hoping for warm enough weather for you that you won't need it :) Thanks for watching Paola, have an amazing visit!
In case you get caught in rain I would recommend against a down jacket. Bring a waterproof jacket and a sweater and other layers for underneath to ward off cold.
Hi! These videos are so helpful!!! I'm visiting in April. What do you think about bringing a packable puffer coat?
:) Just check the weather before to see if you'll need it!
Why am I only watching this now? I'm going to London tonight! lol
Great video! I booked tickets to London for June 2017. I hope the weather is good. I live in Southern California, and I can't remember the last time I wore s sweater or Jacket. I have a long time to plan, and your videos really help. Thank you!
Also, I know this is random, but you have really nice teeth. :)
You're lucky, I WISH I couldn't remember the last time I wore a jacket ;) So glad I can help Grace, there will be lots more videos that you'll find helpful before you leave so make sure you subscribe and watch out for them every Thursday :)
Hi, your videos are awesome! Thanks a lot!
I'm a guy coming to London THIS Friday for 2 month. Some work, some fun.
I'm used to warm climate.
Any special tips for those of us who have a long stay planned ?
Thanks :)
Hello! Here's an early welcome to London :) Not sure where you'll be living but try to get to know that area, it's so easy to get to obviously :) for example, I've become such a huge fan of the area that I live in, even though it's some someplace tourists would venture to. You will be surprised how cold it is here I think :)
Fun fact? I have a British friend and he is the only one wearing sweatpants on 360 days of the year :) He practically lives in these things!
it was helpful😊
Glad to hear it!
Over in Lincoln, most people swear jeans although you will find the occasional person wearing trackies/sweatpants
Great video! I'm travelling to London for four days next week with my hubbie and this was so helpful. Now I'm planning to watch all your other related videos 😊 I was wondering if a backbag is ok to carry there?
Also, what would be your top one place to visit for a couple (we are 34yrs)? We are on our 10-year anniversary holiday without kids 😊
Hello :) Is a backbag the same as a backpack? Totally ok to wear one, just don't put any valuables in pockets that would be easy for someone to open and grab your stuff out of! And top place, it's nearly impossible to say! What are you looking for-- a restaurant? Some nice views? I need a bit more guidance ;)
Thanks for a great channel, love your tips and advices. I have one question: if you are going to the theatre one evening, what kind of outfit should you bring?
I am going in 10 days to my first trip to London.
-and about rain, I'm from Denmark, so pretty prepared :)
Hello, thanks so much for watching! If you're going to a West End show, to see a musical, you can dress how you like-- some people like to get more dressed up (especially if going to dinner/drinks before or after) but if you're casual that's ok too.
This is so amazing please leave this video for a couple of months or so because I might have a chance to study abroad in London soon and I need this video for assistance.
I never delete my videos :)
Love and London OMG YOUR ACTUALLY TALKING TO ME😘YAAAAAY
In Scotland we wear tracksuits out and about
ewwwww, how bad is that ....
HAHAHAHHAH I LAUGH! you make joke, yes
And white ones at weddings.
Imogen Mccann jdjf*
non stop lol
Love your video! I am going to London December 14th with a tour group for 3 days before making our way to Paris. I know you mentioned it gets cool in the winter but I can't figure out if I should bring my winter coat; the forecast is showing rain, but the temperature looks like it is fluctuating. Please help!
Great video of London and very informative
Thanks for watching Peter
Hi Love and London, I will be visiting Europe for the first time in 4 weeks. Will start at London and work our way down Paris, Lucerne, Florence, Venice,Rome. Have seen your videos, but still not sure on what to pack weather wise. I am from the tropics and honestly 65 degree F is freezing cold for me. Suggestions??
All my Harry Potter clothing😊 definitely bringing that!!
Hehe :)
Hi there...Love your videos..I found them very useful..thanks.
Can I have the london guide? I am planning to go there in Mid 2017. Thanks
+Ria Q hi Ria, thanks so much! You can get the guide by clicking that card that pops up at the end of the video or by clicking the link in the description.
I’m going to live in London for a year in feb 2018 can’t wait, especially want to shop on oxford street😝😝 also can you do a vid about oxford street?
Hey Ruby, congrats and early "good luck" with the move! Not much to talk about on Oxford Street, it's a very crowded road with lots of British brands-- that's kinda it ;)
Oxford Street is the biggest shopping street in Europe It is huge over 3 miles long with every hop you could think off Down side is it gets packed
I want to bring make up but im not really sure what do you think and love this video
Hi! Love your videos!
I’ll be in London in two weeks... also going to scotland and dublin... is jeans, converse and sweaters ok? I will have a waterproof jacket with me?
Thanks!
Yup! Enjoy Andrea!
Just something for anyone coming to London, you might be able to see in my profile picture I’m wearing dungarees, I went into London in this with a khaki coat and Adidas shoes, just an example easy to see. When I went to TGIFridays that evening, I wore the same thing but a nicer top and then fit in perfectly! Enjoy your trip, I love London! ❤️
:)
My flight to London is 30 hours long. Any tips on what I should wear?
Great video
Well I just found this video although it's almost a year old, I hope you can see my comment and answer. I'm not quite sure of what pair of heels might be the best to pack for london, should I go with scarpins? Should I bring platform strappy sandals? I'm going this may. I'm also so confused about bringing or not my dresses. Who knew packing could be so hard!!! Lovely video!
I love your videos! Very helpful tips for my upcoming first trip in mid-October. I will check the forecast but would you recommend I bring Hunter Rain Boots? I will have a week in London and a 2nd week in Scarborough.
Hey Jennifer! I don't know about Scarborough but in London, no one really wears rainboots, but instead, just shoes that are water resistant. I only break my rainboots out when going for a walk in the country when the weather isn't so good!
Ok, cool; that is kind of what I was thinking. Thank you for the quick reply!
great video!!
You are so helpful and informative. Very thankful to have found your channel and subscribed :) Also- what hairdryer do you recommend off Amazon that will not blow out the electricity in the UK? I tried to bring one over and use a converter in the Netherlands and I blew out all the electricity- SO EMBARRASSING
Hey Keri, thank you so much! I would honestly try to just find a hotel/apartment that has one already there so you don't have to waste space in your bag bringing one.
Hiii ,dear I'm coming to London on 12/7 and not sure what to pack for my one year old baby??? Any recommendations plz❤️❤️❤️
Maybe some tips for London in the Summer ? :)
Sure! Anything specific?
Sally Girl yes pls! travel packing for summer!
Enjoying so many of your great tips but I do have a question about our late October trip. I have a black and white polka dot trench coat- should I leave that at home? I like that it is long enough to wear with anything.
Check the weather before you come to see if it will keep you warm enough!
Hi!!! I’m coming there at end of June/beginning of July. Are sandals are thing there? Open toe flip flops? Platform sandals? I’m stressing over my packing situation
Don't stress Anna. Wear what you're comfortable in. Yes people wear sandals here when the weather is on our side.
hey thanks a lot, that was really informative. Just wanted to ask you if fish net stockings are ok to and what is a pub dress code for men and women.
Hello, you're welcome! I'm not sure if fish net stockings are very in style here in London but the cool thing about the city is that you can wear something unique and no one will really bat an eye :) Pubs are casual for guys and girls, in the evenings you might want to dress up just a tad if you're having dinner or planning on going out.
Im going to London this summer!
But uhh i do wear a sweatshirt especially in the evening haha
Hi Ann! I mean, you can, you'll just stand out as a tourist and could be seen as a target for pickpockets :(
Hi.I'm going to London on 25th November. What kind of cloth I should bring?
Pack an extra wallet just big enough to keep the money for the day in, something that won't matter if you lose it, with an extra wallet you can leave your main wallet in a safe place at your hotel. One other point many places outside London DON'T take AMEX so you will need another card
Great video!! What about cute shoes for walking all day? I want to look fashionable, are casual sneakers okay?
Hey Jennifer! Yep. I usually wear converse, if that helps!
Hi! I don't know if your going to see this but I am going to London In mid December. I was wondering what kind of basic things I would need to bring to keep warm?
Whatever will keep you warm! Jacket, gloves, etc. Up to you.
I will be popping by in London for a week in May. Any tips for the in-between spring and summer season?
There's loads on my channel, have a binge watch ;)
what kind of outerwear/layers i should be wearing if im visiting in September?
Great fashion tips! Thank you!
I wish this dress code would apply not only in Europe. but in Israel too :)
Thank you Yulia :) Thanks for watching and commenting!
Thanks !
:)
Going to London tomorrow
Have a great time!
Im going to london in september 2017 and we have a going out night the first day we are here. Is a long sleeve romper too impractical? Not sure what to expect but your video is so helpful!!
Hi Sarah! I'm guessing you're asking weather-wise. It's tough to say at this point but make sure you watch my London weather video, it will help with your planning :) czcams.com/video/vrxqPDNuzFA/video.html
+Love and London thank you! I did figure it was to far ahead to know but any and all help is greatly appreciated(in this case being your entire channel!) subscribed so i dont end up lost and confused and totally unprepaired for my trip!
Hehe I will make sure you don't end up that way :) Thank you for taking the time to comment and watch my videos!
Hi! Thank you for nice video! I'm planning to visit London this winter and I heard that it would be tricky to pack all the coats and jumpers since it's too bulky. So I'm planning to take only one jumper and coat and I wonder if it looks weird to wear long padding jacket(coat) in London. If it does, what kind of jacket would be appropriate? :)
The best thing to do is check the weather forecast before you come. I would recommend checking the BBC Weather site, enter London in the search box and remember the temperature will be in Celsius unless you change it. Tomorrow they predict a high of 7’C to a night time low of 2’C which is fairly common, but we do get cold and frost and it can stay below 4’C or even 0’C all day on occasion. If it’s windy or raining it’ll feel colder. A long padded jacket might be too warm. You might want to consider a good water proof coat that comes down past your bottom and is big enough to get layers under. Bring gloves and a warm hat, you can bring a compact umbrella if you are the kind of person who uses them, personally I just use the hood on my coat, wearing a cap under it keeps the water off your face. You can’t beat a good undershirt (Brits call them vests) to keep you warm.
Please do a video on where to shop for women's official clothes for Londoners (cheap place) am supposed to move for work and am not planning to carry clothes from here 😦
Firstly, I love your videos! I'm traveling to London during February 2017 (First Timer). There are no videos out for this month on what to do, pack, etc. because it's the extreme off season month. Can you make a video or give me some tips?!? I'm super desperate!! Thanks!
Thanks so much Shanna!! :) Most of what I said will apply to your visit in the winter, and also, next week's video will help you out! In the meantime, if you have any specific questions, you can ask them here and I'll be happy to answer :) This might help as well : czcams.com/video/MB4lO3L_S3E/video.html
Very informative vlog.. I am about to travel in the month of July for 3 weeks.. How is the weather gonna be like... Need your help please. Thanking you in Advance
Watch this Anthony: czcams.com/video/vrxqPDNuzFA/video.html
WOULD LIKE YOUR FREE LONDON GUIDE . LOVE YOUR PRESENTATION . LIKE TO MEET YOU !!
There's a link in the description to download the guide :)
Great, super helpful tips! I'll be in London in August-September and my mind is bursting with questions: ¿umbrella and or water proof jacket? ¿what other kind of jacket would you suggest that's not leather? (is hard to carry it in the purse when gets hot)... greeting from Mexico. Also would be nice a video about purchasing train tickets for day trips around London, so many things to consider and a lot of options to pick from. Thanks.
Hi! Sorry for the late reply on this. Up to you on the umbrella/jacket situation, it's just your preference! You can get a rain jacket (super waterproof) or really any type of jacket that won't soak up the water but will repell it. Good idea about day trips, I will put it on the list!
Thank you, and now that I come up with ideas I have one more, since I hate traditional souvenirs that are expensive and very general I would really like to know, what would you suggest for us tourist to bring back home that isn't a Big Ben paperweight?...
+Lilyzul hope you have a great visit here! There are loads of places selling tourist tat as you describe, but thankfully so many better options. Something traditionally british always goes down well as a gift, especially if it comes from a famous London institution. fortnum and mason do really nice teas, marmalade, biscuits etc in nice packaging and not too expensive. It's easy to find too, a short walk from Piccadilly Circus or Green park underground stations. Liberty do wonderful fabrics in famous liberty print- typically floral designs- perhaps a scarf for a female friend? Although these will cost substantially more.
+Spencer Wilton thank you! Actually Fortnum and mason sounds amazing and I also checked marks & spencer and found very interesting options, and why not?! I might bring a Big Ben paper weight 😂
Hi. I love your channel. So I’m visiting London in a couple of months. Is it okay to bring a Louis Vuitton bag to go around the city?
Hi I hope you could answer my question. I know I don’t want to be the target for pick-pockets or robbery. They said don’t wear or bring something flashy. Please advise. Thank you.
Madam M.M Styleicon Yes of course you can! Just make sure you keep it zipped:locked up, especially in crowded spaces. Enjoy the coolest capital in the world!
I need tips on Fall packing for England this year. I'll leave October 18 and return Nov 13th. Hellllppp ;)
Hi Teresa, I replied to your email :)
I've just started following your channel. My family and I are planning a trip to London from FL next year in November. What do Londoners think of flip flops?
Generally they're a no !
Should I purchase a straightener in London or buy a convertible adapter for my US straightener? Also what is a good drugstore? Thanks :) xx
Hi Nicole! If you have one that is dual voltage, you can use that one here with just an adapter (not a converter). If you don't, you can definitely pick one up here, stop at SuperDrug or Boots and they start at £10-£15.
I'm going to London on April 1st,( I will be watching for a week or more.Does it rain in that time ? how is the weather in London April
Hi Meagan! This video will help: czcams.com/video/vrxqPDNuzFA/video.html
Hi I love your videos! I was just wondering if you are going to London can you wear shorts and like a band tshirt? Thank you for your help!
+Brooke Rose hi Brooke, thanks! You can wear whatever you want. For some guidance, I have a video on my channel called "what to wear when visiting London" that you should watch :)
Where was your leather jacket from in the photo?
Baseball caps! *eye roll*
Is there a particular neighborhood you would recommend for hotel accommodations? My friend and I are are planning 4-5 days there in August and we want to be by sights, shops and bars.
Hi Sheri, I have a whole series about London accommodation plus a free guide: czcams.com/play/PL6u96nZN-L_ZIyTxc8ghXp_ZMikJpEgaM.html
Hi, I am a new subscriber from Brooklyn, New York. I landed an internship in London from June 29th to the last day of August. I like that you covered the social aspect, but in terms of the professional aspect, would a button down shirt, pants, and shoes be enough? Should I bring a coat?
I'm also going to check out your budgeting blog, since that's my other concern.
Hey Mueed, it completely depends on the office you'll be working in, so I would ask your internship provider what the dress code is. Good luck!
Hi! I'm going to London next week and I'm super excited!!! I just don't really know what to pack yet because of the weather! I watch vlogs and see people in T-shirts but I look up the weather on websites and I get confused! Help?
Hi Rita, here's my video about weather: czcams.com/video/vrxqPDNuzFA/video.html
OMG thanks for this video. i'm going to England, Ireland, and Scotland in summer of 2018 and I hate looking like a clueless American Tourist (though this is my first time to Europe!)
Question: my boyfriend is 32 but still loves cargo shorts. Is he going to stick out too badly if he wears them with a polo shirt?
Also: I'm from florida, so I'm likely going to be freezing. My favorite knitted sweater has a huge picture of a badger on it. (Yes, it's a Hufflepuff sweater) is that going to be okay, or would a more traditional knit like a fair isle or irish fisherman knit be more in-line with what locals wear? I am 30.
Hey! In the end, wear what you're most comfortable with and what you have. FIY -- cargo shorts aren't very big here and all types of sweaters are worn here :)
I am planning to go in July. What about packing rompers? I find them so much more comfortable than jeans/shorts. With a jacket and comfy cute shoes
Sure why not?
Hello,
I am planning a visit around 2nd week of Nov. Could you advise what kind of jacket is recommended for that time ??
Hi Hitesh, I have jacket recommendations in the London Packing Guide: loveandlondon.com/london-packing-guide
I was so looking forward to your 101 guide book but - page not found 😭 is there another way to get it? love your videos, I'm preparing to visit London in late March! :*
+Ivona 16 I know it's not working at the mo :( should be again in a couple of days !
Love and London thanx for replying ❤ I'll definitely be checking! :*
Ok it should work now! Let me know if you have any problems