What should I wear in Istanbul weather?
Warm sweaters, mufflers, shawls, and scarves to keep you warm and protected against the harsh temperatures. Woolen long coats and jackets are essential keeps for your trip. You will be experiencing a lot of and frequent winter rain in Istanbul, so it is best to pack weather-resistant jackets.
What clothes to wear in Istanbul in winter?
To go with those winter sweaters, be sure to pack some jeans and leggings to mix and match. When it’s really cold in Istanbul in January and February, I add fleece-lined leggings or merino wool leggings underneath my jeans for added warmth… or sometimes I wear two layers of leggings.
Can you wear anything in Istanbul?
As we said before, Turkey is a secular country and people have the right to wear anything they want. Especially in some districts of Istanbul is almost the same as any Western European city in terms of clothing. So, you can wear anything you want in Summer.
How should female tourists dress in Turkey?
Clean, modest clothing is appreciated and often required when visiting mosques. In short, don’t show thighs, shoulders or upper arms. Slacks, or knee-length skirt or dress; blouse or top with sleeves to at least the mid-upper-arm. Have a headscarf to cover your hair.
Are clothes cheaper in Turkey?
“Turkey is now the cheapest place in the world for shopping,” said Orhan, 22, who was holding a place in the line outside Louis Vuitton for a Chinese couple shopping elsewhere, and who didn’t want to give his last name.
What should I pack for Istanbul?
Pack earplugs for the especially early calls. Conservative clothing– Only necessary for visiting mosques, bring a long dress or skirt or pair of pants. Most require you to cover your head, shoulders and legs. It can also be good to have layers in case there is a surprise change in weather.
Do I need to cover my hair in Istanbul?
While visiting a mosque in Istanbul, women need to cover their heads, shoulders, knees .. and oh, toes can show. Chest and legs should be covered. You can carry your own scarf to cover your head but please note scarves are provided at the entrance of every mosque.
Can females wear shorts in Turkey?
No problem wearing shorts for comfort, except when you visit mosques. As for Turks, most of them will be wearing “smart casual” clothes: sleeved summer dresses or sleeved top and skirt for women, short-sleeved shirt and long trousers for men. Footwear can be shoes or sandals.