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Vegas in July

Shiloh09 — Sat, 07 Feb 2015 17:57:23 GMT

I am going to Las Vegas in July on business. I will be there for five days. I know it is hot, hot, hot! What to wear? What to wear???!!! I am 57, wear an x-large or 1X (14W-16W) and am 5'7. Cotton is my fabric of choice as polyester and other fabrics often spark my own "personal summer". I need at least a short sleeve and longer length dress/skirt. I hear the resorts/hotels/casinos are often chilly ??, but I will probably do some shopping and exploring in the evening. Is Vegas all glitz and glamour or can I get away with casual and conservative? What do I wear to a casino?

Re: Vegas in July

Shelbelle — Sat, 07 Feb 2015 19:34:45 GMT

Hot is definitely the right word, I was there in July, it was 110 in day and 90 at night.

Re: Vegas in July

chickenbutt — Sat, 07 Feb 2015 19:48:07 GMT

Oh, hot doesn't even cover it for July in LV!

Obviously, you know it will be super-mega hot but also it is an arid climate. So, if you're used to humidity you might want to bring, or pick up, a humidifier to run at night.

While I love an arid climate (I live in N. NV and it's arid up here too, thankfully, but a lot less hot), when I first moved here 35 years ago we had to have a humidifier in the bedroom at night until we acclimated.

Yeah, everywhere is air-conditioned and that is a very good thing. But if you tend to get cold easily you might want to bring something light to layer because you'll just be taking it off soon. If you don't get cold easily the a/c will be nothing but relief.

We got married in LV one July and the best I can describe it is that when you come out of the hotel it's like you stepped into a hot oven. Dry and hot. Oh, and yeah, I'd definitely stick with the cotton. Poly is just not a good choice at all!

Totally casual. You can go as dressy as you like, but this is a very casual state so even in restaurants and especially in casinos or stores, casual will be what you will mostly see.

Re: Vegas in July

Shelbelle — Sat, 07 Feb 2015 23:53:39 GMT

My daughters inlaws live in Vegas, they have now started spending their summers in Oregon due to the heat.

Re: Vegas in July

Andrewsgrandma — Sun, 08 Feb 2015 04:11:53 GMT

I go to Vegas often. I go during the summer a lot. Here's the thing, it's hot outside but inside everywhere is freezing. You can wear anything you want. If you plan on walking, then comfy shoes for sure. You will see everything from super casual to sparkly fancy. You can wear whatever you want! Do bring some light sweaters for indoors because the shops and casinos are cold. It's Vegas, there are no rules! You can wear whatever you want in the casinos. I love to watch all the people who come to Vegas and wear their sparkly clothes and stilettos. Most, though, are dressed very casually. I dress nice but very casual. Lots of walking involved.

Re: Vegas in July

Kachina624 — Sun, 08 Feb 2015 06:38:19 GMT

I would never wear a long skirt when it's that hot. You'll roast in it. Pick something short and loose. If you're going to be in meetings or seminars, definitely bring a sweater or wrap. Those rooms are often freezing cold. Also bring a pair of closed toe shoes for the same reason.

Re: Vegas in July

qbetzforreal — Sun, 08 Feb 2015 18:34:14 GMT

There are monorails between the hotels. Definitely take lightweight clothing. Linen will be your friend.

Re: Vegas in July

OnlyShopsOnline — Mon, 09 Feb 2015 04:11:29 GMT

Casual clothes are fine. I've been many times and have seen very few people all dressed up. BTW, been there in July....it's unbelievably HOT. February is a great time to go. 50's and 60's during the day, and 30's and 40's at night.

Re: Vegas in July

missy1 — Tue, 10 Feb 2015 03:44:25 GMT

stay indoors with ac

Re: Vegas in July

Another new name Sue — Thu, 12 Feb 2015 23:56:28 GMT

Anything goes in LV, and that includes clothing. I would wear crop pants daytime. If you are going to a show or nice dinner, you would want to take a pants outfit or dress. The heat will take your breath away, but you won't be in it much. Have fun.