STYLE GUIDE · WEATHER
What to wear at 10–16°C (50–60°F).
In-between weather is the hardest to dress for: cool in the morning, warm at lunch, cool again by evening. The answer is layers you can take off and carry. Here's a simple formula for each temperature, in both °C and °F.
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THE QUICK ANSWER
- Base: a T-shirt, a long-sleeve top or a shirt.
- Middle: a knit, cardigan or overshirt you can remove.
- Outer: a light jacket, such as a trench, denim jacket or light wool coat.
- Bottom and shoes: full-length trousers or a skirt with tights, and closed shoes.
By temperature
| Temperature | Formula | Add if windy, wet or out late |
|---|---|---|
| 16°C / 60°F | A long-sleeve top or shirt with a light jacket or overshirt | A scarf |
| 13°C / 55°F | A T-shirt plus a knit, with a light jacket | A heavier jacket or a trench with a lining |
| 10°C / 50°F | A long-sleeve base, a knit and a light wool coat or padded jacket | Tights or thermal leggings, and a hat |
Sun, wind and humidity change how a temperature feels. Sunshine can make 13°C feel much warmer, while wind and rain can make it feel several degrees colder. Dress for how it feels, not just the number.
Four outfits
- Work: tailored trousers, a fine knit over a shirt, a trench coat and loafers.
- Weekend: jeans, a T-shirt, an overshirt or cardigan, and trainers.
- Dinner: a midi dress with tights and ankle boots, plus a tailored coat.
- Walking or travel: comfortable trousers, a long-sleeve top, a packable jacket and supportive shoes.
The outfit studio builds the same idea around your occasion. Choose Mild · a light layer.
The layering rules
- Thin layers beat one thick layer. Two light ones give you more control.
- The middle layer is your thermostat. Pick something easy to remove and carry, such as a cardigan, zip knit or overshirt.
- Cover your feet and ankles. Closed shoes and full-length trousers make a big difference in cool, damp weather.
- Keep colours simple. Layers look intentional when they share a palette. See our colour combinations.
Celsius and Fahrenheit, side by side
| °C | °F | Feels like |
|---|---|---|
| 8 | 46 | Cold: a proper coat |
| 10 | 50 | Cool: a coat or padded jacket |
| 13 | 55 | Fresh: a knit and a light jacket |
| 16 | 61 | Mild: one light layer |
| 18 | 64 | Pleasant: a long-sleeve top, maybe a layer |
| 21 | 70 | Warm: short sleeves |
Sources: Temperature conversions are rounded to the nearest degree. Search figures: "what to wear in 60 degree weather", about 3,600 a month in the US (DataForSEO via OpenSEO, October 2026). These are common conventions; the host's or family's wishes always come first.