Packing for a Weekend in Napa Valley : What to Wear Wine Tasting in Wine Country For Every Season

Packing for a weekend in Napa Valley is so exciting! You’ve finally booked your trip to visit California’s Napa Valley or Sonoma County, and you can already picture yourself sipping Cabernet in the vineyards, surrounded by gorgeous grape vines and rolling hillsides… but the big question is WHAT DO YOU WEAR IN WINE COUNTRY?! California is one of the most beautiful places on the planet – and NAPA is a whole other level – it’s gorgeous, and you’re going to want to pack some outfits that will match the iconic vibe.

I grew up about an hour from Napa Valley and Sonoma, so over the years I’ve definitely come to understand all of the different Napa styles and seasons, and what goes into the perfect ‘wine country casual’ outfit, anytime of year. So whether you’re heading to Napa for a bachelorette party, a girls’ weekend, a romantic getaway, or a honeymoon, here is my Ultimate Napa Packing Guide of everything you’ll need in wine country.

What is the weather like in Napa?

The average temperature in Napa Valley By Season is:

Summer: 81°F
Winter: 59°F
Fall: 76°F
Spring: 70°F

What do you wear in Napa?

In Spring and Summer, you’ll love wearing a breezy dress, shorts and a cute top, and flat sandals or wedges. In fall, you might need a light sweater or jacket at night but the days will still be hot, and in winter, you’ll need warmer outfits and a coat, as temperatures fall to the 50’s.

What to wear in Napa in the Spring:

If you’re planning a trip to Napa this Spring, you’re in luck – Springtime in Napa might be my favorite season of all – it’s warm, but not too hot, and you can get really creative with your Spring Napa outfits. It’s also Mustard season in February/March which is just GORGEOUS – it’s when all the mustard seed flowers bloom over the vineyards, it’s like a yellow version of the Lavender Fields in France. In the Spring, you’ll definitely need to check the weather report since the weather can vary so much (it can be rainy and cold or sunny and Summer-like! Just depends on the day).

Click on the products below to shop my favorite Spring Napa outfits:

THE MYKONOS SOLID BLACK LINEN BEACH DRESS

PISTOLA Parker Short Romper in Ecru

Show Me Your Mumu Cannon Romper in SeasaltJanessa Leone Tinsley Hat in Natural

Amanda Uprichard x REVOLVE Vanessa Mini Dress in WhiteMAJORELLE Baker Mini DressL'Academie The Meadow Mini Dress

Veronica Beard Beverly High Rise Skinny Flare in Bright Blue

For Love & Lemons Rosalyn Mini Dress MISA Los Angeles Kaia Dress

 

 MAJORELLE Devon RomperYumi Kim Love Always Mini DressAmanda Uprichard Johanna Maxi

These three dresses are all on sale and would be so perfect for a sunny Spring day! 

Baxley Dress in Black

For Love & Lemons Milani Mini Dress                        

MAJORELLE Ailish Mini Dress        

Amanda Uprichard Gaia Dress

CAROLINE CONSTAS Cornelia Top

PAIGE Poppy Dress

Sabina Musayev Tati Dress

 

LoveShackFancy Firefly Dress

Dolce Vita Tamara WedgeDolce Vita Zemmie Sandal

 

Loeffler Randall Joanna Braided Band Flat Sandals

These pastel sandals are so perfect for a spring day in Napa! 

 

Summer outfits for wine tasting in Napa

Summer in Napa. Are there three better words in the English language!? Napa’s high season is Summertime- and for good reason. It’s GORGEOUS in Napa in the Summer, the vines are blooming, the skies are blue, and the weather is usually hot-hot-hot. But, while the daytime weather is hot, the nights cool down (welcome to the dry summer of California, which doesn’t have the hot humid summer nights east coasters are used to). You’ll want to pack a light jacket for nights, even in the summertime.

My general Napa weekend packing list is: A wine tasting outfit for each day you’re there, a nighttime dinner outfit to change into after tasting, a cute light jacket for the nighttime outfit, shoes to go with each outfit, a workout outfit if you plan on exercising, and a travel outfit for the way there/back to Napa. Here’s what I love to wear in the Summertime.

What to wear in Napa in the Summer:

It generally stays hot in Napa from about May through late October, meaning it’s a perfect excuse to keep wearing your summer clothes into fall and during harvest season in Napa.

Click on the products below to shop my favorite summer Napa outfits:

 

Bella Dahl Sleeveless Utility Romper in Caribbean WashTularosa x Jetset Christina Shiloh Maxi Dress in Robin BlueBLANKNYC Romper in Sandshell

 

THE NAPA RESORT DRESS WITH RUFFLE STRAPS

THE JETSET WHITE BANDEAU MAXI DRESS

Tularosa x Jetset Christina Carly Mini Dress in Summer WhiteTularosa x Jetset Christina Carly Mini Dress in Summer White

 

Shop these dresses:

Steve Madden Sophia-Rose Dress in Faded BlueHouse of Harlow 1960 x Sofia Richie Evelyne Maxi Dress in Watercolor Floral

 

THE NAPA OLIVE GREEN RESORT DRESS WITH RUFFLE STRAPS

Lulus Meadow Flowers White Multi Floral Print Tie-Strap Maxi DressLulus Meadow Flowers White Multi Floral Print Tie-Strap Maxi Dress

 

Janessa Leone Michon Hat in BleachTHE MYKONOS SOLID BLACK LINEN BEACH DRESS

 

Amanda Uprichard x REVOLVE Vanessa Mini Dress in WhiteFor Love & Lemons Jackson Mini Dress in Ivory

What I wore this past weekend in Napa:

THE JETSET WHITE BANDEAU MAXI DRESSTHE NAPA RESORT DRESS WITH RUFFLE STRAPS

THE JETSET WHITE BANDEAU MAXI DRESS

 

 

Hat Attack Avalon Sunhat in Natural & Black  THE JETSET WHITE RESORT DRESS

FAITHFULL THE BRAND Liya Top in El Marsa Floral PrintFAITHFULL THE BRAND Jamais Wrap Top in White LinenL*SPACE Santorini Dress in Rose Quartz

Show Me Your Mumu Outlaw Romper in Pearly White Show Me Your Mumu Outlaw Romper in Tide

Nadira Dress in Clarity Analise Dress in Courtier

Either of these would look so cute with this light jacket for night time:

L'AGENCE Janelle Slim Jacket in Biscuit

LUSH Easy on the Eyes Cream Floral Print Off-the-Shoulder Maxi Dress

  MAJORELLE Tumbleweed Dress in Baby BluePISTOLA Parker Short Romper in Ecru

HEARTLOOM Bali Dress

Kaanas Tenerife Sandal in NaturalRAYE Ange Heel

 THE JETSET WHITE RESORT DRESS

Tularosa x Jetset Christina Shiloh Maxi Dress in Robin BlueTularosa Brier Embroidered Dress in WhitePAIGE Tevin Maxi Dress in Periwinkle MultiRails Crystal Mini DressSeafolly Faithful Midi Dress

THE GRENADA BAMBOO SMOCKED MAXI DRESS

 

Amanda Uprichard Gaia Dress

 

The absolute best jean shorts! 

AGOLDE Recycled Leather Riley Long

MORE TO COME Sherrie Puff Sleeve DressTularosa Britton Mini Dress

Lulus Grateful Feelings Blue Floral Print Puff Sleeve Mini DressLulus Notable Poise Rust Floral Print Lace-Up Ruffled Maxi Dress

 

 

MAJORELLE Daniella Dress in Baby Blue  

L*SPACE Gemma Dress Show Me Your Mumu Sonnett Maxi Dress

ASTR the Label Serilda DressLovers and Friends Vira Dress

 

What to wear in Napa in the Fall:

Harvest season in Napa Valley is such a beautiful time to be there – and Fall Napa outfits are just the best. The weather in the early Fall in Napa is some of the best of the entire year (September and October are harvest season and just GORGEOUS in the Valley, and really feel more like summer) but the air is a tad bit cooler at night. I’d recommend a summery-but-still-works for fall outfit like the below:

 XIRENA Cate Dress

THE MYKONOS SOLID BLACK LINEN BEACH DRESS

  

Bella Dahl Seamed Button Front Romper in Java

Veronica Beard Lisa Bootie in Chestnut

ANAELLE THIGH HIGH BOOTS in Taupe

Cleobella Danae Mini Dress in DelilahMINKPINK Juniper Midi Dress in Blue Floral

525 Dakota Sweater 

Then, when you hit later in October through December, so you can bet you can break out your boots, you just might not need those jackets yet. I think a good rule of thumb for a Napa fall look is a summery/fall dress but add booties!

I love the look of a summery dress paired with booties and a fall jacket for this time of year – that way, you look the ‘fall’ part but you’re not too hot! 

Shop this look:

Lovers and Friends x Jetset Christina Nelly Mini Dress in Natural Black Blooms

BLANKNYC Faux Suede Moto Jacket in HerbRails Ellis Gauze Button Down in White

Sam Edelman Bay Fray 2 Sandal

THE GRENADA BAMBOO SMOCKED MAXI DRESS

 

LOVE this fall hat – it’s unisex so my husband and I both wear it! 

Janessa Leone Michon Hat in Bleach

This dress is perfect for fall tastings in Napa! From Amazon and comes in 13 different colors!!

L'Academie The Rochelle Crop TopAG Jeans x Emrata Colombo Skirt

 

 

LPA Baina Jumpsuit in Brown  Seafolly Faithful Midi Dress in Black

LPA Fabrizia Dress

Shop this dress here

 RAYE River Boot

The Autumn Fedora in Olive

L'Academie Arlo Coat in Black & Tan Check HYACINTH HOUSE Green Diamond Floral Mimi Midi Dress

 

 

Amalie Top in Creamsuperdown Priscilla Ribbed Top in White

What to wear in Napa in the Winter:

Winter in Napa is cozy, chilly, and super romantic. Napa is one of the few places in the world I can say I love just as much when it’s pouring down rain in the winter as I do when it’s 85 and sunny in the Summer.

Winter can get chilly and occasionally rainy, but it never snows in Napa. So break out those over-the-knee-boots, adorable sweaters and coats, and a great winter hat to protect your hair from any potential rain.

Shop the look: this cardigan, long sleeve top, faux leather skirt, and over-the-knee suede boots.

LAMARQUE x REVOLVE Aricia Skirt in Beige

MORE TO COME Kara Wrap Cardigan

AGOLDE Parker Angled Hem Skirt in Beguile

Lovers and Friends Zanele Mini Skirt in Oatmeal

 

 

Free People X REVOLVE Turnt Bodysuit in Honey GingerCommando Ballet Shortsleeve Turtleneck Bodysuit in Black

Autumn Cashmere Batwing Hi Lo Cowl Neck

Steve Madden Naomi Blazer

Show Me Your Mumu Melrose Sweater JacketPISTOLA Brigitte Maxi Dress

Jeffrey Campbell Parisah-2 BootJeffrey Campbell Pillar Heeled Boot

 

 

A cute dress like this polka dot one with a classic black coat would be a great winter in Napa outfit!

Steve Madden Prince Coat

Show Me Your Mumu Melrose Sweater Jacket in Black

LBLC The Label Marie Jacket

Bardot Oversized Check Trench in Burgundy Check

BCBGeneration Mixed Media Sweater

Nine West Women's Alaine Suede Over-The-Knee Boot, Black, 7.5 M US  Lack of Color Pierre Wool Felt Fedora in Black

I love this sweater, these over-the-knee boots, and this black felt hat from Nordstrom – the perfect winter hat in Napa to shield you from any potential rain while looking super chic.

 

ANINE BING Kaia Blazer in Houndstooth

 

 

L'Academie The Jen Sweater Dress in Black

ALOHAS East Alli Boot in Croco BrownSchutz Maryana Boot in Dark Chocolate

 

 

One Grey Day Dani Tank Dress in Falafel

 

What should guys wear in Napa?

A crisp linen, some nice shorts or tailored pants, and boat shoes is always a great Napa look. Here are my favorite looks for a guy to wear wine tasting in Napa or Sonoma

What else should I bring with me for my trip to Napa?

I’m a big fan of bringing a wine carrier to tote around my new bottles that I buy while I’m in wine country (did you know you should NEVER leave your wine in the car? Especially in the Napa heat in the Summer!)

BEIS The Terry Cooler Backpack

 

These two are more expensive but I’m obsessed with the fact that it looks like a purse but is a cooler bag! Great for packing snacks or sticking a bottle or two in but still looks chic!

Pinch Provisions Travel Kit, Navy Vegan Leather, Includes 18 Must-Have Emergency Essential Items for Travelling

Pinch Provisions Travel Kit, Navy Vegan Leather, Includes 18 Must-Have Emergency Essential Items for Travelling

 

And, if you’re planning on bringing any wine home with you in your suitcase – you’re definitely going to want to stock up on these! I use them all the time for packing wine for travel in my suitcase, and they are AMAZING!

Another thing I always have with me in my purse is my Wine Wipes – these keep your teeth from getting stained from red wines and keep them nice and white even after a full day of wine tasting! I’m obsessed.

 

Chateau Spill Red Wine Stain Remover for Clothes

I like to pack a cooler if we’re driving from winery to winery full of some water and snacks so I don’t get too hungry when bouncing from winery to winery (and lots of ice-cold La Croix).

Some wineries will have great cheeses and crackers or breadsticks, but let’s face it, when you’re starting drinking Cab Sauv at 10 am, that is just not enough. Here are some of my go-to wine tasting snacks that fit right in my purse (and are usually the same snacks I bring on planes!)

RXBAR Protein Bars, Protein Snack, Snack Bars, Variety Pack (12 Bars)

Oh Snap! Fresh Pickle Bites Dill & Hottie Variety Pack, 3.5 oz, Pack of 12

 Thank you, snack Gods, for creating these pickle bites. They are SO good, and so addicting. Perfect snack for a day of wine tasting. 

 

Barnana - Himalayan Pink Salt-Flavored Plantain Scoops

These chips are THE BEST. OMG.

And make sure you stop for lunch at one of my Top Places to Eat in Napa Valley!



Booking.com

 

 

Have a blast in Napa, and let me know how it goes in the comments!!

PS – have more questions on Napa or any other destination? Join the JETSETTERS secret facebook group to get & give travel recs to our Jetset Christina community and connect with other #JSCJetsetters!

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