What to Wear in the Hills in Summer: Manali, Rishikesh & Mussoorie

What should you wear in the hills in summer? Dress in layers: breathable cotton dresses, jumpsuits or jeans with tops for warm afternoons, plus a shirt or light jacket for cool mornings and evenings. Choose comfortable walking shoes with grip, and pack one warmer layer for higher altitudes.

The layering formula

1. Base: a breathable top, dress or jumpsuit.
2. Mid-layer: a shirt you can open, knot or tie around your waist — like the checkered yoke denim shirt or the hooded check shirt.
3. Outer layer: a light jacket or shawl for evenings at altitude.

Outfits by plan

Café hopping in Rishikesh or Old Manali

A cotton jumpsuit with sneakers — try the ombre schiffli dungaree jumpsuit — with the denim shirt tied at the waist.

Easy walks and viewpoints

Jeans, a relaxed top and trail-friendly shoes. Skip long trailing hems on rocky paths.

Evenings

A sleeved dress with ankle boots and your shirt or shawl on top — the mustard balloon-sleeve dress is a warm-toned favourite.

What not to pack

• Heavy pieces you can’t layer
• Only sleeveless outfits
• Brand-new shoes you haven’t walked in

Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Manali in June?

Days are usually pleasant, but mornings, evenings and higher passes can be cold — carry a warm layer.

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