Do you wear dresses at the parks when its hot?

[DWillowBay]

You Bet! Skirts...sometimes with shorts, usually not. So comfortable!​

 

[Tinkermommy]

I wear dresses too and I second the Jockey skimmies.

Athleta has great dresses and skirts. I have one like this.
http://athleta.gap.com/browse/product.do?cid=1017324&vid=1&pid=215068012


The material is like a swimsuit to even if it gets wet it dries quickly.

 

[Paigevon]

I prefer shorts under dress over shorts and shirt or just dress because:

Dresses are cuter to me, and light and airy and not clingy around the waist.

The shorts I wear are super thin and unstructured so would look awkward visible with a shirt, yet are super comfortable and in the small chance my dress lifts up for any reason, less is shown than undies.

I am just under 5'2" and under 120 lbs but my thighs still rub together even as petite as I am! Thin, fitted shorts help better than regular shorts in preventing chaffing.

 

[crazymomof4]

DD15 and I "Disney Bound" on some days, so yes, we often wear sundresses. As others mentioned, we wear bike shorts (usually white or black) underneath so we don't have to worry about "overexposure" while on or getting in/out of rides.

 

[DemonLlama]

just a tip for the ladies who layer the spandex to counter chafing -- there is a lighter alternative. Search bandelettes.com. I became a believer last summer -- they stay in place all day, even in the most humid conditions, are super light, and zero chafing after a lot of walking.

 

[Hezzy04]

For all who wear dresses or skirts....what kind of shoes/sandals do you wear!? That is my main reason for not wearing more skirts or dresses...not sure what I can wear comfortably on my feet that will also look good. L

 

[TXStormtrooper]

DD15 and I "Disney Bound" on some days, so yes, we often wear sundresses. As others mentioned, we wear bike shorts (usually white or black) underneath so we don't have to worry about "overexposure" while on or getting in/out of rides.

My DD is also 15, and we are Disney Bounders, too!

 

[Dug720]

Nope.

Two words.

Chub. Rub.

Nothing words than chaffed thighs.

 

[poppinspenguins]

A little tmi...sorry.

I am not a fan of skirts and dresses in super hot weather. You know when you sit down and your thighs kinda splay out ? (Sounds dirty haha...no other way to explain it) I hate dresses and shorter shorts because of the feeling when you are sitting and all sweating and the chafing.

I always go for Bermuda length or capris.
If I wear the dress, it when we are walking around resort or going to dinner.

Also to another posters point...not sure what I would shoes to wear with dress. Maybe something like sperrys?

 

[porschegrl]

For all who wear dresses or skirts....what kind of shoes/sandals do you wear!? That is my main reason for not wearing more skirts or dresses...not sure what I can wear comfortably on my feet that will also look good. L

This question comes up regularly; I think if you do a search on 'sketchers' you'll probably find most if not all of the relevant threads. After reading one of them, I bought a pair of Sketchers Go Walks. I haven't had a chance to actually wear them in the parks yet, but I've been breaking them in and seeing how they look with all my favorite dresses. It's a nice sporty-cute look.

 

[Lyricallie]

I like wearing summer dresses too. Coming from the UK I die in the summer heat in Fl. I'm clearly not very modest as I didn't think about my people seeing my pants getting out a ride haha. Oh well as long as they're clean

I do agree with the chafing situation though, I get it badly through tights too, so I'll definitely look into wearing my gym shorts as they're the shiny cycle material! Good points guys!

 

[Pixie Dust ✨]

I love wearing dresses to the parks. I will wear bike shorts underneath if I have plans for Space Mountain or other "awkward" rides. I just like the way a dress feels better than I like the way a top & shorts feel.

Also, shorts + 90 degree weather + exposed surfaces = butt burn. That doesn't happen with dresses!

 

[ArielSRL]

For shoes, I wear Croc sandals and those would look fine with dresses and skirts.

ETA: it's enough support for me, but some might need more supportive shoes.

 

[Chickkypoo]

I often wear maxi dresses to the parks, but no shorts underneath unless I'm wearing a shorter dress. Body Glide is fabulous if you're worried about chafing!

 

[Dug720]

I often wear maxi dresses to the parks, but no shorts underneath unless I'm wearing a shorter dress. Body Glide is fabulous if you're worried about chafing!

Sadly it wears off when you're too hot and sweaty and after so long (5 marathons - all over 6 hours - under my belt so I know whereof I speak). I guess if you're prepared to reapply, go for it, but I've found it super hard to reapply when it's sweated off - and you have to reapply more often then.

Easier to wear shorts or capris.

 

[monorailmom]

My DD's and I love wearing sundresses, with things they call "slip shorts" underneath. I don't remember the brand, but we get them at Target in the underwear dept. They are very thin, light, don't make us sweat, but make wearing dresses in the August heat just wonderful!!!

 

[Chickkypoo]

Sadly it wears off when you're too hot and sweaty and after so long (5 marathons - all over 6 hours - under my belt so I know whereof I speak). I guess if you're prepared to reapply, go for it, but I've found it super hard to reapply when it's sweated off - and you have to reapply more often then.

Easier to wear shorts or capris.

I've found generally for a day in the park that it works great for me. Unfortunately, I've found even with capris or shorts I still need to use the Body Glide, particularly if it's a hot day and I'm going to be doing a lot of walking, or I still wind up with some chafing near the tops of my legs.

Different things work for different people

 

[Pixie Dust ✨]

OT question for those who use Body Glide - would it be possible to use it on your feet, like to prevent blistering or "sticking" from shoes/sandals? (Sorry if this is a ridiculous question, but I'm imagining it as some type of balm & am wondering if it would work!)

 

[Jennasis]

OT question for those who use Body Glide - would it be possible to use it on your feet, like to prevent blistering or "sticking" from shoes/sandals? (Sorry if this is a ridiculous question, but I'm imagining it as some type of balm & am wondering if it would work!)

Yep you can.

 

[bucky1023]

I only wear dresses in the summer (at home and WDW, no micro-mini... too old for that now but usually knee or right about knee length). Since I've been wearing them for years I can get in and out of rides without embarrassing myself but you do have to take a little extra care so you don't flash others.

I just find it easier to pack (5 days = 5 dress) and dress to make it to the parks extra early. Also MUCH cooler for me