Woman wearing the Claire Desjardins Dreamy Blue linen dress with white sandals

What to Wear in Osoyoos This Summer: Outfits for the Lake, Wine Tours and the Golf Course

Osoyoos summers are hot and dry, so the best outfits here are light, breathable and easy to move in, with a layer for the evening. For lake days, reach for a flowing dress or cover-up over your swimsuit. For wine touring, choose a linen dress or cropped wide-leg pant with comfortable flat sandals. For golf, a skort and moisture-wicking top keep you cool.

Here's how we'd put each look together, from our boutique on Main Street.

Lake Days: Easy, Breezy and Sun-Smart

Whether you're at a lakeside beach or on a friend's boat, comfort comes first. A loose cotton dress slips over a swimsuit and takes you straight from the water to a patio lunch, and a striped tank with shorts is an easy alternative. Add a wide-brimmed sun hat, sunglasses and sandals you can walk in.

Woman wearing the Tribal cream cotton tunic dress with black leaf print and flip-flopsTribal Cotton Tunic Dress Woman wearing the Tribal sleeveless reversible A-line dress in black with a daisy printTribal Reversible A-Line Dress Woman wearing the Tribal striped tank top with beige shorts and sandalsTribal Striped Tank Top Wallaroo Paloma sun hat in ivoryWallaroo Paloma Sun Hat

Forgot your swimsuit? See our downtown Osoyoos shopping guide for where to find one on Main Street, and browse more sun hats online.

Wine Touring: Polished but Practical

Tasting rooms are relaxed, but most of us like to look put together. A linen or printed midi dress, or cropped wide-leg pants with a soft top, keeps you cool on sunny patios. Choose flat sandals or low wedges, because vineyard paths are often gravel or grass. Bring a light layer, like a linen-blend jacket, for air-conditioned tasting rooms, and a crossbody bag to keep your hands free for a glass.

Woman wearing the Claire Desjardins Dreamy Blue patterned linen dress with white sandalsClaire Desjardins Dreamy Blue Linen Dress Woman wearing the Alison Sheri sleeveless blue and white paisley midi dress with waist tieAlison Sheri Paisley Midi Dress Woman wearing the Tribal Sophia crop palazzo pant with a patterned top and heeled sandalsTribal Sophia Crop Palazzo Pant Woman wearing the Charlie B printed linen blend jacket over a white top and jeansCharlie B Printed Linen Blend Jacket

On the Golf Course: Cool and Comfortable

Summer tee times in the South Okanagan call for breathable, moisture-wicking fabrics. A skort gives you freedom to move with built-in coverage, and a performance top keeps you cool. For extra sun protection, look for pieces with UPF, like Tribal's mesh mock-neck zip-up, which is rated UPF 50+. Add a visor or brimmed hat, and pack a light layer for early mornings.

Woman golfing in the Tribal high performance pull-on skort with a white jacket and visorTribal Pull-On Performance Skort Woman wearing the Tribal high performance skort in a navy floral print with white sneakersTribal Floral Performance Skort Woman wearing the Tribal green leaf print performance quarter-zip long sleeve topTribal Performance Quarter-Zip Top Woman wearing the Tribal UPF 50+ mesh mock-neck zip-up in a blue and green leaf printTribal UPF 50+ Mock Neck Zip-Up

See more golf-ready pieces in our Activewear collection and skorts.

Summer Evenings: Day to Night

Evenings in Osoyoos are made for dining al fresco and watching the sun go down over the lake. A flowing jumpsuit or a colourful printed dress with a statement earring is all you need. Temperatures drop after sunset, so tuck a lightweight jacket or open crochet cardigan into your bag.

Woman wearing the Tribal sleeveless blue leaf print cotton jumpsuit with tie waistTribal Blue Flowy Jumpsuit Woman wearing the Claire Desjardins Spun Through the Seasons sleeveless abstract print dressClaire Desjardins Spun Through the Seasons Dress Woman wearing the Tribal light beige floral textured jacket with brown pantsTribal Floral Textured Jacket Point Zero open-front crochet cardigan with pink, cream and green floral patternPoint Zero Crochet Cardigan

Summer Packing Questions

How hot does Osoyoos get in summer?

Osoyoos is known for some of the warmest summer weather in Canada, so pack for heat, bring sun protection and plan a layer for the evenings.

What should I wear to a winery in the Okanagan?

Smart casual is perfect: a sundress, or cropped wide-leg pants with a nice top, plus flat, comfortable shoes for uneven paths.

Visit Us on Main Street

Forgot something at home, or want a new outfit for your trip? Visit us at 8510 Main Street in downtown Osoyoos, Tuesday to Saturday, 10 am to 5 pm, and we'll help you put together looks for every part of your stay. Free shipping in Canada on orders over $125.

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