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YouLookFab Forum » Topic: Dallas in Mid-March? https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/dallas-in-mid-march Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Sat, 02 May 2026 16:17:49 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 <![CDATA[Search]]> q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php Janet on "Dallas in Mid-March?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/dallas-in-mid-march#post-1437759 Thu, 05 Feb 2015 19:18:06 +0000 Janet 1437759@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I spend a lot of time in east Texas, and I can attest that March can range from downright cold to quite warm, so I agree, layering is the way to go! You've received lots of great tips. I agree that the Arboretum is wonderful -- I attended a wedding there years ago and really need to go back next time I'm in the area. Have fun! chadya on "Dallas in Mid-March?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/dallas-in-mid-march#post-1437737 Thu, 05 Feb 2015 18:18:29 +0000 chadya 1437737@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ @Hilary, My Daughter moved from being in NYC for 4 years and growing  up in Nth Jersey in Mid August so it has been a big change for her too.  Thanks for your input too We have a list of things to do but thanks for the heads up on school vacations as we decided to come during our son's spring break.  Western Wear shopping is def on my mind, and we have a day planned in Fort Worth.  North Jersey has every store so I think I am safe there. Hilary on "Dallas in Mid-March?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/dallas-in-mid-march#post-1437669 Thu, 05 Feb 2015 15:45:14 +0000 Hilary 1437669@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ When are you going to be here?  Many school districts in the area are on break either the week of 9-13 or 16-20 March (just for awareness- the spots you visit may be a bit busier). All that you are hearing about layers is spot on.  I live near the DFW airport.  Last week, it was sunny and I had the windows open; today it is grey and I am wearing sweaters.  The weather could be anywhere from 50-80.  Depending on where you are coming from, this will likely be a pleasantly warm change. I moved to DFW from DC about 18 months ago and will give you a little insight into what I have seen and learn since the move.  Texans wear a lot more color (the DC palette is often black, grey, and navy); things will be brighter.  And shinier- there is a lot of jewelry and general bling; my eight-year-old niece summed this up happily with the mantra "shiny is pretty" (she is a convert).  So feel free to pack fewer clothes and accessorize more.  There will be boots in Dallas- and even more boots if you head to Fort Worth; the two cities have distinct flavors: Dallas is flashier and oil money; Fort Worth is cattle ranch and Western.  Amon Carter (from Fort Worth) said that Dallas is where the East peters out; Fort Worth is where the West begins.  Texans tend to dress up more- less frump, more pulled together- it's something to think about when you are going out to dinner or off to a museum.  And on the subject of food, DFW has great food.  And the Mexican food really is so much better.  Order queso and some guacamole made at your table. As to what to do, you likely have some of that planned out already.  I like the Fort Worth Botanic Garden (<a rel="nofollow" href="http://fwbg.org">http://fwbg.org</a>) and have heard great things about the Dallas Arboretum (<a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.dallasarboretum.org">http://www.dallasarboretum.org</a>).  The Dallas Museum of Art is a favorite place of mine (<a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.dma.org">https://www.dma.org</a>).  I love the Fort Worth Zoo (<a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.fortworthzoo.org/plan-a-visit/">https://www.fortworthzoo.org/plan-a-visit/</a>) and given that it is likely to be mild and spring-like during your visit, this could be a great way to spend a day.  Dallas has loads of shopping, which may not be of interest to you, as you like have many similar store where you are.  But if you want to do some nice shopping and window shopping, North Park Mall has great stores and (this is MY favorite part) instead of kiosks selling iPhone cases and Dead Sea Salt lotion, the public areas in the mall are filled with sculptures and botanic arrangements.  Greenville Avenue is very cool- hip restaurants and shops, as is Deep Ellum.  And two final favorites near SMU- JD's Chippery (<a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.jdschippery.com">http://www.jdschippery.com</a>) for cookies (get a snicker doodle- trust me; PS- bring cash) and right around the corner- Bubba's for seriously good fried chicken and home cooking (<a rel="nofollow" href="http://bubbasdallas.com">http://bubbasdallas.com</a>).  Actually, all of Snider Plaza (<a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.sniderplaza.net">http://www.sniderplaza.net</a>) is pretty nice. Well, that is likely more than you wanted to know.  I hope you enjoy your visit.  Please let me know if there is anything else you need. texstyle on "Dallas in Mid-March?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/dallas-in-mid-march#post-1437659 Thu, 05 Feb 2015 15:04:54 +0000 texstyle 1437659@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I agree with the others about weather -  layers is best. It's been a while but years ago, we enjoyed the Deep Ellum area - if you like local art, local food concepts, and music. <a href="http://deepellumtexas.com/" rel="nofollow">http://deepellumtexas.com/</a> chadya on "Dallas in Mid-March?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/dallas-in-mid-march#post-1437658 Thu, 05 Feb 2015 15:04:09 +0000 chadya 1437658@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Thanks layering is what we expected. Ft Worth is on the list My daughter is there now and I see that the weather is extremely variable 20's to 60's last week cjh on "Dallas in Mid-March?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/dallas-in-mid-march#post-1437649 Thu, 05 Feb 2015 14:44:48 +0000 cjh 1437649@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I found Dallas to be "cold" to me in early April, coming from Midwest. Temps were in the 60's mostly. (Though my daughter took her toddler to the park in 80 degree weather for a few days just last week.) I expected it to be warm enough for jeans and 3/4 sleeve tops, but found I needed layers and jackets as outside in mornings, evenings and windy days were chilly. That being said, I did remove layers in the warm and sunny parts of the day. You should probably take layering options, gloves and a hooded jacket. If you have a chance to go to the Dallas Arboretum on White Rock Lake, don't miss it. The gate price is a little high, but well worth the money. If you are there in late March, you may be treated to spectacular magnolias! and early April brings the azaleas - Wow! I love the Japanese maple grove, and Women's Garden with old fashioned plantings and wisteria arbors. You could call to see what's blooming at the time of your visit. The Dallas zoo is nice - we enjoyed it very much; and we've heard the Ft. Worth area zoo is even better. crst on "Dallas in Mid-March?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/dallas-in-mid-march#post-1437640 Thu, 05 Feb 2015 14:23:43 +0000 crst 1437640@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Dallas weather in March can range from the 40s to the 80s, and sometimes over the course of a week.  Although March will probably be on the warmer end of that range.  I always have items in mind that can layer if necessary and check the weather forecast right before I go.  It is a tough place to pack for unless you are flexible.  The museums are good in the DFW area.  Texas School Book Depository (Kennedy assassination museum) is interesting. Be sure to make it over to Fort Worth, less than an hour away.  Stockyards, Billy Bobs, Sundance Square (especially at night), good restaurants around the TCU area. If you are taking kids, Six Flags Over Texas in Arlington is good. chadya on "Dallas in Mid-March?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/dallas-in-mid-march#post-1437634 Thu, 05 Feb 2015 14:10:40 +0000 chadya 1437634@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Taking a trip to Dallas in mid March never been there, Need some guideline for what to take as far as the weather, for me and spouse. will be there for 5 days. sightseeing etc  we have a list but ideas ideas for places to go also welcome,