I'm attending the French Open May 24-June 1. I'm really struggling with what kind of clothes to take that will work during the day in the stadium (how do people dress for that anyways) and that can then be used for days when I site see or go out in the evening. I'm female and 50, my son who is coming along is 18. I'm leaning towards blacks and whites, that I can mix & match. Also, I would like to wear jeans and have bought a couple of pairs of designer jeans that are dark blue to wear with comfortable heels. Do I really need a skirt or dress? The heels I have look good with pants, not so good with skirts. I have a cute pair of sandals I was going to take for daytime and the stadium, weather permitting. I also have some Privo walking shoes in a grey color and a pair of black Skechers. I don't want to overpack and I don't want to get there and find I have all the wrong stuff. Any help or advice would be apprectiated.

People dress the way they want at the French Open. Do you prefer to dress the way you don't want to?

I am struggling with the same dilemma. I want to dress for myself and appropriately for the occasion. Looked for photos of last years attire and there are none.

Personally, I'd be more comfortable in a skirt or dress, especially if it's warm. But I don't think you need to worry about meeting some dress code - it's just tennis.

One of my priorities when traveling is comfortable footwear. That doesn't usually involve much of a heel (though there are very comfortable shoes out there with heels). Wear what you want, but make sure it's comfortable. Unless you're racing from the Open to Taillevent, whatever you choose should work.

Frankly I think jeans are too hot - and unless you're very slender don't look great on women after a certain age. Skirts or dresses aren't necessary but I would wear tailored lightweight trousers - with flats or skechers maryjanes or similar for walking and save any heels for going out to dinner. (Again I sometimes do a dress but usually pants - not jeans - tailored linen or silk pants with a matching top or jacket and silk tee).

But - you want to wear what will be comfortable. I don;t wear jeans here either (except for bad weather, the country or doing errands on the weekends). And when I do wear them they're either black or very dark blue and fitted - no kid's jeans.

All of these what to wear questions are always kind of a mystery to me, since I dress in europe just like I do at home. And have never had any problems with it or comments on it.

I agree that jeans could be far too hot for Paris in June (especially while watching tennis). Pack one pair (if you really like them) and then pack capris. They're a little cooler than trousers, you can show off a nice pair of sandals (and a pedicure) and you can dress them up a little with a jacket or a nice shirt.

June can be, but isn't necessarily, hot in Paris, so be prepared for changing weather - a pashmina, a lightweight raincoast, and at least two pairs of comfortable shoes in case one pair gets wet.

I used to live a few blocks away from wear they hold the French Open. I will add a recommendation for one of my favourite restaurants in Paris: Le Vin dans les voiles, 8, rue Chapu, 8, rue Chapu, 75016 Paris, France, +33 1 46 47 83 98, near the Seine in the southern end of the 16th (probablya 15-20 minute walk from the stadium). It has a website. It's a small, unpretentious wine bar that has a very good, short menu and reasonable prices. Because the restaurant is so small, you should make a reservation - and during the French Open, you might want to reserve a night or two in advance. We also like Le Congres (Auteuil), at 144 Blvd Exelmans. It's at an intersection that's very close to the pedestrian traffic flow to/from the stadium. Le Murat, across the street, is trendier and more expensive. Le Beaujolais d'Auteuil (close to the others, on the very far side of the intersection) is also good - it's a classic little bistro.

What would you wear to a baseball game or a football game? There is no dress code, and their is no need to dress up.

It isn't Wimbledon!

frogoutofwater--We visited Roland Garros two years ago and afterward had lunch at Le Murat. It was good, but expensive.