What Can I Wear In Italy This Summer?

Posted by admin in What to wear? on 06 3rd, 2009 | 5 responses


I am going to Milan, Venice, Florence, Pisa, and Rome and I have no clue on what clothing I should pack but at the the same time doesn’t scream american.



5 Responses to “What Can I Wear In Italy This Summer?”

  1. Stef says:
    June 3, 2009 at 5:25 pm

    I’ve traveled through Italy on a number of occasions and I love to travel in style.
    I agree, pack sundresses, but none that are too print-y or loud, neutral colors blend in well with the locals there, stick to black if you can, but it gets hot. Capri’s and skirts work well too, but again, make sure they’re understated and not too loud.
    I would pack a number of basic tops, plain spaghetti straps, and anything you can layer. That way you can mix and match different shirts to make very different outfits.
    As far as shoes go, I traveled mostly in comfy leather sandals-Rainbows work well, but make sure they’re subtle or the will cry “American”. Leave the hiking sandals and sneakers at home, and anything else that has blatant American Logos on it. The best way to fit in and be comfortable are some cute flats, either ballet type flats of strappier leather sandals.
    But after all the basics are packed the BEST advice I can give you is to pack a couple of these and if possible shop for the rest there.
    That way you know that you’re shopping at stores the locals shop for there.
    Don’t freak out- even though Italy is known for iconic brands such as Dolce & Gabbana, Versace, and Valentino, you don’t have to go there to fit in. Stores like Zara, H&M, and Mango are great trendy and VERY inexpensive places to shop. I got a pair of pointy flats from Zara for $20USD and I wore them EVERYWHERE. If you are familiar with H&M, these prices and styles are comparable. I guarantee you won’t walk out of at least one of these stores with an entire outfit.
    Also don’t be afraid to walk into boutique stores as well. Even tough boutiques in America are usually more expensive than department stores, in Italy they sometimes can be cheaper (and more unique!)
    Have a great time! You’re gonna love it!
    Ciao!

  2. chicagog says:
    June 3, 2009 at 10:19 pm

    When I went to Italy & Greece 2 years ago, I packet a lot of cotton sundresses & skirts. Since you will be traveling, pack clothes that won’t wrinkle very easily and that will be comfortable to walk in. I also packed a couple pairs of versatile capri pants (one was a cute cropped pair of denim capris, which were a bit nicer than normal jeans) that would go with all of the tops I packed. I wore mostly tank tops & had 2 pretty scarves and a couple cardigans to wear if it got chilly at night. I didn’t wear flip flops, but instead wore comfortable flat sandals. I packed 1 pair of heels for nightime, which I wore twice out of 18 days. Definitely go shoe & scarf shopping in Florence!! You can find really beautiful & affordable merchandise in the markets. Have a wonderful trip! Be aware that you need to have your shoulders covered in the Vatican.

  3. kittysue says:
    June 4, 2009 at 12:14 am

    You can usually tell American tourists because they are wearing shorts in cities. Italians only wear shorts at beach resorts. Stick with skirts, sundresses, linen pants or capris in hot weather. Aerosoles has cute comfy flats that are good for walking and aren’t touristy like tennis shoes. Rather than a backpack, get a good tote bag or large purse that will fit your camera, guide book, etc

  4. chick chik chaka says:
    June 4, 2009 at 12:32 am

    It will be very hot so wear what you feel comfortable in.. shorts, skirts, t-shirts, trainers, sneakers, flip flop.. just remember that if you are going to visit Churches you have to have your shoulder and your knees covered, and also your feet.. just don’t dress up as if you were going to the beach.

  5. Besos says:
    June 4, 2009 at 5:20 am

    bermuda shorts or shortshorts
    simple colored tops
    sunglasses
    a hat if u want
    sandals
    bring a sweater just in case
    and yea
    like they will still b able to tell if your american or not just as long as u rnt wearin lik pastry shoes on with baby phat and things like that

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