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Traveling to Italy? Italians can be very fashion-conscious, so there are a few things you should know about dressing in Italy. There is no formal dress code, but fashion is important in Italian culture, and Italians typically pay close attention to another persons clothes. | Traveling to Italy? Italians can be very fashion-conscious, so there are a few things you should know about dressing in Italy. There is no formal dress code, but fashion is important in Italian culture, and Italians typically pay close attention to another persons clothes. | ||
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#Make sure everything you wear fits well, and has clean lines. Italians love a classy look that emphasizes a persons good points. | #Make sure everything you wear fits well, and has clean lines. Italians love a classy look that emphasizes a persons good points. | ||
#*Capri pants are a good choice for women; Italians may wear shorts only at resorts. Men rarely wear very short shorts outside of vacation. | #*Capri pants are a good choice for women; Italians may wear shorts only at resorts. Men rarely wear very short shorts outside of vacation. | ||
| − | #*If you’re wearing a suit, put on a tie with it. You should probably skip the track suit or sweat pants. It’s going to look too informal for Italy. Pack business casual clothing for your vacation, something you’d be willing to wear to work.<ref>http://traveltips.usatoday.com/dress-vacation-italy-1482.html</ref> | + | #*If you’re wearing a suit, put on a tie with it. You should probably skip the track suit or sweat pants. It’s going to look too informal for Italy. Pack business casual clothing for your vacation, something you’d be willing to wear to work.<ref name="rf1">http://traveltips.usatoday.com/dress-vacation-italy-1482.html</ref> |
#*Avoid baggy clothes. Italians are partial to clothing that is nicely fitted. So skip the slouchy shirt or baggy jeans. Italians do wear jeans though, but they would pair them with a dressy top. | #*Avoid baggy clothes. Italians are partial to clothing that is nicely fitted. So skip the slouchy shirt or baggy jeans. Italians do wear jeans though, but they would pair them with a dressy top. | ||
| − | #Wear nice shoes. Italians study shoes, and they like a classy she without too much fake bling. Leave the flip flops, gaudy sandals, and Crocs at home.<ref>http://www.thelocal.it/galleries/lifestyle/how-to-dress-like-an-italian</ref> | + | #Wear nice shoes. Italians study shoes, and they like a classy she without too much fake bling. Leave the flip flops, gaudy sandals, and Crocs at home.<ref name="rf2">http://www.thelocal.it/galleries/lifestyle/how-to-dress-like-an-italian</ref> |
#*Choose a high quality fabric or leather in your shoes. Make sure that your shoes are in good shape. Get them shined! Pay attention to comfort, too, though, if you’re going to be walking long distances to see the sites. | #*Choose a high quality fabric or leather in your shoes. Make sure that your shoes are in good shape. Get them shined! Pay attention to comfort, too, though, if you’re going to be walking long distances to see the sites. | ||
| − | #*Italians will recognize and appreciate designer labels in shoes as well as clothing. This doesn't mean, however, you have to wear designer clothing to look good in Italy. As long as your clothes are classy and clean you should be ok. Tennis shoes and cheap flip flops are not considered nice shoes and will mark you as a tourist. If your a female, think of simple ballet style shoes or a nice classy boot or runner (such as PUMA). You can’t go wrong, though, with nice leather shoes.<ref>https://www.walksofitaly.com/blog/how-to/what-italians-wear-in-spring</ref> | + | #*Italians will recognize and appreciate designer labels in shoes as well as clothing. This doesn't mean, however, you have to wear designer clothing to look good in Italy. As long as your clothes are classy and clean you should be ok. Tennis shoes and cheap flip flops are not considered nice shoes and will mark you as a tourist. If your a female, think of simple ballet style shoes or a nice classy boot or runner (such as PUMA). You can’t go wrong, though, with nice leather shoes.<ref name="rf3">https://www.walksofitaly.com/blog/how-to/what-italians-wear-in-spring</ref> |
#*Wear high heels at night when dining out if you’re female. There are some restaurants that won’t let you in if you’re wearing flat shoes. Wedge shoes will be easier to walk in than stilettos. If you’re not in a city, though, you might want to forgo the heels because you could encounter cobblestone streets. | #*Wear high heels at night when dining out if you’re female. There are some restaurants that won’t let you in if you’re wearing flat shoes. Wedge shoes will be easier to walk in than stilettos. If you’re not in a city, though, you might want to forgo the heels because you could encounter cobblestone streets. | ||
#Change your dress for the evening. Italians dress differently for the time of day. You’ll want to consider changing your dress when day turns to night. Try to bring a pair of long pants with lighter fabric for hotter months. | #Change your dress for the evening. Italians dress differently for the time of day. You’ll want to consider changing your dress when day turns to night. Try to bring a pair of long pants with lighter fabric for hotter months. | ||
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# Don't wear socks with sandals. Italians rarely wear socks with sandals or white socks beneath trousers. On the other hand, they typically wear socks with closed shoes. They always match the colour of the sock to the colour of the shoe. | # Don't wear socks with sandals. Italians rarely wear socks with sandals or white socks beneath trousers. On the other hand, they typically wear socks with closed shoes. They always match the colour of the sock to the colour of the shoe. | ||
#*When Italians do wear socks, it’s often very short socks not knee length or calf length socks. These socks are sometimes called “fantasmi,” which means invisible. | #*When Italians do wear socks, it’s often very short socks not knee length or calf length socks. These socks are sometimes called “fantasmi,” which means invisible. | ||
| − | #Avoid the most common tourist looks. This is especially important if you’re in a big city where safety could be an issue. Advertising that you are a tourist could make you a target.<ref> http://www.yourguidetoitaly.com/dressing-tips-while-traveling-in-italy.html</ref> | + | #Avoid the most common tourist looks. This is especially important if you’re in a big city where safety could be an issue. Advertising that you are a tourist could make you a target.<ref name="rf4"> http://www.yourguidetoitaly.com/dressing-tips-while-traveling-in-italy.html</ref> |
#*The best way to look like a tourist fast? Wear a fanny pack or money belt. This just advertises that you’re walking around with money. | #*The best way to look like a tourist fast? Wear a fanny pack or money belt. This just advertises that you’re walking around with money. | ||
#*Lugging around a backpack can also get you pegged as a tourist. You will want to carefully store important documents, and credit cards, in an inside pocket or front pocket so someone doesn’t pick your pocket. | #*Lugging around a backpack can also get you pegged as a tourist. You will want to carefully store important documents, and credit cards, in an inside pocket or front pocket so someone doesn’t pick your pocket. | ||
#*T-shirts, tennis shoes, and any shirt or sweatshirt with a slogan on it will probably make you look like a tourist. Slouchy and scuffed is out; fitted and impeccable is in. Nice fabrics go a long way. | #*T-shirts, tennis shoes, and any shirt or sweatshirt with a slogan on it will probably make you look like a tourist. Slouchy and scuffed is out; fitted and impeccable is in. Nice fabrics go a long way. | ||
#Dress differently based on geography. [[Dress Italian Chic|Italian fashion]] sense varies depending on what portion of the country you’re in. It’s a mistake to think there’s just one way to dress in Italy. | #Dress differently based on geography. [[Dress Italian Chic|Italian fashion]] sense varies depending on what portion of the country you’re in. It’s a mistake to think there’s just one way to dress in Italy. | ||
| − | #*The main geographic differences can be found between the south and the north of Italy. Remember that Milan is in the north, and it’s a sophisticated city that is a major hub of the global fashion industry. The style there would be sophisticated and reliant on designer name brands.<ref> http://travelfashiongirl.com/what-to-wear-in-italy-dress-like-a-local/</ref> | + | #*The main geographic differences can be found between the south and the north of Italy. Remember that Milan is in the north, and it’s a sophisticated city that is a major hub of the global fashion industry. The style there would be sophisticated and reliant on designer name brands.<ref name="rf5"> http://travelfashiongirl.com/what-to-wear-in-italy-dress-like-a-local/</ref> |
#*In the south, such as in Rome, there would be more adherence to local traditions and trends that are not as contingent on the fashion industry. Dress more formally if you’re visiting a big city instead of a rural country town. | #*In the south, such as in Rome, there would be more adherence to local traditions and trends that are not as contingent on the fashion industry. Dress more formally if you’re visiting a big city instead of a rural country town. | ||
#*Another difference to consider is that the north gets pretty cold in the winter, although it’s warm during the summer months, whereas the south is pretty warm all year round. | #*Another difference to consider is that the north gets pretty cold in the winter, although it’s warm during the summer months, whereas the south is pretty warm all year round. | ||
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#*During the spring and summer, you should also pack sunscreen to protect your skin, especially if you burn easily. | #*During the spring and summer, you should also pack sunscreen to protect your skin, especially if you burn easily. | ||
#*A straw hat with a brim is a great way to protect your skin and eyes and also look chic to Italians, whether you’re dressed for a formal or informal occasion. | #*A straw hat with a brim is a great way to protect your skin and eyes and also look chic to Italians, whether you’re dressed for a formal or informal occasion. | ||
| − | #Bring a jacket or sweater. You may need these items when dressing at night, when it can get colder and also when dining in a nice restaurant. Men should pack a nicely tailored jacket.<ref | + | #Bring a jacket or sweater. You may need these items when dressing at night, when it can get colder and also when dining in a nice restaurant. Men should pack a nicely tailored jacket.<ref name="rf3" /> |
| − | #*A great look in Italy would be a white shirt, black or navy blue blazer, and skinny black pants with nice shoes and a silk scarf. And sunglasses.<ref>http://stylishlyme.com/what-to-wear/what-to-wear-in-italy-florence/</ref> | + | #*A great look in Italy would be a white shirt, black or navy blue blazer, and skinny black pants with nice shoes and a silk scarf. And sunglasses.<ref name="rf6">http://stylishlyme.com/what-to-wear/what-to-wear-in-italy-florence/</ref> |
#*A light trench coat is often a perfect choice for unexpected weather changes. In the winter, you’ll need a warmer coat in the north, such as a padded winter coat, and you will probably need warm gloves, a scarf and a hat. A down jacket or vest may mark you as a tourist. | #*A light trench coat is often a perfect choice for unexpected weather changes. In the winter, you’ll need a warmer coat in the north, such as a padded winter coat, and you will probably need warm gloves, a scarf and a hat. A down jacket or vest may mark you as a tourist. | ||
#*A pair of leather boots can also be elegant looking and keep your feet warm during colder months. They’re also comfortable to walk in. | #*A pair of leather boots can also be elegant looking and keep your feet warm during colder months. They’re also comfortable to walk in. | ||
#Wear a scarf and carry a great handbag. These two items will go a long way to getting rid of the tourist feel and upping your elegance and class appeal. | #Wear a scarf and carry a great handbag. These two items will go a long way to getting rid of the tourist feel and upping your elegance and class appeal. | ||
#*Accessorize the look. One item you can’t go wrong with in Italy is a silk scarf. Italians often wear jewelry. and Italian women usually wear natural-looking makeup, but don’t wear anything too obvious if safety is a concern. | #*Accessorize the look. One item you can’t go wrong with in Italy is a silk scarf. Italians often wear jewelry. and Italian women usually wear natural-looking makeup, but don’t wear anything too obvious if safety is a concern. | ||
| − | #*Take along a great [[Tell if a Designer Bag Is Fake|handbag]] and an umbrella! Remember that Italians value clothing with elegant fabrics and clean lines, so avoid the messy patterns.<ref>http://traveltips.usatoday.com/wear-vacation-italy-11426.html</ref> | + | #*Take along a great [[Tell if a Designer Bag Is Fake|handbag]] and an umbrella! Remember that Italians value clothing with elegant fabrics and clean lines, so avoid the messy patterns.<ref name="rf7">http://traveltips.usatoday.com/wear-vacation-italy-11426.html</ref> |
#*Men could carry a messenger bag. This is sometimes called a “man purse” in America or a briefcase. Women groom their nails and eyebrows. | #*Men could carry a messenger bag. This is sometimes called a “man purse” in America or a briefcase. Women groom their nails and eyebrows. | ||
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== Tips == | == Tips == | ||
