What To Wear To Rome – 9 Stylish Travel Pieces To Pack

If you find yourself in the eternal city of Rome this summer, please note that: first it will be very hot, second it will be very hot and third its very, very hot. At the same time as the fashionista in you, wants to bring those sky high Louboutins and super fitted body hugging outfits, the ride out further than is simply not conducive. Nothing worse then sweating right through your pretty silk dress or heavy cotton pants. So when in Rome, make like a Roman and dress light. The locals prefer effortlessly pulled together looks that look ‘bellissima’ but not over done. Here are some HOT ride out fashions perfect for travel, which will keep you ( relatively cool) while still looking stylish. Travel clothes have to be easy to pack and maintain on the trip, best to leave the super fussy fashions at home. Remember if you really don’t want to stand out as a tourist, don’t wear flip flops, fleeting shorts or your yoga pants ( if not really exercising) while walking around the city.

Dresses to pack:

Jones New York linen dress

JONES NEW YORK SIGNATURE Linen Hi-Lo Tank Dress – Hudson’s Bay – $ 99.00

This light linen dress is perfect for walking around and exploring Rome.

cotton wrap dress
Cotton Blend Fleeting-Sleeve Dress – Brooks Brother – $ 268.00
You will need to cover your shoulders and arms for most religious places of worship including the Vatican. A light stylish cotton blend dress in the season’s hottest colour will do the trick.

Tops to pack:

WHISTLES OVERSIZE LINEN SHIRT
Whistles Oversized Linen Shirt – Bloomingdales – $ 234.70
Loving this top, as the cool crisp cut not only keeps it fashion forward, it also allows for ventilation and room for skin to breathe. The 3/4 sleeve ensures you are set for any occasion.

striped lace detail tank top

Generation Like Striped Lace-Detail Linen Tank Top – Saks Fifth Avenue – $ 149.95

Perfect tank combining this seasons hottest trends: stripes and lace. This piece is splendid on its own or as a layering piece under a jacket ( for evenings only).

Cardigan:

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PLANET White Knit Shrug – Hudson’s Bay – $ 109.00

You will need something that packs light and won’t wrinkle. This easy cardigan is a perfect cover when you need it.

Shoes to pack:
Comfortable walking shoes are essential, hence our choice of closed-toe espadrilles and flats. Closed toe shoes are preferable, as many of the streets in Rome are cobble stoned or pebble stoned – which means your feet will get dirty and dusty- quick! Nothing says you can’t do comfy shoes it in style though, here are our picks for stylish and comfortable shoes. Locals rarely wear running shoes, except out for a jog, but white keds in fabric or leather are all the fashion range:
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TORY BURCH ‘Lucia’ wedge espadrilles – Farfetch – $ 306.05

You’ll want to a pair of closed shoes for walking around the cobblestone roads. These pretty ballerina’s just add a bit of fancy.

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Steve Madden Kwiltt Quilted Flats – Macy’s – $ 53.40

Bags to pack:

You’ll need a large travel carry all for all your documents, makeup and must-haves to keep on hand, But to walk around the city opt out for a cross body mini bag with just the prerequisites- card, cash, basic makeup.

Large Bucket bag style fits your busy lifestyle: two-tone-bag

Michael Kors Jules Two Tone Bucket Bag – Monnier Freres – $ 298.00

This mini bag is the perfect walk around Rome piece, and cross body style ensures it’s always in sight and accurate to you.

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Rebecca Minkoff Mini MAC Cross Body Bag – Shopbop – $ 155.22

You are almost ready to conquer Rome. Don’t forget to pack your favorite white jeans or relaxed linen pants, dark sunglasses, cute sunhat, sunblock and of course a dazzling smile to bring to the most incredible city on Earth. Delight in and Ciao Bella!

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