Happy New Year! I truly hope that 2020 is treating you well so far! To start off this year, I actually got to spend some time with family in the beautiful country of Malta. I can go on and on about how amazing this country is, but I’ll save it for a travel guide post. I’ve been to Europe a couple of times now and I think I have enough experience to finally share the best types of Europe travel outfits. This isn’t so much a packing guide but more of outfit inspiration for when you travel there.
In America, someone could be walking around in sweats or pajamas at a public place like the mall and no one would care because it’s nothing new. However, European fashion is different. It is the definition of classy. Haha okay I’m exaggerating a bit, but Europeans are very well dressed and you need to look the part! A good rule of thumb for creating outfits for your trip is to make sure that it is presentable.
Here are 6 Europe Travel Outfits to Pack for Your Next Trip!
Outfit 1: Comfy and Casual
In Europe, there is A LOT of walking involved since the streets are small, taxis are expensive, and rideshares are limited. To get to that amazing restaurant or beautiful landmark, your legs are your best source of transportation! This is why it’s important that you bring comfortable clothes, especially shoes. In this outfit I’m wearing Cloudfoam Advantage sneakers, which has memory foam soles and is perfect for walking.
In case you don’t have shoes with memory foam soles, I highly recommend purchasingDr. Scholl’s Gel shoe inserts. I bring them every single time I go to Europe for my other shoes, and they have spared me from the pain after walking hours on end. Do yourself a favor and buy them!
This is probably one of my favorite outfits that I’ve put together just because I felt really cool wearing a blazer with jeans LOL. Overall it’s a pretty casual outfit, but adding the belt and blazer dresses it up a bit. That’s a packing hack for you! Be sure to bring basic clothes that you can rewear with different types of accessories to create an entirely new outfit!
Outfit 3: Layer Up
The weather is an unpredictable creature. To be safe when traveling to Europe, bring clothes that can be layered. That way, if it gets too hot you can easily peel off the outer layer. When the weather gets a bit cold just pop it back on! You don’t want to be walking around in a thick sweater on an unpredictably warm day and not be able to take it off, especially if your day is packed with adventure.
Outfit 4: Stay Neutral
If you like to plan ahead for some cute blog or Instagram pics, be sure to pack neutral colored clothes for days when you hit up some picture perfect places. Neutrals will match with any type of background!
Always pack one semi-formal outfit just in case you go on a spontaneous, fancy dinner or event. This was my New Year’s outfit! I don’t know why, but it gives me a lot of Blair Waldorf vibes.
Outfit 6: Dress To Impress
I wear dresses to impress AND because they make packing so much easier. Instead of worrying about what top matches what bottom, you just have one dress that takes up less space in your luggage.
Since you’ve made it to the very end, I have one more hack to share! These Sam Edelman Boots have travelled with me all three times I’ve been to Europe. I highly recommend investing in good quality boots, especially if you plan to travel in the winter often. To make them more comfortable for walking, I added Dr. Scholl’s Gel shoe inserts (not the exact one I have). The great thing is that you can easily switch the inserts into other shoes that you bring on the trip.
Thank you so much for reading this post! I hope that these outfits are a great source of inspiration for the next time you travel to Europe. If you’re not going to Europe anytime soon, these outfit can 100% be applied to other destinations. Let me know below which outfit you was your favorite! Also, be sure to stay tuned for more posts on Malta. <3
love, blaze ann
Thank you to Shein for sponsoring this post! I wore their clothing in most of these outfits and they were very comfortable and warm! Use this coupon code the next time you shop with Shein: 1pbeauty
And you'll be walking for miles and miles. So you want comfortable shoes. And you want comfortable clothing that isn't restricting. You also want clothing that fits the season so light and airy during the hot summer and warm/water-resistant in the winter.
Contrast Neutral Clothing with Colorful Accessories
To maximize outfit options, pack neutral-colored clothing and punchy accessories to bring your looks to life. For accessories, think statement jewelry—belts, neckerchieves, and scarves. These items are easy to pack and won't take up much space.
DO: Pack the following: a great pair of jeans, a perfectly cut white t-shirt, a button down shirt (so versatile), a great pair of walking shoes, a swimsuit you feel great in, a hat, a couple pieces of jewellery that go with everything, a light jumper for unexpectedly cool nights, and sunscreen.
The best advice is not to stick out. If nobody else is wearing a baseball cap, leave it in the suitcase. If you're flying solo in your shorts or your sandals, choose another option. If cargo shorts have gone back in style among the locals, go for it.
Euro chic fashion is a style that embraces simplicity, elegance, and quality craftsmanship. With its clean lines, tailored silhouettes, and neutral color palette, euro chic fashion offers a refined and timeless aesthetic.
If you're unaware, Eurocentric beauty standards refers to a beauty standard that favors European features, such as big blue eyes, small noses, straight hair, and lighter skin. Naturally, such a standard excludes features of Black, Latine, Indigenous, Asian, Pacific Islander, and Arab folks.
And this sends soon-to-be-travelers into a footwear-induced panic as they try to find the perfect pair of shoes that won't make them the laughing stock of Europe. Well, we have some news for you. Europeans wear sneakers. And no, they don't wear high-heels and loafers made from the finest Italian leather every day.
While there is no "Labor Day" rule, you will find few if any locals wearing white -- at least not white pants, skirts, capris and ESPECIALLY not shorts -- in major European cities, even in summer. In Fall, they will dress for Fall even when it is still warm.
I recommend you bring several pairs of pants or shorts (depending on the season) that can be dressed up or dressed down, dresses or skirts for evening, a trench coat, a leather jacket or some other mid-layer depending on the time of year, a neutral blazer or tweed jacket, one pair of shoes for evening and 2-3 pairs of ...
Dresses, t-shirts, jeans, button-down shirts, and skirts are all must-pack items. Opt for flowy fabrics in materials like linen or cotton for warmer days. Breathable shorts are great for hot Mediterranean destinations.
Your Europe summer outfits should be clothes you can mix and match, so you can wear them more than once. Take lightweight, comfortable and fashionable clothes. Choose clothes made from fabrics that breath, yet dry quickly. Wear layers – if its hot you can take them off and if cold, you can put something on.
They are not allowed in most churches unless they cover the knee due to the dress codes. They are not allowed in upscale restaurants. Even if they aren't forbidden on the street, you will be stating that you're a tourist by wearing them, and they may make you feel out of place in more conservative areas.
There is no dress code when going to most restaurants but you might receive some funny looks if you show up in sweats. Dressing well is respectful and you'll want to try to blend in with the locals. Unless you're going to a very fancy restaurant, dark jeans or other slacks are acceptable.
Wearing leggings as pants in Europe is generally acceptable, although it may vary depending on the specific country and cultural norms. In more conservative countries, such as certain parts of Italy or Spain, it is still more common to see leggings worn with longer tops or dresses to provide more coverage.
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