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Italy Summer Outfits — What I Actually Wore (With My Own Photos)
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items What to wear in Italy during summer — my real travel outfits from Rome, Florence, and Cinque Terre. Comfortable, stylish, and perfect for exploring in the heat.
This top was part of one of my favorite looks in Italy for a date night. It's olive. It's sweater textured. It's sexy. It's comfortable. It certainly ticked all my boxes. And the shell buttons are so cute for that summer vibe. Wore size small for ref...
Petal & Pup Asplie Pointelle Sweater Vest - Olive
The other half to one of my favorite looks in Italy. This maxi was comfortable and flattering. It is long, though, so I paired this outfit with the Andre Assous wedges. Size small for reference.
Petal & Pup Asplie Pointelle Maxi Skirt - Olive
A special occasion in Italy led me to pack this beauty from Hello Molly. This dress is a showstopper with its beautiful pattern and satin texture giving just enough sexiness to feel playful and beautiful. I’m 5’7 and wore size small.
Hello Molly Strike Twice Maxi Dress - Yellow
I love these shoes! They are so comfortable and can withstand many miles. I was very impressed not just with the look of these shoes but the quality too. I’m typically a 7.5 US and bought a size 39.
Veja Campo Sneaker - White Natural Suede
Perfect dinner dress for a nice but casual evening. In Italy I paired this with flat LV sandals for cobblestone walking. The fabric is light and flowy and the A-line cut allowed for plenty of carb loading. In the fall, I pair it with black booties. ...
Chelsea28 Floral Ruffle Trim Long Sleeve Chiffon Minidress
I’m in a green phase and this dress caught my eye immediately. It’s so comfortable and flattering on. I love the print and appreciate the quality. I’m 5’7 and wear a size small for reference.
AFRM Cody Print Cap Sleeve Mesh Maxi Dress - Tonal Shell
Kith. Lemons. Italy. 'Nuff said. I wore this as a baby tee size XS with olive linen pants traveling from Cinque Terre to Florence by train directly to the spa followed by a dip in the pool in an olive green satin bikini from Calzedonia. I love a vers...
Kith Women Citrus Mulberry Vintage Tee - Black
I love this top! The dark green is such a beautiful shade. The satin material feels dressy enough for a vacation in Italy. And the top gives just enough lift. I’m a size 34b and wore size small.
Calzedonia Push Up Swimsuit Shiny Satin - Dark Green
These bottoms are so cute with the matching top! Typically I wear string bottoms, but I love the ruffled sides and the supportive fabric. These bottoms help make my tushy look lifted and has the perfect amount of coverage that fits snug and not like ...
Calzedonia String Brazilian Swimsuit Bottom Shiny Satin - Dark Green
This was the perfect hat for my summer Italian getaway. Most bucket hats are too floppy and I knew I wanted something beachier and less of a fedora. This hat was absolutely perfect. The inside is adjustable for tightness. And the hat folds making pac...
Cloche Bucket Hat
Another favorite outfit from my Italy trip is another 2-piece set. Shocker 😆 Perhaps I was channeling vintage Dolce and Gabbana, but I really loved this black lace vibe for Italy. Instead of jeans, I paired it with a lace black skirt and braided fla...
All in Favor Tie Front Lace Top - Black
I paired the Tie Front Lace Top with this skirt to complete my black lace set. I loved the look together. I felt not only sexy but comfortable. The material is very delicate but worth it. Wire size small for reference.
Open Edit Lace Midi Skirt - Black
These sandals from Dolce Vita are so cute with its braided detail. Another great shoe in lieu of heels on this trip. I have them in colors Black Stella and Cafe Stella. I love how they get more comfortable over time.
Dolce Vita Women's Indy Flat Sandal
The perfect little black dress. The shorties give the right amount of coverage and the bralette fit comfortably. I love that the mesh can be ruched up for a short look and can also cover the knees. I've worn this dress twice now and the quality is gr...
Rooscier Mesh Dress 3 Piece Outfits - Black
These pants were love at first sight! I love a bold print and black and white is such a classic combo. This abstract print elevated the satin material with such a flattering, yet eye catching statement piece. These pants from TopShop were perfect for...
TopShop Tie Waist Wide Leg Satin Trousers - White Multi
I've been obsessed with two-piece sets lately. This linen vest was the perfect museum look for a day at the Uffizi and Academia (not for churches due to exposed shoulders!) I paired this vest with a pair of matching linen shorts for the summer as opp...
Nordstrom Cutaway Vest - Ivory Tofu
These shorts matched the Cutaway Vest in Ivory Tofu perfectly and completed my museum look. The shorts were longer, which is exactly what I wanted for a day of indoor museum tours followed by an afternoon walking around the city. The fabric was light...
Nordstrom Elastic Waist Shorts - Ivory Tofu
I love clear sandals. André Assous has been my preferred brand for several years. I just replaced this shoe because I’ve worn them so much. I love how the transparent straps are soft and fit my arch comfortably, and the soles are well padded so you k...
André Assous Anfisa Espadrille Wedge
Crochet tanks were a vibe for me on this trip. I paired this comfortable (non-itchy) crochet tank with the black and white print TopShop pants. 5’7 and wore size small. Unfortunately I didn’t take a pic of this top. It was a travel day.
All in Favor Cotton Crochet Sweater Tank - Black
I love these tanks! I've bought three already just to rotate them. They were perfect for Italy pairing with shorts or high waisted pants. Can't beat the price. Wore size small for reference.
EFAN Crop Tops Tank Tops Racerback - White
These shorts were a great find! The print is even prettier in person. The material is so nice and flowy and they fit true to size. Being 5'7, I love that they weren't too short and were great for walking around Cinque Terre. I couldn't have asked for...
BEAUDRM High Waist Flowy Shorts, Wide Leg
I love this swimsuit! The color is gorgeous and had the perfect wine shade to stay in theme. I'm a big fan of triangles and this one fit great. The gold detail elevates this swimsuit. I made use of this suit twice, once at the beach in Monterosso and...
Calzedonia Triangle Swimsuit Top Minimal Fit - Cherry Red
I love thongs. They just made my butt look better. These string bottoms from Calzedonia do just that. They don't bunch or sag. They're secure. They're flattering. I couldn't say anything better. Calzedonia always comes through. Wore size small for re...
Calzedonia String Thong Swimsuit Bottoms Minimal Fit - Cherry Red
A quintessential black linen two piece pant set was exactly what I needed for this trip, and this outfit did me justice. Love the material from Marine Layer. The top fits nicely and I completed the look with the matching pant. Wore size small for ref...
Marine Layer Quinn Sleeveless Linen Blend Crop Top - Black
The matching pants to complete the black linen set was a comfortable wide leg with a drawstring. These pants were much longer than the others and required high heels to avoid dragging. I paired this outfit with the Andre Assous wedges. I'm 5'7 and wo...
Marine Layer Linen Blend Wide Leg Pants - Black
Maybe it’s the olive, or perhaps the olive oil, but these pants were perfect for a summer in Italy. The fabric is light enough for long distance walks through the city, with a flattering cut that wasn’t see-through nor dragged at the feet wearing sne...
Petal & Pup Clairo Linen Pant - Olive
On an evening in Italy, these were my go-to date night sandals. They are perfect statement shoe for a nice summer outing to dinner followed by a gorgeous stroll back to the hotel. I love how these sandals support around the front of the shoe. I found...
LV Isola Flat Mule - Women - Shoes | LOUIS VUITTON ® - Cognac
Keeping up with the textured theme, this blue and white striped sweater vest had just the right nautical feel on the way to Cinque Terre. I paired this top with a pair of khaki linen pants for a sophisticated yet casual travel outfit. I bought a size...
CeCe Stripe Open Stitch Sweater Vest - Classic Navy
I love these wide leg pants. They’ve become a travel go-to perfect for long walking and soft enough to sit on a train for several hours. The length is spot on. I paired these pants with the blue and white striped sweater vest. I’m 5’7. Purchased colo...
And Now This Women's Pleat-Front Wide-Leg Soft Pants
Same pants as the pleat-front wide leg but in black. When something works I like to buy in every color.
And Now This Women's Pleat-Front Wide-Leg Soft Pants - Black
My outfit was complete with tortoise shell YSL sunglasses. These rounded sunnies have just the right amount of almost cat-like effect which I find most flattering for my face shape.
SL M148 | Saint Laurent | YSL NL
I was looking for a linen 2-piece set and this was a good deal for a casual hiking/walking day around Cinque Terre. Although I got more use out of the shorts since it was warmer than anticipated. I paired the short with a black tank and wore my bathi...
SeekMe Linen Short Sets Women 2 Piece
Every great trip needs a travel outfit. And since I’m always cold, this was the perfect cozy outfit for going from a freezing airport, to a warm plane before takeoff, to a freezing airplane and the warm trip to the hotel. This outfit can do it all. T...
CALIA Women's Soft Scuba 1/4 Zip Pullover - Muted Green
This has become my go-to travel outfit. The muted green is so stylish but the material feels luxurious. A bit stretchy and soft. I have no issues traveling for over 10 hours in this outfit. The joggers have a nice fit. The length is perfect and not s...
CALIA Women's Soft Scuba Jogger - Muted Green
You can’t go wrong with a classic pair of Havaianas flip flops. For the beach day in Monterosso, I tucked these inside a shoe bag and slipped them into my Uniqlo bag while I traveled from Manarola, stopping at Vernazza for some views along the way. T...
Havaianas Slim Flip Flops - Black
I love these bags from Uniqlo. The material is perfect for getting wet and easy to clean. I have the off-white color, but any shade would look cute with these outfits. On my way from Manarola to Monterosso for a beach day, I took this bag for just my...
Round Mini Shoulder Bag | UNIQLO US
These French-made watches are my favorite. The face is small and the band is comfortable. I don't really wear watches so the smaller the better.
Laps Prima Nova Black Watch
Can’t travel without spiritual protection. This evil eye necklace is a go-to whenever I’m wearing gold.
Glowing Energy Evil Eye Mother of Pearl Necklace
I love this ring. I never take it off. Also available in silver.
Forever Safeguard - Gold Navy Enamel Evil Eye Ring
When you have to have the same piece in silver and gold.
Focused Protection Evil Eye Navy Enamel Ring