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Be youself wear non syntetic vívá la variety! Anna i always see people in casual dresses only sometimes not. I was thinking about Do they wear it because they dont have sense to look elegant or because the confort and freedown of the material mean cotton they have that priority. And my conclusion if someone able to dress nicely to occasion then its not q problem if she is at everyday sporty. Dont need to stone them or see them down ! When will u make video how to be casual? Or are u only on classic way?
I am Greek and my additional advice to tourists is: Don't go to Mykonos and Santorini, there are a lot more places to visit. If you want to go sightseeing, not just relax on a beach, don't come to Greece in late July- August -It's too hot for sightseeing and everywhere is overcrowded. Try local products and cuisine, not just greek salad, soulvaki and moussaka. Sunscreen, light coloured, breathable fabrics, hats or scarves and sunglasses are necessary. Check out what Jackie O. wore during her Greek summer. And of course, always ask for a receipt, so they won't overcharge you without paying their taxes.
@@Anoek66 There are so many! You can search the one that responds to your standards: Tinos, Paros- Antiparos, Naxos, Kerkyra, Hydra and Spetses, Anafi, Ios, Amorgos, Crete, Koufonisi, Mani peninsula, etc.
Just a reminder - Germany is in Europe and Spain is in Europe too and the dress style of these two countries is absolutley different . So my advice is just check some street style pics and videos before you visit european country.
The styles between countries are different though I think they all don’t like tourists going into their beautiful cathedrals dressed in cut off shorts and flip flops. 😧 I watch UA-camr videos of people walking by a camera in various high streets in different cities. It’s really fun to see the character of each city this way
Thanks for writing this. There is no such thing as "EUROPEAN" culture, fashion etc. Europe consists of different countries that very much differ in style, culture, habits etc.
I work as a tourist guide. I walk approximately 10 hours a day. According to my experience, converse style shoes will never make you as comfortable as a proper pair of gym style tennis. Some of my colleagues who walk all day have orthopedic problems or other health problems caused by wearing the wrong shoes. Use the healthiest and best shoes if you are going to walk that much.
@@travelgirlsecrets pas besoin de marcher 10h par jour pendant des mois pour ça... Adolescente pendant une très petite période je ne pouvais plus faire plus de 3 pas sans souffrir le martyr. J'ai dû porter des semelles orthopédiques. Aujourd'hui, j'ai mal au bout d'une heure. Pourtant je suis pas handicapée, j'ai "juste" des voûtes plantaires extrêmement prononcées et des pieds trop petits pour ma taille. Et je marche sur les talons et l'extérieur, avec les pieds rentrés vers l'intérieur. Beaucoup de monde marche de travers et ça suffit à justifier des chaussures VRAIMENT adaptées et confortables
@@travelgirlsecrets if I go to the grocery store imma wear running shoes. If I go to a club imma wear sneakers. If I go to the salone del mobile imma wear running shoes. nobody gives a crap if you wear running shoes in europe. if you wear running shoes to a formal occasion and you can pull them off with an elegant dress we might secretly envy you but that's about it. if you can pull off the outfit it really doesn't matter what the shoes are. men with sandals is kinda meh and sandals with socks is really not a thing but again if you can pull off the OUTFIT nobody is gonna judge you.
Wise comment. People need to walk a lot in Europe (not so in USA), so truly confortable shoes (gym, running, etc -sandals are not recommended) are essential. Don't try to look fashionable at the expense of your confort and health. I also carry lots of band-aids in my bag because even with the most confortable shoes you can get blisters.
Vomit your hatred, envy and disrespect. Americans way is the best way for Americans. Your way or any others way are vest way for each one. Americans have been first and good in everything. The greats discoverers that all world are taken aventage of come from the USA. INMIGRANTS from all over the world come to USA to gain more money and fame. You must have inferiority issues, with your you country and youself that moves you to disrespect and humiliated a country that doesn't need you , and doesn't want you. God Bless America.
On the European streets you can see people wearing all types of clothes, People wont care as long as you look clean. Here in Poland crop tops, shorts and sportswear is quite normal sight in cities, especially among young people (teenagers, people in their 20s). I wasn't running-shoes person until last January - when I sprained my ankle and my running shoes were only shoes that wasn't hurting me when I get out of plaster. Many people wear running shoes as everyday shoes - they are comfortable and are usually good to your knees and spine. And for me one color running shoes looks much better then those white tennis shoes shown in video - they give that middle school vibe to me.
Yeah lmao, when i went to Poland this summer I literally came home with hoodies (I love the streetwear style they sell in the store cropp, too bad I don't have that store where I live ahaha) and adidas running shoes I bought there... lots of europeans wear casual/athletic clothes on the street and they are sold everywhere in Europe. This video doesn't really make a lot of sense imo. I think you're more likely to stand out as a tourist (in a bad way) if you pull up in some elegant, old money outfit than if you just wear regular casual clothes, lmao
I'm norwegian, living in Norway, and I just have to say, here we use whatever we want.. I almost only use running shoes, I wear the skinny jeans etc. I also have met girls in the grocery store in pj pants... I'd say that here in southern Norway at least, we wear whatever we want...
I'd say my biggest tip when traveling through Europe during *summer* is picking the right fabric. Ditch the synthetic fibers at home because your skin won't breathe and you will sweat
As an European, when I moved to Florida, I was shocked to see people out wearing what I would describe ' house clothes" or even PJ's in public places. I am still almost ashamed to see people wearing overly revealing outfits for instance. It is embarrassing and inappropriate. But that's just my opinion. I am sure many others dont have a problem with it. So yes, Europe is a bit more classy and more conservative in terms of clothing. I would say if you have to cut one thing out of your suitcase if you go to Europe are the leggings. They only belong in the gym.
I’m American and I’m shocked every single day by what people wear outside. I call it “clothes I would wear to clean the house” that they wear everywhere. I would be embarrassed to be seen like that in public.
Dear "Mona" , I am from Canada and, I agree with you 150%!! Thank you so much for bringing this fact to the public. Class....is always so refreshing! ;) helene
I moved to Washington State and there is drama how people look. Man every day are in shorts, woman look even worst. This is so embarrassing being in the restaurants or theaters.
Just a side note that Europe doesn’t have a unified culture as it’s climate changes from very cold Scandinavia to warm Mediterranean , but these tips are very useful and nonetheless true for all countries you will be travelling to in Europe Szia from Hungary 🇭🇺
I agree that there are many styles that are loud and obviously worn by tourists. I used to be concerned about fitting in, BUT those of us who are 65 and over often have back & knee problems. Keep in mind, some of this pain is agonizing: So if my posture and pain reduction are achieved with supportive running/trainer shoes, I don't really care about the opinion of strangers when it comes to fashion!
@@srisungazesplash1340 Parisian brasserie is any cafe in Paris where they serve simple food and you can stop just for a glass of wine and enjoy a hustle and bustle of the city :)
I am an American Pilates instructor. I don’t wear atheleisure wear outside of the Pilates studio, nor do I own anything denim. My mother jokes that I came out of the womb in a dress.-Perhaps this is why locals are shocked to learn that I am American while traveling abroad. Thanks again for a fun video!
yah I question Anna about WHERE in the United States she has been.......because I have been in several European countries & have seen a lot of slutty looking slobs on the streets & non-elegant people
Nice video and I agree with most of what you've said BUT what's wrong with backpacks? Most European locals use them in day to day lives, and as a tourist it's absolutely a must have. Carrying aroung several kilograms of stuff on a full day sightseeing in a side bag or shoulder bag or tote or something is not a pleasant experience for one's back.
@@johnroberts1141 yeah I’m not going to destroy a leather bag on a vacation, I need something that is waterproof and functional and can fit loads of stuff. Fjallraven backpack are my go-to.
Thanks for always emphasizing the importance of fashion etiquette in churches and religious places. It's not about fashion or comfort after all, it's more about your manner.
As a European I'd like to put a disclaimer: we also wear jeans/running shoes/shorts. I think it's more about your overall grooming and quality fabrics than maybe your type of clothes (but then again I live in the Netherlands and here we loooove to look like we don't care 🙈)
Only southern europeans dress kinda elegant and in lighter colours. In eastern europe it depends on the occasion and weather. germanics and scandinvians dress overall functional and sporty in dark coloured. Elegance is dead here since the 90s.
Portugese are very elegant. French women wear a lot of skirts and robes. They told me once "men like it". Never thought about that before. Never asked myself "would a man like my outfit"? Quite enlighting.
I love the general idea of this video. However, as an Italian born and bred I must say this is sadly a bit stereotyped. Even in Milan, where I live, a lot of people unfortunately do not dress in an elegant way at all. Also "Europe" is an extremely broad term. We tend to see Northern countries as much more casual than Southern ones. For example, the sandals+socks is stereotypically German. With that said, I wished people dressed the way Anna says in this video!!
I think this was one of her lowest quality videos; it was clear she spent very little time preparing her content. She has so much knowledge but I often find her videos leave me wanting for more because she doesn’t prepare much or provide any links or details. I was hoping as her channel grew she could have someone on her team help her with this, but I haven’t seen that yet.
@karenhanson359 I'm not sure what you're even talking about. I think the purpose of a UA-camr is to leave you wanting more so you will keep looking at their videos. After all, this is how they make their living
Agreed! I’m from Amsterdam and the fashion is so different from Italy for example. Dutch people tend to dress super casually and we all wear comfortable clothes 😂 jeans and tshirt, flip flops or sneakers.
I am from Germany and while you described the "typical american tourist look" I was like "oh god, that's what a lot of us germans do look like too in our everyday lifes". So yeah, it really differs from country to country. You won't stand out that much with a hoodie and running shoes here where I live. A great video with good advice nevertheless!
I am from Germany, too. Absolutely true. I often feel underdressed when traveling to other european countries and always recognize other germans by their practical dressing. The obligatory rain jacket and Deuter backpack are an easy giveaway. 😂
I always recognize Germans and differ them from other Europeans by their good looking appearance and elegant outfit. Even if they are in jeans and t-shirts they somehow don't look shabby.
great video but i actually disagree with the fact that europeans don't wear colours. Maybe in England and up there but in Spain, Portugal, Italy, Greece, Croatia etc the ppl are dressing very colourfully especilly summer time.
@@kamillaerdos7636 best part with New York City natives .....people wear back all year round it is our 'go to' color ....besides we KNOW who the "tourists" are......🤣🤣🤣🤣
These are good general guidelines for central and southern European countries. All of the Nordic countries tend to be a bit more relaxed. It is still not ok to walk around half naked in flip flops, but the overall style is more casual. Our customs differ also from southern countries. Silence is very much appreciated, so don't shout or talk loudly and sit quietly in public transport. Personal space is much wider, people are not rude if they are keeping a distance while talking to you. If they are talking to you at all, small talk isn't that big a thing... 😉
I remember my first trip abroad. I wore what i thought would be classy comfortable shoes but Nobody mentioned Cobblestones Everywhere and the effect they have on shoes and feet. Day two I traded the shoes i came in for a recommended pair by the local shoemaker. So much better!
Recommended slip-on simple-style shoes with cushions, something like the Skecher's BOBS plush or the Tom's Alpagarto Cupsole - those are two i find online today that are closest. I sure there are other brands. I was there for a week and ended up with 3 pairs of those shoe types, brown, tan, gray. I still have them. I don't wear them often; they live in the closet 3/4 of the year, but they're sturdy, made well, and my feet thanked me so much. I wore them when I visited NYC and walked everywhere.
Me too, 1 day wearing “comfortable” shoes (Merrel) in Sicily, and my feet and ankles felt bruised by day 3. Bought hard bottomed leather shoes on sale where Italians were shopping, and my feet were more supported. Our hiking boots would be best! But of course, not stylish.
Well... I am European. My family is from Germany and Italy. We wear definitely t-shirts, skinny jeans and also trainers. Some of us wear also hotpants in combination with a top. What is normal when we have for example almost 50 degrees celsius in Sicily. When we visit a church we won't show up half naked. That's true. We also won't go in flipflops to a restaurant at night. But when you are on a trip to the beach with flip-flops and afterwards you would love to have ice-cream.... there is no point to not go inside the gelateria only why we are wearing flipflops. So, Europe is not so conservative as you said.
Yes, Anna. I am both italian and albanian and my advices for tourists here in Europe is this: please do not wear flip flops, hot pants, crop tops or other BEACH clothes like this or leggings and please do not seat, eat, sleep, paint or pee over our architecture beauties.
@ Ida Malcom with all due respect to your heritage, to my big unfortune, I`ve met Albanians in different countries and they were the ones that were dressed and were acting inappropriately in places of culture. Last time was just few weeks ago in Ljubljana Slovenia and before that in Paris. I was shocked.
@@Sanyaji I suggest you to open your mind, travel more and not to be so stupid... and just to inform you here in Italy for example, where I live every day, we have got a lot of tourists from other Countries that are really very very rude and they are not albanians.
I find this a little condescending. It's not as if Europeans are always so elegant when traveling abroad themselves. I still shudder remembering a group of older and very overweight Germans in a tour group walking through a hotel lobby in Sri Lanka, a very conservative country, in nothing but tiny swimsuits with thong bottoms and no coverups. Their footwear was the least of the problem. The local service staff looked a combination of appalled and resigned. And in India, I rode buses with large groups of young Scandanavian women in transparent gauze dresses with absolutely nothing, I mean nothing, underneath, top or bottom. And best not to even discuss how many Europeans dress in Bangkok. I don't know how they dressed at home, but they sure weren't blending into the local culture. I have seen this all through Asia and South America. So maybe some Europeans on holiday just leave all those tasteful neutrals at home?
I liked the video but I see your point. I don't think British people (where I am from) are very elegant (myself included!). I feel embarrased the way British people act abroad. It seems at times that as soon as some Brits see the sun they strip off and get drunk. I dressed in crop tops and denim cut offs etc when I was younger but luckily I had no money to travel so you didn't have to see it! I do also think Anna was aiming at Americans who visit certain countries that are more conservative (though it may suprise some that Britain is not that conservative as imagined so I don't think Anna really meant England because she has lived there and knows we can be scruffy!).
I always thought Europeans were more "liberated"? What about a lot of your beaches are nude? Some of your saunas and in Germany, no? Here, people that wear longer skirts and dresses are usually uptight conservatives. Kind of similar to religious muslims or orthodox jews.
This comment was so on point, I find that a lot of European women can walk around tourist destinations basically in the nude. In Kuala Lumpur most of the embassies are in one dame building and you get to see women visiting their European embassies wearing sheer, whit tank-tops with nothing underneath and shorts so short you can see their bare butts. Not to mention the outfits you get to see at the Thai embassies and consulates where they even have to post signs asking people to wear decent clothes, brush their hair and shower before their appointments.
I am a proud American. I will soon visit some beautiful places in Europe. I don’t wear exercise clothes out not even for a simple shopping day. But here in America if you visit, we don’t judge a person for the way they dress, their culture, their personality. You come visit as you are. We are all different and that’s ok. As a tourist we don’t want to change who you are. You do you! We don’t want you to feel uncomfortable trying to fit in. Just be yourself and enjoy your family trip, which you paid. If we don’t pay your stay we are not entitled to change your style or fashion. I know how to be polite in public places, I will dress accordingly but will not change myself to fit In, never! That’s the beauty of life, live and let live. I am in charge of my spending, my trip and my style.
HI, Debbie. I am a European who loves US. That is the best country in the whole world! I love the people, their positive attitude. However, I think that you did not understand Anna's point properly.
@@LHarvey-u9j " As a tourist we don’t want to change who you are"; "we are not entitled to change your style or fashion." I think this is the polar opposite of ethnocentrism, specially because the USA is made out of a variety of people with different ethnic backgrounds.
@@aiai-j7i Although the US is made up of with people with different ethnic backgrounds, that identity goes away within three generations. Specifically, if you ask some Americans who have lived in the US for three or more generations- ask them typical questions about their ethnicity/identity. More often than not, they are unable to name an author/writer, playwright, composer ,musicians, and speak some of the language, etc. That is what makes up one's identity. Regaring Anna's video about things "classy" women would never wear in Europe, she is mixing up the native population with the tourists.
I’m an American who spent 6 weeks in Toulouse. Not leggings and sports wear but definitely shorts, t-shirts jeans and non white sneakers. I lived in a neighborhood so this was not touristy. They were very casual. If you are in Paris or the bigger cities or touristy areas perhaps but I saw athletic shoes in Paris a lot. Not saying Paris is as casual as US but many European cities especially less touristy ones are not as formal as this.
i have family in Toulouse as well and more often people there dress casually as in like in the USA and I usually follow ana’s advice and i feel overdressed. i also went to cinque terre in Italy and all are in bikinis etc and the trainers are very much visible, In spain also most wear sneakers. in paris I hiked to sacre cour on sneakers like anna advised but when i came up there most were wearing running sneakers😂 so I guess, shoes does not really count that much.
The Homer Simpson fading in a bush got me 🤣🤣🤣 I made the bad and naive choice of flying from US to England in 2015 in sweats and a hoodie. So embarrassing. Seeing everyone dressed so nicely was the beginning of my transformation.
My policy is to always look well dressed while traveling. Sweatpants are banned from my wardrobe. It’s also just as comfortable to travel in a looser dress.
I don't know what Europe are you talking about but I'm European, from the Mediterranean, and hot pants and tops in summer are everywhere. I've seen them all my life! They are comfortable and at 40°C and high humidity, I can not live without them.
Hot pants, cropped tops and flip-flops are ok on the beach but definitively not to visit cities centers or worse, to enter churches where they are forbidden.
I'm from the same Mediterranean country. I agree many people wear that, but there are options to elevate your look and survive the heat! For example, instead of sporty hot pants, light fabric palazzo pants or flowy skirts, tops that don't look too cheap, like linen tops or blouses, or a halter top, or summer dresses. And nicer colors instead of out-of-the-gym colors.
@@Enavk Yes, I agree with what you say, in fact summer dresses are one of my favourites. The point I wanted to make with my comment is that in Europe people dress in many ways, and admittedly most of them are casual, not necessarily elegant or conservative. I understand the point of Anna's video, but she has reduced all of Europe to the stereotype of "Parisian chic", or simply referred to a specific type of tourism.
Canadian here, I wear sports wear as day wear because I can. I wear sneakers because my home city has a walking culture. My evening wear is a cleanlined dress. Wherever I travel I will wear my existing wardrobe. I have no desire to blend in because Canadian Privilege. Like most Canadians I am a polite and gracious tourist. Also comming from a tourist destination city myself I am quite Savvy. I dont need to blend in. 😎☕💋
In Greece we have both people dressing really sporty (with crop tops, sport shoes and leggings etc.) but also others with more chic or feminine styles. But we almost never wear baseball huts, flip-flops (except on the beach) and definitely not socks with sandals!
I live in Athens. To find a woman dressed not in unisex or sport type of outfit, to find a woman with a beautiful hairstyle is same often as to see a Panagia. Almost one of a hundereds. Everyone wears sneakers. Hair- straight cut with no style, just washed & straightened. 20% might look as they just have woken up. Sorry
Exactly. I live on the island of Rhodes and of course for work or to go out for dinner people dress a bit better, but whenever I myself go to touristic places with visitors, I'll just wear something comfortable. What is really important here in Greece during summer is to wear fabrics that don't make you sweat, like linen and cotton and don't worry about wearing a hat and hence being recognisably a tourist. It's better than getting a heatstroke!!! And please please please use sunscreen!!!
I was in London and Italy last month and I paid particular attention to what people were wearing, both locals and tourists. I find that generally speaking, the clothes the locals were wearing were similar or identical to what we wear in North America. The major brands are major brands everywhere. Europeans were absolutely wearing running shoes and baseball caps. Sure, I saw a few outrageously dressed North Americans, but mostly the clothing was similar. However, there is something about their demeanor that does indeed differentiate locals from tourists. And my trip wasn't in summer, so the tourists weren't walking around half-naked. I'm sure in summer it's more of a problem. Also, I don't know why, but when I'm approached in Italy, people assume I'm German. I'm fine with it and just wish I spoke German.
As a US tourist I walk a lot and pack all my clothes in a carryon bag (no checked luggage). As a older woman I need to chose clothes that go with one or two (max) pair of shoes. My clothes also need to be easily washed (by hotel or laundry) and durable. Shoes need support as I’m walking miles (average 7 mi) a day. Palazzo pants and dresses? Ankle strap, thin sole sandles? As I’m climbing stairs in stone castles and ruins? Touring beautiful gardens w sometimes steep and slippery paths? Seriously.
The struggle with dresses is wind/ breeze. Being apple shaped, finding a flattering dress is more complicated. I prefer linen trousers & raw silk separates. A handful of pieces in neutrals can function like a full warsrobe.
Great advice on blending in, Anna, but I have to bring up the subject of Europeans who visit the US, and in particular, Nashville, Tennessee, where I live. Nashville is extremely popular with Europeans. I'm not sure if they try to blend in, but it is always easy to spot them. The first items that we see are the expensive cameras around their necks, fanny packs, and plastic (very cheap) shoes. They also appear to have a fondness for anything with an Adidas logo, which most people here rarely see. A few years ago, I accompanied two French students (ages 18) around Nashville and Memphis. The first thing they wanted to do was to shop for cowboy boots and hats. We visited the tourist part of the city (locals avoid it), where they each bought pink cowboy hats and "over-decorated" cowboy boots. Both girls are very attractive, but these really sent out an "I'm not from here" vibe. When we visited Memphis to see Elvis Presley's home, Graceland, they bought lots of souvenirs, including Elvis t-shirts. I tried so hard not to laugh. One girl bought a pretty striped dress for her mother, at least. So, just from the other side of this subject, it does help to do some research and avoid looking as though you have a big sign around your neck that doesn't announce "Tourist here!"😄😄😄
To be honest, I don’t mind when tourists here in the US from other countries “look and act like tourists” as long as they’re not hurting themselves, or others. Be yourself and have fun, while being respectful!
As a curvy girl it is difficult to find nicer clothes, especially in a tropical tourist state in the U.S. Great info, except for the shoe part. When walking for 12 miles in a day I have yet to find stylish shoes that will hold up to that. Nothing ruins a vacation more than blistered, aching feet.
Europe has many cultures and where I live people hardly ever look elegant 😅 So it's not necessarily true that "Europeans look classy". Usually, they do wear those American-like clothes
.... Go for comfort during travel. Always. A lot of old European cities have uneven roads and paths. Do not wear those sandals for a day of sightseeing if you want to have legs at the end of the day. When you travel it's for you to experience the place in pleasant way not for somebody else to experience you. What makes you stand out is mannerism. Being to loud etc. What you should avoid is big company logos and patterns. Those in most of Europe are considered tacky and new money.
I avoid wearing running shoes, athletic wear and jeans. I’ve been in Europe once from America in the summer, and it was so much better that I packed mostly skirts and dresses, natural air conditioning. It’s fun for me to dress a little more dressy while on vacation. I also try to do some research into what locals may be wearing so I can blend in better.
As an European sadly most of the things this lady listed as no go are totally normal in day to day life. It naturally also depends on your age group etc. but jeans short and sandals are definitely normal. One would more look out of place in the streets wearing eye catching "beautiful" clothes. Everything is quite toned down and monotone.
I’m an American, but my Mom’s family is from Sweden, and I have lived there myself. I almost always wear a backpack due to a disability that causes cervical instability. I also need to carry rescue meds with me in case I experience anaphylaxis. This makes my purse quite heavy. If I don’t have the weight balanced on my shoulders, my neck subluxes (partially dislocates), which is extremely painful and causes a cascade of health problems. I typically use a dressier backpack purse, rather than a bulky athletic backpack. Sometimes, comfort has to take priority over style. It’s literally a matter of life and death for me. I love your videos, so I’d love to hear if you have any hacks for being an elegant lady with disabilities.
Oh Anna, I live in Cancun, Mexico, a very touristic spot and affordable to lots of people, and I have seen the tackiest fashion around. I even went on a date with an Italian guy and told him that he could get away with wearing whatever he wanted because it is generally accepted from tourists looking like they don't want to make the slightest effort. Even locals dress terribly, but is a different kind of trashy. Only a few people like to dress elegant here and that's why I always call attention whenever I go out.
Years ago there was a company called Travelsmith that sold appropriate travel clothes that were for the most part wrinkle free and easily packable, but I'm not sure they're still out there. They're clothes were pricey, but good quality and durable, washing and drying easily.
Thank you for this video. It was during my first trip to Europe that I discovered how comfortable a skirt, blouse, and sneakers are. Today, I incorporate day dresses into my day wear. Thanks again for empowering our femininity ❤
Thanks Anna for the advice. ❤ There are many more places in Europe. Dear Lady, if you want to visit a place in Europe that is a combination of East and West, modern and oriental, lots of delicious food, I suggest Sarajevo 🇧🇦
I am a Canadian and I have to say I’ve never travelled with denim hot pants. I don’t even own a hoodie. I don’t wear baseball caps. I do layer with a cardigan in case it gets cool suddenly. I also like skorts : the skirts with built in shorts for being a tourist. Much dressier than a pair of shorts. Cardigans are great for travel.
I live in The Netherlands and someone from my village thought I was an annoying tourist 😭 I guess I need this video as a European citizen 😆😅 Some people can be so mean when they aren't even right in the first place ugh
Not so sure about the shoes. I’d say sneakers and Birkenstock are definitely more indicated for walking around any European city. And from what I can tell you *can* find very nice-looking pairs too!
Thank you for this advice. You mentioned backpacks…without them, how does one accommodate the layering necessary to stay comfortable when you will be sightseeing all day with no opportunity to return to your hotel room when you need to remove layers? Also, advice on bags to carry would be helpful…travel bags often look like just that. Thank you.
Also camera stuff, bottle of water, raincoat and/or umbrella etc.... I agree with everything in the video but I simply cannot leave the apartment without a good backpack.
I was visiting the Bahamas few months ago. I was pretty schoked when I saw how the american tourist was dressed up. They lived in the luxury hotels but looked so crumpy and cheap.I came from a post soviet country from eastern europe ( Hungary) so we can't afford fancy hotel rooms but I tried to dress up tidy and poperly every day.( light dresses, elegant sandals, hat and elegant cross body bag. People with low budget also can look feminine and stylish.( with effort of course) Thank you Ana, you showed me the way!🌹
I dressed well for ten days in Paris with just my carry-on sized Longchamp suitcase and Le Pliage large bag…in January! I was spoken to in French because I looked the part. Such a huge compliment I was grateful to receive. ❤
People should do what ever they want. Whatever makes them happy, and feel comfortable in their own skin. Elegance is being respectful of others, but by no means does it mean conforming into a boring stiff stereotype to ‘be’ some boring person they’re not.
Nice video! I dress in rather classy/"French" style, but there are some many nationalities, characters that really I think you can find in Europe almost any style. For sure, in general it is much better to dress less visible, more conservative. Also, quite touristic is baseball hat, fleece sweatshirt and sporty shoes all together. Remember when you travel to be prepared for weather changing - it can be sunny, then rainy, so quite useful is to dress - as we call it - like "an onion" ;) , i.e. with many layers. Must important - smile, be kind and enjoy your holidays in Europe :) Greetings and feel welcome to come to my beautiful country - Poland :)
Of course there are so much differences from one european country or region to another, but there is a common cultural base in Europe, really different from other continents !
Exactly. And it's also time to stop pretending that everyone in Europe is dressed like a wealthy aristocrat. Plenty of people, especially the young, are dressed very casually/carelessly these days.
Certanlly there is no a common idea of being elegant in Europe. Is depending the country , city , weather , age and nowaday we all are global . In Spain for ex there are lot of differences north -south , coast - inland .
I’m an American who visits Europe frequently. I wear nothing on your list there or at home. Neutrals, linen , cashmere are good choices no matter where you are depending on the temperature.
That's right. It's not only about blending in, showing repsect and all of those sensible factors, but it's also about security. You'll be less of a target for unfortunate things such as scams, theft, and God forbid worse things. Thank you so much for your great video and topic, and very nice You tube account as well. God bless
My advice to every tourist pack everything in ur bag what u need and put nothing what u wont need on holiday! Thats an art to guess what u will need. Extra dresses, sandals, stuff just more things to carry and stress!
@@dailyanimalshortsplanet_27 sure thing. however, it is important to have style rather than trying to be classic or elegant (they are completely different things). The pieces Anna suggests to wear are the classic type of pieces. They are not elegant or will make you elegant. yes, you can be a classic women even can be boring following what anna suggests and it is also completely fine. at least european taste is more sophisticated rather than trying to be elegant. in paris you can see only 60+ women wear these types of clothing.
Guys wear whatever you want in Europe. I can not imagine walking with those sandals 3:18 in Athens or on an island … it has a straight posture. You need something more “durable”if you an explorer! better to wear something more casual and comfy. Enjoy!
I’m from the southern US and we have a different style from the other Americans. We’re very feminine and traditional, much more conservative! We live in sundresses in the summer!
Just got back from Paris (ringing in the new year!) and so many French/Parisian men wore NY Yankees baseball hats lol and a couple men also wore camouflage wear you’d wear in Alaska….i was so confused lol oh and many many wore those weird oversized trainers/sneakers.
These are great tips. I never want to look like a touirst either so this is perfect for when I visit Europe. As for the style, I love classic and elegant dressing too; Europe sounds beautiful!
My style is feminine and classic. At my work place , People compliments my sense of fashion. I always encourage everyone, you can do the same 😅 I watched this type of video before I travel to destinations just to prepare myself doesn’t look like a tourist . I went to Europe few times but I still look like tourist because I’m a Asian American😂
Totally agree with your points. I have broken all those rules with running shoes, caps, leggings etc 😅😅😅 but I do agree with you. Next European trip I’ll work on it!
I was in Rome in 2019 with a group, a married couple went to a five star Italian restaurant one evening in denim long shorts and T shirts. They were both denied entrance, I wish they had asked me about dress I would have said NO to their outfits.
As a European I disagreed with a lot of these points as, we also on a day to day basis wear sandals, shorts, tshirts, crop tops, running shoes… It will depend on each person’s preference and style, but the above articles are extremely normal on an average person. The fancy dressing - sure we make effort for a special outing or work (if your work place requires it) but being dressed casually is seen as sensible on a normal day. One thing that is true IMO for majority of people here is the lower degree of skin-revealing. Most people don’t usually wear gym clothes or things we consider as underwear (sports bras, gym leggings with nothing over them) just like that outside. Even there, the teenagers definitely like this trend and I see those skintight/revealing clothes on them and young adults quite often. And on the flip side, what we find as sensible degree of skin/figure revealing is seen as overly revealing in Asian countries from my experience (Europe - tank tops and spaghetti straps are ok, if your blouse shows an edge of your bra it’s not a big deal, bra-less is being adapted by some people though other are instead still weirded out so it really depends). And of course details vary a lot by country and age group.
Hello Anna , please read this comment 👇 I really get confused on selecting fabrics . Like , what fabric should a blazer be made of ?? Or should I buy a linen shirt or viscose rayon ? So it's a reaquest to please make a video on FABRICS . It will be really helpful 🙂❤
I do live-in care work and i carry a michael kors backpack with me everywhere. Its quite nice, i have had multiple people comment on it and its the only bag that doesn't slide off your coat while travelling.
I'm irish and definitely in the UK and Ireland it's definitely more casual.. Though with a caveat in city centres at weekends we are shopping, having brunch/lunch, hanging out generally in smart casual things like Anna said. Also age wise only students and teens really go around in sports gear generally. And on a Saturday night in Liverpool, Manchester, Dublin, London don't expect high end fashion but definitely bring a nice dress(some cleavage is fine if you're young and into partying) and kitten heels. Victorian rules in Ireland and the UK are strange that way we never enter saunas naked, or go topless on beaches or we will cover ourselves alot on the beach with towels to change but come Saturday night in city centres please don't come to pubs and nightclubs casual at best you will get odd looks at worst security won't let you in. Also please don't giggle at young women dressed up provocatively, Americans did that to me before I was 24yo, finishing my chartered accounting training on a night out. In America I was in street walking gear but here I was creative, expressing myself, partying in an affluent club and really not doing anything any harm, maybe my liver though 🤔 As for summer dresses or winter sweater dresses bring them, they're light and go with the shoes Anna suggested.
I'm headed to Ireland and then England this summer. Thanks for the tips. We've done London and Scotland a few times and can't wait to head across the pond again. We've never been to Ireland before and in England are focusing on more of the countryside.
@@jo6731 I hope you've a lovely time here, just a heads up Dublin is quite small so if you decide to stay in the city centre you will see most things in one day so if you can go out into smaller rural areas like kilkenny do. I'm from Dublin, I love my city but it's not pretty but 40 miles away it is. Let me know if you need any tips.
A friend and I went on a spontaneous 3 day trip to Ireland (from Korea 😅) and it's such a beautiful country! We aren't into parties so much so we visited pubs more in off hours and it was so fun! Definitely a more casual environment. It was February so it was a bit chilly which made dressing easy because you mostly just have to worry about having a nice coat! That's my favorite part about traveling in the colder months.
@@ep4423 We'll be in Ireland in June. We fly into Dublin (one night there), spend 5 days in Limerick (Adare Manor), and then head to England. Want to visit Chatsworth House. A friend is a travel agent and she's working on the English part of the visit.
I did read an article about what's not allowed to wear or to do in Italy, and I think it's fair. However, I have a phobia of wearing skirts and dresses. When I was 17 years old, I broke a guy's face and nose because he was peeping down my skirt with a mirror and it still bothers me. Now that I'm turning 40 this Saturday, I don't know if I want to try wearing skirts and dresses again
If you come to Europe you can dress as you like or as you feel more comfortable. I live in Spain, and I suppose it will be the same in Italy, but the only places where you have to have some modesty is in churches or places of worship.
I agree in Italy the women are stylish they where everything matching shoes and bags compared to Australia,but depending what age group you are talking about but I saw a lot of young Italian girls dress in very short shorts and a lot of tattoos and I spent 2 and half months Italy.Greece women a little more conservative than Italy.
Dad sandal+ socks Has to be ok in Germany. I say this because both my brother in-laws (I have 2 sisters) are German and they Both wear dad sandal + socks, we joke about it being the best form of birth control (huge turn off).
So true! I am greek and have relatives in Germany. Germans really love birgenstocks (or any other comfy sandal) with socks. To as it looks really strange though.
I'm German and I cannot stand the Dad Sandals with Socks. Many women here in Northern Germany own & wear Birkenstocks here and its definitely not elegant.
@Dodo Pson true😅 I helped an older lady in the street recently and she told me it's a shame that people in Germany and generally so badly dressed. And I could only agree with her. If you dress well here you actually stand out.
I like these videos that contrast cultures - as an American, I am not offended by the simple truth that Americans stand out as tourists when we travel abroad. A simple, classic, high quality wardrobe is perfect no matter where you go.
I like all the presented ideas, however I do not understand why it is wrong wearing long denim jeans (in case one is feeling more confortable with a casual style) ?!
Lived in Canada for 8 years, now I live in Spain, dressing here is completely different! I feel always underdressed, specially at work! Women here (now in spring) wear a lot of dresses, during winter I saw a lot of skirts with tights, women are very feminine, I really need to transform my wardrobe, it just calls you to dress better! I contracted a personal stylist, and I am not that worried about dressing, but like, at work, I want to dress accordingly!
Just came back from Barcelona and after watching this video I could easily identify North Americans tourists, and I laughed by myself, nothing against, I dress comfy, gym like myself, although after your video I did try to choose a bit more elaborated looks, and I think it worked, and I was just as comfy, but looked way better in pictures 😜
I just realised I actually don’t have anything from those not recommended pieces in my wardrobe, apart from sport shoes that I mostly use for waking my dog - but this is a pair of quite delicate race waking shoes in a dusty pink colour that works great with the rest of my spring/summer wardrobe. I believe if I can dress fairly nicely to take my dog for a walk both around the town and in the countryside, there’s no reason to dress less nicely as a tourist.
Once again Anna, you have shown many of what not to do especially in Europe. I have always valued classic as well as comfort when visiting other countries. I don’t want to stand out, at least north that way. Respect is the most important thing you can do while visiting abroad. Thank you for the enlightenment ❤️ By the way, you’re wearing my favorite color combination in this video!
everything Anna said in this video is true, only differents in-between Europeans is for example Italians are not shy of colorful clothing but French are more into neutral ... being nicely and appropriately dressed is THE BASIC thing in every single European country
It's incredibly how all what you said is true! I took the plane wishing things have changed from the last time I traveled but I was surprised to see MOOOORE people wearing flip-flops, sport outfits, leggings, shorts and beach outfit...!
I like summer loafers when I want to look casual but not too casual and still be comfortable. They are made with light weight perforated leather. They are comfortable in an Australian summer so they will be comfortable anywhere.
I've been living in Munich, Germany (a well-known wealthy/trendy/posh city), and while it's true people dress nicer here than most Americans and I definitely was taken aback by how nice everyone looks on a random Tuesday, the longer I've been here, the more I've noticed that honestly, people dress quite similar to Americans (e.g. crop tops, jeans, leggings, hoodies, gym shoes with jeans *cringe* etc.) So yes, there are still people who dress way nicer and the concentration is higher than you'll see pretty much anywhere in the States, the majority isn't walking around in their Sunday best at all times.
I live in Sardinia, and I would advise those who come here in the summer put in suitcase light and large capes, in natural and fresh fabrics such as cotton and linen, because here we have a very hot and humid climate. I recommend avoiding all skimpy garments and rigid and synthetic fabrics. The rule "the less I dress, the less I feel hot" doesn't apply. And Buone vacanze! Ciao😘😘😘
Yes this is he difference i ve seen in Italy and in Hungay. We like to wear clothes in which our arm and legs are naked not to be hot, In Italy u wear nice long airy dresses and marching in them :) First thoughts why is so much fabric at summertime, but then we puzzle they are airy and looks nice as well. What is not fair that here the shops are full of sytetics dresses in Italy more confortable fabric. Its not fair to blame any country people about their appearance, cause if they have the same selection in their shop for example what German have they would dress in them, And if German have Italian dresses they in their coutry they would looks very sylish:)
Classic and elegant... maybe in france or in italy. In Switzerland you'll only meet chic people in the big cities. Mostly the rest is dressed in joggers and t-shirt 😊
Aww, I'm so proud of my 18 year old self! We visited the U.K. in 1980 where we spent 6 weeks total exploring each country. I spent 8 weeks putting together a wardrobe for my first big trip, and I'm glad I did. I dressed like a lady, probably because my mom. She was always well dressed when she traveled, probably because she was from an era where you dressed nicely when traveling. Nowadays, almost anything goes, and you even hear about people getting asked to leave Disneyland if they are dressed improperly!!!
I am going to be in Europe shortly; I plan on wearing my comfortable shoes which will be a sneaker; I will bring flats for the evening. Since I will be going in the fall I will probably wear dark pants and light sweaters. I will bring a light coat and a sweater; plan on layering my clothing. I am not going to Europe to be a fashionista but just have a great time.
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I land in a European city and head for the shops! I buy a few pieces and voila, I blend in as a local. Plus I love the European quality in garments!
I am guessing Anna, this does not include UK 😅😅😅😅
we have two seasons: rainy and very rainy
And we were shorts even when it's minus 5
Be youself wear non syntetic vívá la variety! Anna i always see people in casual dresses only sometimes not. I was thinking about Do they wear it because they dont have sense to look elegant or because the confort and freedown of the material mean cotton they have that priority. And my conclusion if someone able to dress nicely to occasion then its not q problem if she is at everyday sporty. Dont need to stone them or see them down ! When will u make video how to be casual? Or are u only on classic way?
Investing in quality fabric, comfortable dresses and shirts that are the right size .
Would leather pants be suitable for Rome on November
I am Greek and my additional advice to tourists is: Don't go to Mykonos and Santorini, there are a lot more places to visit. If you want to go sightseeing, not just relax on a beach, don't come to Greece in late July- August -It's too hot for sightseeing and everywhere is overcrowded. Try local products and cuisine, not just greek salad, soulvaki and moussaka. Sunscreen, light coloured, breathable fabrics, hats or scarves and sunglasses are necessary. Check out what Jackie O. wore during her Greek summer. And of course, always ask for a receipt, so they won't overcharge you without paying their taxes.
What islands do you recommend?😊
Which is the firt place in greece i should visit?
@@Anoek66 There are so many! You can search the one that responds to your standards: Tinos, Paros- Antiparos, Naxos, Kerkyra, Hydra and Spetses, Anafi, Ios, Amorgos, Crete, Koufonisi, Mani peninsula, etc.
@@sabbb It depends on what you want and which season you would come. I guess Athens is a must!
Because I am Greek too, I can suggest the beautiful Halkidiki, Thessaloniki, Thassos, Meteora, Kerkira and have a wonderful stay wherever you visit.
Just a reminder - Germany is in Europe and Spain is in Europe too and the dress style of these two countries is absolutley different . So my advice is just check some street style pics and videos before you visit european country.
Not even Germany to Spain but Germany to France it’s literal next door neighbour
Different vibes different style
Yay, that sounds more fun!
The styles between countries are different though I think they all don’t like tourists going into their beautiful cathedrals dressed in cut off shorts and flip flops. 😧 I watch UA-camr videos of people walking by a camera in various high streets in different cities. It’s really fun to see the character of each city this way
@@flymilo904 ohhh yesss . I live in Germany and honestly german people have no style at all. In france the people dress and look more stylish
Thanks for writing this. There is no such thing as "EUROPEAN" culture, fashion etc. Europe consists of different countries that very much differ in style, culture, habits etc.
I work as a tourist guide. I walk approximately 10 hours a day. According to my experience, converse style shoes will never make you as comfortable as a proper pair of gym style tennis. Some of my colleagues who walk all day have orthopedic problems or other health problems caused by wearing the wrong shoes. Use the healthiest and best shoes if you are going to walk that much.
that is not the point
@@travelgirlsecrets pas besoin de marcher 10h par jour pendant des mois pour ça... Adolescente pendant une très petite période je ne pouvais plus faire plus de 3 pas sans souffrir le martyr. J'ai dû porter des semelles orthopédiques. Aujourd'hui, j'ai mal au bout d'une heure. Pourtant je suis pas handicapée, j'ai "juste" des voûtes plantaires extrêmement prononcées et des pieds trop petits pour ma taille. Et je marche sur les talons et l'extérieur, avec les pieds rentrés vers l'intérieur.
Beaucoup de monde marche de travers et ça suffit à justifier des chaussures VRAIMENT adaptées et confortables
@@travelgirlsecrets My reference was to those who walk all day and every day like me.
@@travelgirlsecrets if I go to the grocery store imma wear running shoes. If I go to a club imma wear sneakers. If I go to the salone del mobile imma wear running shoes. nobody gives a crap if you wear running shoes in europe. if you wear running shoes to a formal occasion and you can pull them off with an elegant dress we might secretly envy you but that's about it. if you can pull off the outfit it really doesn't matter what the shoes are. men with sandals is kinda meh and sandals with socks is really not a thing but again if you can pull off the OUTFIT nobody is gonna judge you.
Wise comment. People need to walk a lot in Europe (not so in USA), so truly confortable shoes (gym, running, etc -sandals are not recommended) are essential. Don't try to look fashionable at the expense of your confort and health. I also carry lots of band-aids in my bag because even with the most confortable shoes you can get blisters.
I am European and I can confidently say that jeans and running shoes/sneakers are very common
But still in European mode, not the sneakers approach of Americans type.
Yes, but of European mode and approach of sneakers - not the American way which is totally on the inferior side.
@@alexsdb9712please,
Vomit your hatred, envy and disrespect. Americans way is the best way for Americans. Your way or any others way are vest way for each one. Americans have been first and good in everything. The greats discoverers that all world are taken aventage of come from the USA. INMIGRANTS from all over the world come to USA to gain more money and fame. You must have inferiority issues, with your you country and youself that moves you to disrespect and humiliated a country that doesn't need you , and doesn't want you. God Bless America.
Yep seen it all the time in Norway and Sweden and Paris
On the European streets you can see people wearing all types of clothes, People wont care as long as you look clean.
Here in Poland crop tops, shorts and sportswear is quite normal sight in cities, especially among young people (teenagers, people in their 20s). I wasn't running-shoes person until last January - when I sprained my ankle and my running shoes were only shoes that wasn't hurting me when I get out of plaster. Many people wear running shoes as everyday shoes - they are comfortable and are usually good to your knees and spine. And for me one color running shoes looks much better then those white tennis shoes shown in video - they give that middle school vibe to me.
Yeah lmao, when i went to Poland this summer I literally came home with hoodies (I love the streetwear style they sell in the store cropp, too bad I don't have that store where I live ahaha) and adidas running shoes I bought there... lots of europeans wear casual/athletic clothes on the street and they are sold everywhere in Europe. This video doesn't really make a lot of sense imo. I think you're more likely to stand out as a tourist (in a bad way) if you pull up in some elegant, old money outfit than if you just wear regular casual clothes, lmao
Poland has been infected with degenerate US culture.
I'm norwegian, living in Norway, and I just have to say, here we use whatever we want.. I almost only use running shoes, I wear the skinny jeans etc. I also have met girls in the grocery store in pj pants... I'd say that here in southern Norway at least, we wear whatever we want...
It is very sad to hear.
You Norwegians have been infected with degenerate US culture.
I'd say my biggest tip when traveling through Europe during *summer* is picking the right fabric. Ditch the synthetic fibers at home because your skin won't breathe and you will sweat
I never wear synthetics at home, either, I hate them. Skin needs to breathe.🙂
As an European, when I moved to Florida, I was shocked to see people out wearing what I would describe ' house clothes" or even PJ's in public places. I am still almost ashamed to see people wearing overly revealing outfits for instance. It is embarrassing and inappropriate. But that's just my opinion. I am sure many others dont have a problem with it. So yes, Europe is a bit more classy and more conservative in terms of clothing. I would say if you have to cut one thing out of your suitcase if you go to Europe are the leggings. They only belong in the gym.
I’m American and I’m shocked every single day by what people wear outside. I call it “clothes I would wear to clean the house” that they wear everywhere. I would be embarrassed to be seen like that in public.
I live in Toronto and it's the same😢. I'm tired of seeing women wearing leggings and crop tops every day even for work
Dear "Mona" , I am from Canada and, I agree with you 150%!! Thank you so much for bringing this fact to the public. Class....is always so refreshing! ;) helene
I moved to Washington State and there is drama how people look. Man every day are in shorts, woman look even worst. This is so embarrassing being in the restaurants or theaters.
Where I live in Britain people do wear pyjamas when they go to the shops for food sometimes. Everybody is so badly dressed nobody cares.
Just a side note that Europe doesn’t have a unified culture as it’s climate changes from very cold Scandinavia to warm Mediterranean , but these tips are very useful and nonetheless true for all countries you will be travelling to in Europe
Szia from Hungary 🇭🇺
I agree that there are many styles that are loud and obviously worn by tourists. I used to be concerned about fitting in, BUT those of us who are 65 and over often have back & knee problems. Keep in mind, some of this pain is agonizing: So if my posture and pain reduction are achieved with supportive running/trainer shoes, I don't really care about the opinion of strangers when it comes to fashion!
Just moved back to Paris after 4 years in Santa Monica. What a difference ! It's like a return to civilisation. No more tights legging and sports bra.
It is such a pleasure to just sit outside some Parisian brasserie and watch stylish people passing by.
@@dominikaludwig7346 what is Parisian brassiere?
@@srisungazesplash1340 Parisian brasserie is any cafe in Paris where they serve simple food and you can stop just for a glass of wine and enjoy a hustle and bustle of the city :)
you should of taken the Statue of Liberty back with you to gay Parieeee
@@dominikaludwig7346 thank you
I am an American Pilates instructor. I don’t wear atheleisure wear outside of the Pilates studio, nor do I own anything denim. My mother jokes that I came out of the womb in a dress.-Perhaps this is why locals are shocked to learn that I am American while traveling abroad. Thanks again for a fun video!
I don't even know you, but I'm proud of you l o l
I love to read this ! 🤩
yah I question Anna about WHERE in the United States she has been.......because I have been in several European countries & have seen a lot of slutty looking slobs on the streets & non-elegant people
Ooh that sounds cute. I van literally imagine how you came out with a dress as a baby. Hello world, here i am!
I’m American. I live in dresses! I love frocks!
Nice video and I agree with most of what you've said BUT what's wrong with backpacks? Most European locals use them in day to day lives, and as a tourist it's absolutely a must have. Carrying aroung several kilograms of stuff on a full day sightseeing in a side bag or shoulder bag or tote or something is not a pleasant experience for one's back.
A tasteful leather backpack, is not what she is talking about. Tourists use gigantic and very unattractive backpacks
@@johnroberts1141 yeah I’m not going to destroy a leather bag on a vacation, I need something that is waterproof and functional and can fit loads of stuff. Fjallraven backpack are my go-to.
Thanks for always emphasizing the importance of fashion etiquette in churches and religious places. It's not about fashion or comfort after all, it's more about your manner.
As a European I'd like to put a disclaimer: we also wear jeans/running shoes/shorts. I think it's more about your overall grooming and quality fabrics than maybe your type of clothes (but then again I live in the Netherlands and here we loooove to look like we don't care 🙈)
Yes, its true, the quality is more important than the classy or sporty. Many people looks horrible in official clothes. Its not fit them!
Great tips!! My uncle went to Portugal and said that everyone looked “elegant” even though they were dressed casual.
Only southern europeans dress kinda elegant and in lighter colours. In eastern europe it depends on the occasion and weather. germanics and scandinvians dress overall functional and sporty in dark coloured. Elegance is dead here since the 90s.
Portugese are very elegant. French women wear a lot of skirts and robes. They told me once "men like it". Never thought about that before. Never asked myself "would a man like my outfit"? Quite enlighting.
I love the general idea of this video. However, as an Italian born and bred I must say this is sadly a bit stereotyped. Even in Milan, where I live, a lot of people unfortunately do not dress in an elegant way at all.
Also "Europe" is an extremely broad term. We tend to see Northern countries as much more casual than Southern ones. For example, the sandals+socks is stereotypically German.
With that said, I wished people dressed the way Anna says in this video!!
Come to Australia and then you’ll see how far ahead Milan is (even the badly dressed in Milan have a ‘style’ ) they don’t go everywhere in activewear!
I think this was one of her lowest quality videos; it was clear she spent very little time preparing her content. She has so much knowledge but I often find her videos leave me wanting for more because she doesn’t prepare much or provide any links or details.
I was hoping as her channel grew she could have someone on her team help her with this, but I haven’t seen that yet.
@karenhanson359 I'm not sure what you're even talking about. I think the purpose of a UA-camr is to leave you wanting more so you will keep looking at their videos. After all, this is how they make their living
@@karenhanson359 ok KAREN, be kind and considerate or you have the choice to go elsewhere
Agreed! I’m from Amsterdam and the fashion is so different from Italy for example. Dutch people tend to dress super casually and we all wear comfortable clothes 😂 jeans and tshirt, flip flops or sneakers.
I am from Germany and while you described the "typical american tourist look" I was like "oh god, that's what a lot of us germans do look like too in our everyday lifes". So yeah, it really differs from country to country. You won't stand out that much with a hoodie and running shoes here where I live.
A great video with good advice nevertheless!
I am from Germany, too. Absolutely true. I often feel underdressed when traveling to other european countries and always recognize other germans by their practical dressing. The obligatory rain jacket and Deuter backpack are an easy giveaway. 😂
I always recognize Germans and differ them from other Europeans by their good looking appearance and elegant outfit. Even if they are in jeans and t-shirts they somehow don't look shabby.
great video but i actually disagree with the fact that europeans don't wear colours. Maybe in England and up there but in Spain, Portugal, Italy, Greece, Croatia etc the ppl are dressing very colourfully especilly summer time.
I do agree! In France and England they like more neutral colours and lot of grey , navy and black summertime too! :O
Thank goodness… I love colour and cannot get away with just neutrals as I’m very pale and they wash me out.
@@kamillaerdos7636 best part with New York City natives .....people wear back all year round it is our 'go to' color ....besides we KNOW who the "tourists" are......🤣🤣🤣🤣
@@moonstar9101 Take scarves when you travel.
@@maddscientist3170 XD they wanna look snobish and bussinessish
These are good general guidelines for central and southern European countries. All of the Nordic countries tend to be a bit more relaxed. It is still not ok to walk around half naked in flip flops, but the overall style is more casual. Our customs differ also from southern countries. Silence is very much appreciated, so don't shout or talk loudly and sit quietly in public transport. Personal space is much wider, people are not rude if they are keeping a distance while talking to you. If they are talking to you at all, small talk isn't that big a thing... 😉
well said.
I remember my first trip abroad. I wore what i thought would be classy comfortable shoes but Nobody mentioned Cobblestones Everywhere and the effect they have on shoes and feet. Day two I traded the shoes i came in for a recommended pair by the local shoemaker. So much better!
What shoes did they recommend?
Recommended slip-on simple-style shoes with cushions, something like the Skecher's BOBS plush or the Tom's Alpagarto Cupsole - those are two i find online today that are closest. I sure there are other brands. I was there for a week and ended up with 3 pairs of those shoe types, brown, tan, gray. I still have them. I don't wear them often; they live in the closet 3/4 of the year, but they're sturdy, made well, and my feet thanked me so much. I wore them when I visited NYC and walked everywhere.
Thank you!
Me too, 1 day wearing “comfortable” shoes (Merrel) in Sicily, and my feet and ankles felt bruised by day 3. Bought hard bottomed leather shoes on sale where Italians were shopping, and my feet were more supported.
Our hiking boots would be best! But of course, not stylish.
Well... I am European. My family is from Germany and Italy. We wear definitely t-shirts, skinny jeans and also trainers. Some of us wear also hotpants in combination with a top.
What is normal when we have for example almost 50 degrees celsius in Sicily. When we visit a church we won't show up half naked. That's true. We also won't go in flipflops to a restaurant at night. But when you are on a trip to the beach with flip-flops and afterwards you would love to have ice-cream.... there is no point to not go inside the gelateria only why we are wearing flipflops.
So, Europe is not so conservative as you said.
Europe is a huge continent, you can t judge by single personal experiences or even hundreds of experiences. Besides different areas hold differences.
Yes, Anna. I am both italian and albanian and my advices for tourists here in Europe is this: please do not wear flip flops, hot pants, crop tops or other BEACH clothes like this or leggings and please do not seat, eat, sleep, paint or pee over our architecture beauties.
@@mkhl11 wait they do that??
@ Ida Malcom with all due respect to your heritage, to my big unfortune, I`ve met Albanians in different countries and they were the ones that were dressed and were acting inappropriately in places of culture. Last time was just few weeks ago in Ljubljana Slovenia and before that in Paris. I was shocked.
Just chocked of those examples... such beatiful places...
@@HaHaHaLMFAOtv yes
@@Sanyaji I suggest you to open your mind, travel more and not to be so stupid... and just to inform you here in Italy for example, where I live every day, we have got a lot of tourists from other Countries that are really very very rude and they are not albanians.
I find this a little condescending. It's not as if Europeans are always so elegant when traveling abroad themselves. I still shudder remembering a group of older and very overweight Germans in a tour group walking through a hotel lobby in Sri Lanka, a very conservative country, in nothing but tiny swimsuits with thong bottoms and no coverups. Their footwear was the least of the problem. The local service staff looked a combination of appalled and resigned. And in India, I rode buses with large groups of young Scandanavian women in transparent gauze dresses with absolutely nothing, I mean nothing, underneath, top or bottom. And best not to even discuss how many Europeans dress in Bangkok. I don't know how they dressed at home, but they sure weren't blending into the local culture. I have seen this all through Asia and South America. So maybe some Europeans on holiday just leave all those tasteful neutrals at home?
I liked the video but I see your point. I don't think British people (where I am from) are very elegant (myself included!). I feel embarrased the way British people act abroad. It seems at times that as soon as some Brits see the sun they strip off and get drunk. I dressed in crop tops and denim cut offs etc when I was younger but luckily I had no money to travel so you didn't have to see it! I do also think Anna was aiming at Americans who visit certain countries that are more conservative (though it may suprise some that Britain is not that conservative as imagined so I don't think Anna really meant England because she has lived there and knows we can be scruffy!).
Thank you for saying that
I always thought Europeans were more "liberated"? What about a lot of your beaches are nude? Some of your saunas and in Germany, no? Here, people that wear longer skirts and dresses are usually uptight conservatives. Kind of similar to religious muslims or orthodox jews.
Good point!
This comment was so on point, I find that a lot of European women can walk around tourist destinations basically in the nude. In Kuala Lumpur most of the embassies are in one dame building and you get to see women visiting their European embassies wearing sheer, whit tank-tops with nothing underneath and shorts so short you can see their bare butts. Not to mention the outfits you get to see at the Thai embassies and consulates where they even have to post signs asking people to wear decent clothes, brush their hair and shower before their appointments.
I am a proud American. I will soon visit some beautiful places in Europe. I don’t wear exercise clothes out not even for a simple shopping day. But here in America if you visit, we don’t judge a person for the way they dress, their culture, their personality. You come visit as you are. We are all different and that’s ok. As a tourist we don’t want to change who you are. You do you! We don’t want you to feel uncomfortable trying to fit in. Just be yourself and enjoy your family trip, which you paid. If we don’t pay your stay we are not entitled to change your style or fashion. I know how to be polite in public places, I will dress accordingly but will not change myself to fit In, never! That’s the beauty of life, live and let live. I am in charge of my spending, my trip and my style.
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HI, Debbie. I am a European who loves US. That is the best country in the whole world! I love the people, their positive attitude. However, I think that you did not understand Anna's point properly.
Typical ethnocentrism.
@@LHarvey-u9j " As a tourist we don’t want to change who you are"; "we are not entitled to change your style or fashion." I think this is the polar opposite of ethnocentrism, specially because the USA is made out of a variety of people with different ethnic backgrounds.
@@aiai-j7i Although the US is made up of with people with different ethnic backgrounds, that identity goes away within three generations. Specifically, if you ask some Americans who have lived in the US for three or more generations- ask them typical questions about their ethnicity/identity. More often than not, they are unable to name an author/writer, playwright, composer ,musicians, and speak some of the language, etc. That is what makes up one's identity. Regaring Anna's video about things "classy" women would never wear in Europe, she is mixing up the native population with the tourists.
I’m an American who spent 6 weeks in Toulouse. Not leggings and sports wear but definitely shorts, t-shirts jeans and non white sneakers. I lived in a neighborhood so this was not touristy. They were very casual. If you are in Paris or the bigger cities or touristy areas perhaps but I saw athletic shoes in Paris a lot. Not saying Paris is as casual as US but many European cities especially less touristy ones are not as formal as this.
Yes but they aren’t as tacky as Americans … as an American i can attest to this 😫
i have family in Toulouse as well and more often people there dress casually as in like in the USA and I usually follow ana’s advice and i feel overdressed. i also went to cinque terre in Italy and all are in bikinis etc and the trainers are very much visible, In spain also most wear sneakers. in paris I hiked to sacre cour on sneakers like anna advised but when i came up there most were wearing running sneakers😂 so I guess, shoes does not really count that much.
The Homer Simpson fading in a bush got me 🤣🤣🤣 I made the bad and naive choice of flying from US to England in 2015 in sweats and a hoodie. So embarrassing. Seeing everyone dressed so nicely was the beginning of my transformation.
Good for you, Elizabeth Ann, for realizing that you could do better and then actually DOING better!
My policy is to always look well dressed while traveling. Sweatpants are banned from my wardrobe. It’s also just as comfortable to travel in a looser dress.
@@munequa81 Mine too! From that trip onward! 😅
I just wear black in Europe.
@@tamikaleeryker Why ?
I don't know what Europe are you talking about but I'm European, from the Mediterranean, and hot pants and tops in summer are everywhere. I've seen them all my life! They are comfortable and at 40°C and high humidity, I can not live without them.
Its true, but mainly 20 years old women wear and she wanted to say its not so elegant.
Hot pants, cropped tops and flip-flops are ok on the beach but definitively not to visit cities centers or worse, to enter churches where they are forbidden.
I'm from the same Mediterranean country. I agree many people wear that, but there are options to elevate your look and survive the heat! For example, instead of sporty hot pants, light fabric palazzo pants or flowy skirts, tops that don't look too cheap, like linen tops or blouses, or a halter top, or summer dresses. And nicer colors instead of out-of-the-gym colors.
@@Enavk Yes, I agree with what you say, in fact summer dresses are one of my favourites. The point I wanted to make with my comment is that in Europe people dress in many ways, and admittedly most of them are casual, not necessarily elegant or conservative. I understand the point of Anna's video, but she has reduced all of Europe to the stereotype of "Parisian chic", or simply referred to a specific type of tourism.
@@MssBeccaSpain yes, you're very right! Especially in the summer and the beach, we don't all dress like a Vogue cover :)
Canadian here, I wear sports wear as day wear because I can. I wear sneakers because my home city has a walking culture. My evening wear is a cleanlined dress. Wherever I travel I will wear my existing wardrobe. I have no desire to blend in because Canadian Privilege. Like most Canadians I am a polite and gracious tourist. Also comming from a tourist destination city myself I am quite Savvy. I dont need to blend in. 😎☕💋
In Greece we have both people dressing really sporty (with crop tops, sport shoes and leggings etc.) but also others with more chic or feminine styles. But we almost never wear baseball huts, flip-flops (except on the beach) and definitely not socks with sandals!
AMEN..it all boils down to how much money a person has to spend on wardrobe
I live in Athens. To find a woman dressed not in unisex or sport type of outfit, to find a woman with a beautiful hairstyle is same often as to see a Panagia. Almost one of a hundereds.
Everyone wears sneakers. Hair- straight cut with no style, just washed & straightened. 20% might look as they just have woken up. Sorry
Exactly. I live on the island of Rhodes and of course for work or to go out for dinner people dress a bit better, but whenever I myself go to touristic places with visitors, I'll just wear something comfortable.
What is really important here in Greece during summer is to wear fabrics that don't make you sweat, like linen and cotton and don't worry about wearing a hat and hence being recognisably a tourist. It's better than getting a heatstroke!!!
And please please please use sunscreen!!!
I was in London and Italy last month and I paid particular attention to what people were wearing, both locals and tourists. I find that generally speaking, the clothes the locals were wearing were similar or identical to what we wear in North America. The major brands are major brands everywhere. Europeans were absolutely wearing running shoes and baseball caps. Sure, I saw a few outrageously dressed North Americans, but mostly the clothing was similar. However, there is something about their demeanor that does indeed differentiate locals from tourists. And my trip wasn't in summer, so the tourists weren't walking around half-naked. I'm sure in summer it's more of a problem. Also, I don't know why, but when I'm approached in Italy, people assume I'm German. I'm fine with it and just wish I spoke German.
As a US tourist I walk a lot and pack all my clothes in a carryon bag (no checked luggage). As a older woman I need to chose clothes that go with one or two (max) pair of shoes. My clothes also need to be easily washed (by hotel or laundry) and durable. Shoes need support as I’m walking miles (average 7 mi) a day. Palazzo pants and dresses? Ankle strap, thin sole sandles? As I’m climbing stairs in stone castles and ruins? Touring beautiful gardens w sometimes steep and slippery paths? Seriously.
The struggle with dresses is wind/ breeze. Being apple shaped, finding a flattering dress is more complicated. I prefer linen trousers & raw silk separates. A handful of pieces in neutrals can function like a full warsrobe.
Great advice on blending in, Anna, but I have to bring up the subject of Europeans who visit the US, and in particular, Nashville, Tennessee, where I live. Nashville is extremely popular with Europeans. I'm not sure if they try to blend in, but it is always easy to spot them. The first items that we see are the expensive cameras around their necks, fanny packs, and plastic (very cheap) shoes. They also appear to have a fondness for anything with an Adidas logo, which most people here rarely see. A few years ago, I accompanied two French students (ages 18) around Nashville and Memphis. The first thing they wanted to do was to shop for cowboy boots and hats. We visited the tourist part of the city (locals avoid it), where they each bought pink cowboy hats and "over-decorated" cowboy boots. Both girls are very attractive, but these really sent out an "I'm not from here" vibe. When we visited Memphis to see Elvis Presley's home, Graceland, they bought lots of souvenirs, including Elvis t-shirts. I tried so hard not to laugh. One girl bought a pretty striped dress for her mother, at least. So, just from the other side of this subject, it does help to do some research and avoid looking as though you have a big sign around your neck that doesn't announce "Tourist here!"😄😄😄
To be honest, I don’t mind when tourists here in the US from other countries “look and act like tourists” as long as they’re not hurting themselves, or others. Be yourself and have fun, while being respectful!
If I went to Nashville I too would buy cowboy boots and hats 😂
As a curvy girl it is difficult to find nicer clothes, especially in a tropical tourist state in the U.S. Great info, except for the shoe part. When walking for 12 miles in a day I have yet to find stylish shoes that will hold up to that. Nothing ruins a vacation more than blistered, aching feet.
Europe has many cultures and where I live people hardly ever look elegant 😅 So it's not necessarily true that "Europeans look classy". Usually, they do wear those American-like clothes
It is what I have seen many times in my travels through Europe. You are right .
Unfortunately those American/like clothes are everywhere. 😕
@@dsyrid yes they are..seen them in France, Italy , Greece
.... Go for comfort during travel. Always. A lot of old European cities have uneven roads and paths. Do not wear those sandals for a day of sightseeing if you want to have legs at the end of the day. When you travel it's for you to experience the place in pleasant way not for somebody else to experience you. What makes you stand out is mannerism. Being to loud etc. What you should avoid is big company logos and patterns. Those in most of Europe are considered tacky and new money.
Totally. These kind of sandals make my feet hurt after 20 min of walking on even sidewalk (not to mention uneven one).
I avoid wearing running shoes, athletic wear and jeans. I’ve been in Europe once from America in the summer, and it was so much better that I packed mostly skirts and dresses, natural air conditioning. It’s fun for me to dress a little more dressy while on vacation. I also try to do some research into what locals may be wearing so I can blend in better.
I wish elegant dresses and skirts were more common in the Netherlands. Most people dress super casual
As an European sadly most of the things this lady listed as no go are totally normal in day to day life. It naturally also depends on your age group etc. but jeans short and sandals are definitely normal.
One would more look out of place in the streets wearing eye catching "beautiful" clothes.
Everything is quite toned down and monotone.
I’m an American, but my Mom’s family is from Sweden, and I have lived there myself. I almost always wear a backpack due to a disability that causes cervical instability. I also need to carry rescue meds with me in case I experience anaphylaxis. This makes my purse quite heavy. If I don’t have the weight balanced on my shoulders, my neck subluxes (partially dislocates), which is extremely painful and causes a cascade of health problems. I typically use a dressier backpack purse, rather than a bulky athletic backpack. Sometimes, comfort has to take priority over style. It’s literally a matter of life and death for me. I love your videos, so I’d love to hear if you have any hacks for being an elegant lady with disabilities.
Oh Anna, I live in Cancun, Mexico, a very touristic spot and affordable to lots of people, and I have seen the tackiest fashion around. I even went on a date with an Italian guy and told him that he could get away with wearing whatever he wanted because it is generally accepted from tourists looking like they don't want to make the slightest effort. Even locals dress terribly, but is a different kind of trashy. Only a few people like to dress elegant here and that's why I always call attention whenever I go out.
I agree with you completely. I went to Hawaii I brought 2 bathing suits 2 swim coverups 4 dresses 3 pairs of shoes that was it. That’s all you need.😊
Years ago there was a company called Travelsmith that sold appropriate travel clothes that were for the most part wrinkle free and easily packable, but I'm not sure they're still out there. They're clothes were pricey, but good quality and durable, washing and drying easily.
Thank you for this video. It was during my first trip to Europe that I discovered how comfortable a skirt, blouse, and sneakers are. Today, I incorporate day dresses into my day wear. Thanks again for empowering our femininity ❤
Thanks Anna for the advice. ❤ There are many more places in Europe. Dear Lady, if you want to visit a place in Europe that is a combination of East and West, modern and oriental, lots of delicious food, I suggest Sarajevo 🇧🇦
I am a Canadian and I have to say I’ve never travelled with denim hot pants. I don’t even own a hoodie. I don’t wear baseball caps. I do layer with a cardigan in case it gets cool suddenly. I also like skorts : the skirts with built in shorts for being a tourist. Much dressier than a pair of shorts. Cardigans are great for travel.
I live in The Netherlands and someone from my village thought I was an annoying tourist 😭 I guess I need this video as a European citizen 😆😅 Some people can be so mean when they aren't even right in the first place ugh
Not so sure about the shoes. I’d say sneakers and Birkenstock are definitely more indicated for walking around any European city. And from what I can tell you *can* find very nice-looking pairs too!
Thank you for this advice. You mentioned backpacks…without them, how does one accommodate the layering necessary to stay comfortable when you will be sightseeing all day with no opportunity to return to your hotel room when you need to remove layers? Also, advice on bags to carry would be helpful…travel bags often look like just that. Thank you.
Also camera stuff, bottle of water, raincoat and/or umbrella etc.... I agree with everything in the video but I simply cannot leave the apartment without a good backpack.
think about a bag like a neverfull. It doesnt have to be a designerbag, but the shape is elegant. Make sure it has a cross body strap too.
@@furrytales5797 Shoulder bags are not healthy and comfy at all to carry around lots of stuff the whole day.
I was visiting the Bahamas few months ago. I was pretty schoked when I saw how the american tourist was dressed up. They lived in the luxury hotels but looked so crumpy and cheap.I came from a post soviet country from eastern europe ( Hungary) so we can't afford fancy hotel rooms but I tried to dress up tidy and poperly every day.( light dresses, elegant sandals, hat and elegant cross body bag. People with low budget also can look feminine and stylish.( with effort of course) Thank you Ana, you showed me the way!🌹
I’m going on a cruise to Rome and Greece I’m going to look like a tourist. I will be a tourist!! Lol.
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Whole World is a sport center... loved this sentence Ann
I dressed well for ten days in Paris with just my carry-on sized Longchamp suitcase and Le Pliage large bag…in January! I was spoken to in French because I looked the part. Such a huge compliment I was grateful to receive. ❤
Did you gain tips from this video? Or you dressed on your own? Can I ask what did you wore?
“Looked the part” 😂
This is supposed to be sarcasm, right??? Otherwise you sound extremely pretentious.
@@cassandra2685 I know! She has her persona all figured out.
People should do what ever they want. Whatever makes them happy, and feel comfortable in their own skin. Elegance is being respectful of others, but by no means does it mean conforming into a boring stiff stereotype to ‘be’ some boring person they’re not.
Nice video! I dress in rather classy/"French" style, but there are some many nationalities, characters that really I think you can find in Europe almost any style. For sure, in general it is much better to dress less visible, more conservative. Also, quite touristic is baseball hat, fleece sweatshirt and sporty shoes all together. Remember when you travel to be prepared for weather changing - it can be sunny, then rainy, so quite useful is to dress - as we call it - like "an onion" ;) , i.e. with many layers. Must important - smile, be kind and enjoy your holidays in Europe :) Greetings and feel welcome to come to my beautiful country - Poland :)
there is no european culture 😅 there are huge differences in how people dress from one country to another, from north to south, from east to west
Of course there are so much differences from one european country or region to another, but there is a common cultural base in Europe, really different from other continents !
Exactly. And it's also time to stop pretending that everyone in Europe is dressed like a wealthy aristocrat. Plenty of people, especially the young, are dressed very casually/carelessly these days.
Certanlly there is no a common idea of being elegant in Europe. Is depending the country , city , weather , age and nowaday we all are global .
In Spain for ex there are lot of differences north -south , coast - inland .
I’m an American who visits Europe frequently. I wear nothing on your list there or at home. Neutrals, linen , cashmere are good choices no matter where you are depending on the temperature.
That's right. It's not only about blending in, showing repsect and all of those sensible factors, but it's also about security. You'll be less of a target for unfortunate things such as scams, theft, and God forbid worse things. Thank you so much for your great video and topic, and very nice You tube account as well. God bless
My advice to every tourist pack everything in ur bag what u need and put nothing what u wont need on holiday! Thats an art to guess what u will need. Extra dresses, sandals, stuff just more things to carry and stress!
I live in paris, and we wear almost all you mentioned above to not to wear 🤣leggings, flipflops, baseball caps, birkenstocks...
Okay, Cagla, but you still want to avoid those clothes to be elegant.
@@bluntlyspeaking8289 ??? who said that ?
@@cagla5911 no one said but people have their own taste. And wearing flipflops, leggings are not going to make you classic.
you find people with leggings and flipflops everywhere, that is not the point
@@dailyanimalshortsplanet_27 sure thing. however, it is important to have style rather than trying to be classic or elegant (they are completely different things). The pieces Anna suggests to wear are the classic type of pieces. They are not elegant or will make you elegant. yes, you can be a classic women even can be boring following what anna suggests and it is also completely fine. at least european taste is more sophisticated rather than trying to be elegant. in paris you can see only 60+ women wear these types of clothing.
Guys wear whatever you want in Europe. I can not imagine walking with those sandals 3:18 in Athens or on an island … it has a straight posture. You need something more “durable”if you an explorer! better to wear something more casual and comfy. Enjoy!
I’m from the southern US and we have a different style from the other Americans. We’re very feminine and traditional, much more conservative! We live in sundresses in the summer!
doubt that ..have y'all been to Florida lately?🤣🤣🤣🤣
@@maddscientist3170 Florida isn’t really part of our southern culture, in my opinion
Just got back from Paris (ringing in the new year!) and so many French/Parisian men wore NY Yankees baseball hats lol and a couple men also wore camouflage wear you’d wear in Alaska….i was so confused lol oh and many many wore those weird oversized trainers/sneakers.
These are great tips. I never want to look like a touirst either so this is perfect for when I visit Europe. As for the style, I love classic and elegant dressing too; Europe sounds beautiful!
My style is feminine and classic. At my work place , People compliments my sense of fashion. I always encourage everyone, you can do the same 😅
I watched this type of video before I travel to destinations just to prepare myself doesn’t look like a tourist . I went to Europe few times but I still look like tourist because I’m a Asian American😂
Totally agree with your points. I have broken all those rules with running shoes, caps, leggings etc 😅😅😅 but I do agree with you. Next European trip I’ll work on it!
I was in Rome in 2019 with a group, a married couple went to a five star Italian restaurant one evening in denim long shorts and T shirts. They were both denied entrance, I wish they had asked me about dress I would have said NO to their outfits.
I noticed in france and belgium that people wear a lot of black, even in the spring and summer
I'm from NY and it's embarrassing how some ladies dress here especially once it warms up even a little smidge.
For comfortable and elegant shoes try Charlie stone shoes , and I agree with skirts and dresses they are so comfy for me .
As a European I disagreed with a lot of these points as, we also on a day to day basis wear sandals, shorts, tshirts, crop tops, running shoes… It will depend on each person’s preference and style, but the above articles are extremely normal on an average person. The fancy dressing - sure we make effort for a special outing or work (if your work place requires it) but being dressed casually is seen as sensible on a normal day. One thing that is true IMO for majority of people here is the lower degree of skin-revealing. Most people don’t usually wear gym clothes or things we consider as underwear (sports bras, gym leggings with nothing over them) just like that outside. Even there, the teenagers definitely like this trend and I see those skintight/revealing clothes on them and young adults quite often. And on the flip side, what we find as sensible degree of skin/figure revealing is seen as overly revealing in Asian countries from my experience (Europe - tank tops and spaghetti straps are ok, if your blouse shows an edge of your bra it’s not a big deal, bra-less is being adapted by some people though other are instead still weirded out so it really depends). And of course details vary a lot by country and age group.
Anna, do you have advice for dressing elegantly in pregnancy? It's been harder to find nice clothes than I thought it would be.
Seraphine maternity sells elegant maternity wear (Kate Middleton wore them during her pregnancies)🤰🏼
Hello Anna , please read this comment 👇
I really get confused on selecting fabrics . Like , what fabric should a blazer be made of ?? Or should I buy a linen shirt or viscose rayon ? So it's a reaquest to please make a video on FABRICS . It will be really helpful 🙂❤
I do live-in care work and i carry a michael kors backpack with me everywhere. Its quite nice, i have had multiple people comment on it and its the only bag that doesn't slide off your coat while travelling.
I'm irish and definitely in the UK and Ireland it's definitely more casual.. Though with a caveat in city centres at weekends we are shopping, having brunch/lunch, hanging out generally in smart casual things like Anna said. Also age wise only students and teens really go around in sports gear generally. And on a Saturday night in Liverpool, Manchester, Dublin, London don't expect high end fashion but definitely bring a nice dress(some cleavage is fine if you're young and into partying) and kitten heels. Victorian rules in Ireland and the UK are strange that way we never enter saunas naked, or go topless on beaches or we will cover ourselves alot on the beach with towels to change but come Saturday night in city centres please don't come to pubs and nightclubs casual at best you will get odd looks at worst security won't let you in. Also please don't giggle at young women dressed up provocatively, Americans did that to me before I was 24yo, finishing my chartered accounting training on a night out. In America I was in street walking gear but here I was creative, expressing myself, partying in an affluent club and really not doing anything any harm, maybe my liver though 🤔
As for summer dresses or winter sweater dresses bring them, they're light and go with the shoes Anna suggested.
I'm headed to Ireland and then England this summer. Thanks for the tips. We've done London and Scotland a few times and can't wait to head across the pond again. We've never been to Ireland before and in England are focusing on more of the countryside.
@@jo6731 I hope you've a lovely time here, just a heads up Dublin is quite small so if you decide to stay in the city centre you will see most things in one day so if you can go out into smaller rural areas like kilkenny do. I'm from Dublin, I love my city but it's not pretty but 40 miles away it is. Let me know if you need any tips.
A friend and I went on a spontaneous 3 day trip to Ireland (from Korea 😅) and it's such a beautiful country! We aren't into parties so much so we visited pubs more in off hours and it was so fun! Definitely a more casual environment. It was February so it was a bit chilly which made dressing easy because you mostly just have to worry about having a nice coat! That's my favorite part about traveling in the colder months.
@@languageishard I'd love to visit S Korea. Seems like a cool and vibrant place. My daughter is a huge fan of K-dramas.
@@ep4423 We'll be in Ireland in June. We fly into Dublin (one night there), spend 5 days in Limerick (Adare Manor), and then head to England. Want to visit Chatsworth House. A friend is a travel agent and she's working on the English part of the visit.
Could you link a couple of the outfits preferably the striped linen romper.
I did read an article about what's not allowed to wear or to do in Italy, and I think it's fair. However, I have a phobia of wearing skirts and dresses. When I was 17 years old, I broke a guy's face and nose because he was peeping down my skirt with a mirror and it still bothers me. Now that I'm turning 40 this Saturday, I don't know if I want to try wearing skirts and dresses again
If you come to Europe you can dress as you like or as you feel more comfortable. I live in Spain, and I suppose it will be the same in Italy, but the only places where you have to have some modesty is in churches or places of worship.
I agree in Italy the women are stylish they where everything matching shoes and bags compared to Australia,but depending what age group you are talking about but I saw a lot of young Italian girls dress in very short shorts and a lot of tattoos and I spent 2 and half months Italy.Greece women a little more conservative than Italy.
Dad sandal+ socks Has to be ok in Germany. I say this because both my brother in-laws (I have 2 sisters) are German and they Both wear dad sandal + socks, we joke about it being the best form of birth control (huge turn off).
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So true! I am greek and have relatives in Germany. Germans really love birgenstocks (or any other comfy sandal) with socks. To as it looks really strange though.
I'm German and I cannot stand the Dad Sandals with Socks. Many women here in Northern Germany own & wear Birkenstocks here and its definitely not elegant.
@@iguessitslydia haha i don't understand it either, but it will definitely not make you look like a tourist in Germany 😅
@Dodo Pson true😅
I helped an older lady in the street recently and she told me it's a shame that people in Germany and generally so badly dressed. And I could only agree with her. If you dress well here you actually stand out.
I like these videos that contrast cultures - as an American, I am not offended by the simple truth that Americans stand out as tourists when we travel abroad. A simple, classic, high quality wardrobe is perfect no matter where you go.
I like all the presented ideas, however I do not understand why it is wrong wearing long denim jeans (in case one is feeling more confortable with a casual style) ?!
"Everybody thinks the whole world is a sports center" oh the "shade" she throws. Luv it.
Lived in Canada for 8 years, now I live in Spain, dressing here is completely different! I feel always underdressed, specially at work! Women here (now in spring) wear a lot of dresses, during winter I saw a lot of skirts with tights, women are very feminine, I really need to transform my wardrobe, it just calls you to dress better! I contracted a personal stylist, and I am not that worried about dressing, but like, at work, I want to dress accordingly!
Just came back from Barcelona and after watching this video I could easily identify North Americans tourists, and I laughed by myself, nothing against, I dress comfy, gym like myself, although after your video I did try to choose a bit more elaborated looks, and I think it worked, and I was just as comfy, but looked way better in pictures 😜
Hi Anna Quick question. If Backpacks are not suggested , what anti theft bags do you suggest since pick pocketing is a major issue in Europe?
I just realised I actually don’t have anything from those not recommended pieces in my wardrobe, apart from sport shoes that I mostly use for waking my dog - but this is a pair of quite delicate race waking shoes in a dusty pink colour that works great with the rest of my spring/summer wardrobe. I believe if I can dress fairly nicely to take my dog for a walk both around the town and in the countryside, there’s no reason to dress less nicely as a tourist.
O think it's very respectful to make the effort to learn a bit of the language and dress as the locals do.
Once again Anna, you have shown many of what not to do especially in Europe. I have always valued classic as well as comfort when visiting other countries. I don’t want to stand out, at least north that way. Respect is the most important thing you can do while visiting abroad. Thank you for the enlightenment ❤️ By the way, you’re wearing my favorite color combination in this video!
“The whole world is sports center” 🤣🤣🤣 haha so true.
everything Anna said in this video is true, only differents in-between Europeans is for example Italians are not shy of colorful clothing but French are more into neutral ... being nicely and appropriately dressed is THE BASIC thing in every single European country
It's incredibly how all what you said is true! I took the plane wishing things have changed from the last time I traveled but I was surprised to see MOOOORE people wearing flip-flops, sport outfits, leggings, shorts and beach outfit...!
I like summer loafers when I want to look casual but not too casual and still be comfortable. They are made with light weight perforated leather. They are comfortable in an Australian summer so they will be comfortable anywhere.
I was in Brussels last year and saw leggings everywhere. It was clearly not just tourists wearing them.
I've been living in Munich, Germany (a well-known wealthy/trendy/posh city), and while it's true people dress nicer here than most Americans and I definitely was taken aback by how nice everyone looks on a random Tuesday, the longer I've been here, the more I've noticed that honestly, people dress quite similar to Americans (e.g. crop tops, jeans, leggings, hoodies, gym shoes with jeans *cringe* etc.) So yes, there are still people who dress way nicer and the concentration is higher than you'll see pretty much anywhere in the States, the majority isn't walking around in their Sunday best at all times.
This is very true
I live in Sardinia, and I would advise those who come here in the summer put in suitcase light and large capes, in natural and fresh fabrics such as cotton and linen, because here we have a very hot and humid climate. I recommend avoiding all skimpy garments and rigid and synthetic fabrics. The rule "the less I dress, the less I feel hot" doesn't apply.
And Buone vacanze!
Ciao😘😘😘
Yes this is he difference i ve seen in Italy and in Hungay. We like to wear clothes in which our arm and legs are naked not to be hot, In Italy u wear nice long airy dresses and marching in them :) First thoughts why is so much fabric at summertime, but then we puzzle they are airy and looks nice as well. What is not fair that here the shops are full of sytetics dresses in Italy more confortable fabric. Its not fair to blame any country people about their appearance, cause if they have the same selection in their shop for example what German have they would dress in them, And if German have Italian dresses they in their coutry they would looks very sylish:)
Classic and elegant... maybe in france or in italy. In Switzerland you'll only meet chic people in the big cities. Mostly the rest is dressed in joggers and t-shirt 😊
Now I need to figure out how to implement this into the backpack I'll be traveling with 😭😭
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Exactly since the locals don't need backpacks because they are not tourists. Wear whatever you want and be comfortable!
Aww, I'm so proud of my 18 year old self! We visited the U.K. in 1980 where we spent 6 weeks total exploring each country. I spent 8 weeks putting together a wardrobe for my first big trip, and I'm glad I did. I dressed like a lady, probably because my mom. She was always well dressed when she traveled, probably because she was from an era where you dressed nicely when traveling.
Nowadays, almost anything goes, and you even hear about people getting asked to leave Disneyland if they are dressed improperly!!!
I am going to be in Europe shortly; I plan on wearing my comfortable shoes which will be a sneaker; I will bring flats for the evening. Since I will be going in the fall I will probably wear dark pants and light sweaters. I will bring a light coat and a sweater; plan on layering my clothing. I am not going to Europe to be a fashionista but just have a great time.