We just returned from two weeks in Italy including visits to churches in Venice, Florence and Rome. Many women wore sandals. As long as your knees and shoulders are covered, you should be good to go.
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It is generally considered acceptable to wear sandals in an Italian restaurant, as the dress code in such establishments is usually casual. However, it's always best to check the dress code of a specific restaurant before going, as some may have stricter guidelines for attire.
Opt for a pair of comfortable leather boots, flats, or dress shoes instead of blinged out sneakers. Avoid carrying a fanny pack or large backpack with you, since it makes you look like a tourist and tells pickpockets that you're carrying money around.
High heels and backless sandals make it difficult to quickly evacuate the aircraft, and heels can possibly cause further damage to emergency exits or hurt others if they go flying off somehow, she says. I would really advise against high heels or flip-flops or any slides, mostly for safety purposes.
Wear Comfortable ShoesHigh heels, sandals, and flat shoes are all going to have you hurting by the end of the night. Some comfortable tennis shoes with cushioning will ensure you're comfortable throughout the concert and your feet will thank you for it when you get home.
Sticking with a neutral color like a soft pink or cream will provide great flexibility for many outfits. A pair of d'Orsay flats work equally well with a well-cut pair of jeans, trousers or slim pants as they do with a midi skirt or spring dress. These are some popular shoes for Paris and Italy!
Avoid wandering around town alone late at nightProvided you keep your wits about you and use common sense, you should feel safe and comfortable in Florence. Still, we'd advise avoiding the Santa Maria Novella area late at night when alone, as well as narrow dark alleys.