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Can I wear sneakers in Italy?

Dolomites – Evenings can be cool even in the summer, so I prefer ballet flats to sandals as a 'dressier shoe. ' But, the entire region is casual and you'll also be fine going to dinner in casual clothing and sneakers or hiking boots.



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We show you that you can wear sneakers while traveling through Europe. There is a common misconception that all Europeans wear fancy shoes and if you wear sneakers in Europe you'll immediately be pegged as a tourist and be constantly accosted by roving hoards of pickpockets.

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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.

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Remember, presentation is valued by Spaniards, which means running shoes are seen at the gym and lifestyle sneakers are worn around the city. One thing to keep in mind is packing shoes for the nightlife! The Spain dress code for a night involves dressing up!

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Any shoes are acceptable as long as you're not barefoot. Make sure you are not wearing anything see-through or revealing. If the restaurant is in a nice hotel such as Skyview Bar in Burj Al Arab or Atmosphere in Burj Khalifa, the dress code would be either smart-casual or formal attire.

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Pile on the neutral colors Meanwhile, the “no white after Labor Day” rule in Italy doesn't exist: Locals love winter white, especially for jeans and sweaters.

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