What shoes are acceptable in Italy?

The two main types of shoes I recommend bringing to Italy include a walking shoe (can be either a casual sneaker or an athletic shoe) and another shoe – a pair of sandals (if you're visiting in the summer) or a warm, weatherproof shoe (if you're visiting in the winter).



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First thing's first: Italians love a versatile sneaker that's comfy enough to wear trekking through cliffside Italian towns but also stylish enough to wear with a sundress while strolling through a city center.

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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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What To Not Wear in Italy
  • Socks + Sandals. Socks and sandals are very common in the US to the point it's almost a fashion statement. ...
  • Shorts. Shorts are thought of us as too casual and not classy in the Italian eye. ...
  • Sweatpants. Sweatpants are an obvious one. ...
  • Tank Tops. ...
  • Flip Flops. ...
  • Athleisure. ...
  • Giant Hats.


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Below are a few of the things I found about what to wear in Italy
  • Back to Black. Italians prefer more neutral colors. ...
  • No Shoulders or Knees When Going to Churches or Cathedrals. ...
  • It's Okay to Wear Jeans. ...
  • For Men. ...
  • No Sportswear. ...
  • Don't Wear a Fanny Pack. ...
  • Don't Wear Flip Flops or Thong Sandals. ...
  • No Socks in Open-Toed Shoes.


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To dress in Italy, opt for clothes with clean lines that fit you well, like button-down shirts for men and capri pants for women. Additionally, choose classy shoes such as boots or ballet flats, since Italians generally frown on wearing things like flip flops in public.

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