Packing for 2.5 weeks in Italy in August

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Anonymous wrote:I don't get the more underwear comments. Underwear are very easy to wash out in the using hotel soap and hanging to dry. I do this every night when I travel and never take more than two underwear and one bra with me (besides what I wear on the plane). If the bra isn't fully dry in the morning, I simply use the hotel hair dryer.

Because it hardly takes up any room and it's nice to have as many fresh undies as you want or need. I don't want to be blow drying the same pair of underpants over and over when I could just pack some more.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Just finished two weeks in Italy and agree with more dresses and fewer shorts/athleisure. I brought a number of athleisure bottoms and regular shorts and tops and didn’t wear any bc I felt like I stood out and looked sloppy in them. Try to find some light cotton dresses and wear with your Vejas. I got a couple of dresses from Zara. Have a great trip!

Thanks!! I’ll check out Zara too!

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I don't get the more underwear comments. Underwear are very easy to wash out in the using hotel soap and hanging to dry. I do this every night when I travel and never take more than two underwear and one bra with me (besides what I wear on the plane). If the bra isn't fully dry in the morning, I simply use the hotel hair dryer.

Sorry but at some point, I want to enjoy my vacation and not be worried about washing underwear every night. Folding up a bunch of underwear is just not that much of a space taker in a suitcase.

[Anonymous]

There’s a wonderful wash & fold laundry service near the train station in Florence. End of thread.

[Anonymous]

We're heading to Italy soon, I just bought some arch-cushioned Tevas and sneakers for walking around all day. Also, a front-facing, over the shoulder purse bag that I can lock and hug in crowds for security (pickpockets). Don't forget a sunhat. My California spouse says to pack like you're going to LA, because that's the climate.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I don't get the more underwear comments. Underwear are very easy to wash out in the using hotel soap and hanging to dry. I do this every night when I travel and never take more than two underwear and one bra with me (besides what I wear on the plane). If the bra isn't fully dry in the morning, I simply use the hotel hair dryer.

Sorry but at some point, I want to enjoy my vacation and not be worried about washing underwear every night. Folding up a bunch of underwear is just not that much of a space taker in a suitcase.

Not to beat this particular topic to death but I'm totally in the "wash and wear" camp here. More underwear is just more to keep track of, gross rolling it up in the suitcase dirty, etc. I usually bring it into the shower with me at the end of the day, rinse, and it's dry by morning. The space difference between 3 vs 10 pairs of underwear is equal to an extra shirt, which I find way more valuable!

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:We're heading to Italy soon, I just bought some arch-cushioned Tevas and sneakers for walking around all day. Also, a front-facing, over the shoulder purse bag that I can lock and hug in crowds for security (pickpockets). Don't forget a sunhat. My California spouse says to pack like you're going to LA, because that's the climate.

Thanks! Can you link to the purse? Will definitely take a sun hat or 2! I’m also from CA but feel like no one there walks (I’m now in nyc so I walk a ton) and it’s all air conditioned which isn’t the case in Italy!

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:We did laundry in the hotel sink and hung to dry. Was very simple. Make sure you have a scarf and/or cover up for churches etc that required arms and/or heads covered.

Arms and heads covered for churches in Italy? I’ve heard knees and shoulders but not that. I thought that was mosques? Are you sure?

True for Rome, Florence, Tuscany, Venice etc etc etc

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:We did laundry in the hotel sink and hung to dry. Was very simple. Make sure you have a scarf and/or cover up for churches etc that required arms and/or heads covered.

Arms and heads covered for churches in Italy? I’ve heard knees and shoulders but not that. I thought that was mosques? Are you sure?

True for Rome, Florence, Tuscany, Venice etc etc etc

No way. Covering knees and shoulders yes, not arms and heads. In fact, you remove hats in churches.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I know it will be hot. I know I need at least 1-2 things that fully cover my knees and shoulders. Can I get away with:

1-2 pairs linen wide leg pants
2 pairs shorts (1 denim, one linen)
2 dresses (1 midi length with short sleeves, 1 sundress)
1 skirt (knee length)
1 black romper (can be dressed up with accessories)
6 t-shirts - 2 white, gray, black, one colorful, one striped
1 nicer blouse
One lightweight linen sweater or button down layer

Biggest issue is we won’t have access to a washer/dryer until almost the end of the trip. I can hand wash underwear and t-shirts in the sink, but that’s harder for shorts and pants.

For shoes I’m thinking white Vejas, Birkenstock gizeh in silver, athletic shoes. I’d like a “nicer” sandal but I don’t have one that’s good for walking.

That’s not enough for me for a week. But, I tend to overpack. I think you need more clothes since you have no access to a washer.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I don't get the more underwear comments. Underwear are very easy to wash out in the using hotel soap and hanging to dry. I do this every night when I travel and never take more than two underwear and one bra with me (besides what I wear on the plane). If the bra isn't fully dry in the morning, I simply use the hotel hair dryer.

Sorry but at some point, I want to enjoy my vacation and not be worried about washing underwear every night. Folding up a bunch of underwear is just not that much of a space taker in a suitcase.

Not to beat this particular topic to death but I'm totally in the "wash and wear" camp here. More underwear is just more to keep track of, gross rolling it up in the suitcase dirty, etc. I usually bring it into the shower with me at the end of the day, rinse, and it's dry by morning. The space difference between 3 vs 10 pairs of underwear is equal to an extra shirt, which I find way more valuable!

So you shower with dirty underwear? That really sounds gross.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:Def dresses not shorts

Really? No shorts at all? I have some cute “nicer” shorts with a paper bag sort of top that look very put together. Would a pair of those be ok to mix it up?

Italians really don't wear shorts.

OP is not Italian.

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Anonymous wrote:Look at Bagallini for bag options.

Also, I spent 13 days in Italy in April and most regretted packing tan pants. (I packed in a carry-on).

So interesting - why?? I have worn mine a bunch of times this spring/summer and find them very versatile. I’m trying to pack in a carry-on as well!!

ONE pair of pajamas….no way. Just check a bag.

[Anonymous]

I was in Italy in August of 2019. It was very hot.
I wore pants on the plane over because I get cold but that was the only time I wore pants.

I recommend linen or cotton comfy dresses to walk around in and skirts and tops. Shorts would have been too uncomfortable in the heat.

Boden has a lot of cute linen dresses.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Look at Bagallini for bag options.

Also, I spent 13 days in Italy in April and most regretted packing tan pants. (I packed in a carry-on).

So interesting - why?? I have worn mine a bunch of times this spring/summer and find them very versatile. I’m trying to pack in a carry-on as well!!

ONE pair of pajamas….no way. Just check a bag.

Haven’t you seen all the horror stories about checked baggage especially in Europe this summer? Carryons make a lot of sense, even for a longer trip. Summer clothes don’t take a lot of space. One can sleep in a tank and underwear, or hand wash pajamas after a few wears and hang dry. Do you change your pajamas daily?