HOW TO DRESS FOR A SUMMER VACATION IN EUROPE

When it comes to summer style, investing in quality pieces is essential for an effortlessly polished look. Naturally, the key to any summer wardrobe is keeping things light and breathable. And as the saying often goes, less is indeed more. While the European summer aesthetic isn’t drastically different, what sets it apart is its elevated and refined approach to warm-weather dressing.

Now that summer in Europe is in full swing, local celebrities and style stars have been jetting off to the continent, sharing envy-worthy snapshots of their idyllic getaways. Sartorially, if their Instagram OOTDs have taught us anything, it's that the chicest European summer outfits strike a perfect balance between laid-back luxury and effortless sophistication. Essential elements include lightweight fabrics like linen and cotton, neutral tones with bold accents, and accessories that add a hint of glamour—think oversized sunglasses, straw hats, and subtle gold jewelry.

So, whether you're planning on lounging by the Amalfi Coast or wandering through Parisian streets, the goal is comfort that never sacrifices style. Can't quite picture what we mean just yet? Scroll and glean some style inspo from this guide. 

How to Dress for the European Summer, As Seen on Filipino Style Stars

1. Kelsey Merritt 

Jorts are having a major fashion moment as of late, and Kelsey Merritt knows exactly how to style them with sophistication. While exploring the streets of Bordeaux in Southern France, the Fil-Am model paired a white racer-neck tank with tailored beige linen shorts from Ralph Lauren. She cinched the look with a brown leather belt and slipped on some skin-tone PVC sandals. The perfect finishing touch? A Fendi Baguette in canvas that ties the palette together.

2. Janine Gutierrez

You can never go wrong with a breezy, feminine dress. While in sunny Venice, actress and Best Dressed 2024 awardee Janine Gutierrez wore a flowy number from Vania Romoff’s latest ready-to-wear collection. The dress featured an embroidered V-neck bodice that cascaded into a billowing skirt. Breathable, elegant, and undeniably chic!

3. Pia Wurtzbach 

Beauty queen Pia Wurtzbach recently vacationed in Greece with her husband, Jeremy Jauncey. While sightseeing in Hydra, Pia kept it casual yet stylish in a white scoop-neck top and a black-and-white gingham midi skirt.

4. Maureen Wroblewitz 

Maureen Wroblewitz channels a touch of Y2K in this brown and black ensemble. The Filipina-German model wore a vintage Jean Paul Gaultier mesh top with a flowy black maxi skirt and platform flip-flops. To elevate the look, she accessorized with a chunky gold-plated belt and hoop earrings.

5. Angelique Manto

Stuck on what to wear? A sleek coordinated set is always a safe bet. Angelique Manto shows us how it’s done, pairing a taupe green tube top and trousers from Lioness with white Miu Miu ballet flats and a Dior saddle bag. She completed the look with dainty layered necklaces and sleek black Gentle Monster sunglasses.

SHOP: Euro Summer Wardrobe Staples

ON KELSEY: Relaxed Fit Long Pleated Short, $149.99 (approximately P8,478.36), RALPH LAUREN, ralphlauren.com

ON JANINE:Paulina Dress in Beige, P20,250, VANIA ROMOFF, vaniaromoff.ph  

ON PIA: Mini Jodie in Caramel, £ 2,150 (approximately P158,584.84 ), BOTTEGA VENETA, bottegaveneta.com

ON ANGELIQUE: Satin ballerinas in white, SGD 1,500 (approximately P64,911.66), MIU MIU, miumiu.com

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