A city break is your excuse to dress like the main character. It’s fast-paced, culture-filled and full of unexpected photo ops. From cobbled café corners to gallery halls and leafy parks, here’s how to dress for every moment with comfort, confidence and just the right amount of flair.
GRABBING COFFEE
Let’s start with the obvious: the city café run. Whether it’s a flat white or oat cappuccino, you’ll want to look like you just threw something on (but in a refined way). Reach for tailored trousers and a boxy tee, or a relaxed blazer layered over a midi dress. Polished yet unfussy, the kind of outfit that makes ordering in another language feel like second nature.
Style tip: Loafers or sleek trainers complete the look - caffeine-fuelled wandering approved.
VISITING MUSEUMS
City museums mean hours on your feet, and rooms with very precise climate control. This is where summer layers come in. A lightweight knit over a sleeveless dress, or a fine turtleneck under a pinafore keeps you museum-ready. Bonus points for a crossbody bag to keep hands-free for impromptu art appreciation.
Style tip: Monochrome keeps it chic. Think muted palettes and sharp silhouettes – museum outfit etiquette mastered.
PARK STROLL
Green spaces in the city are your midday breather. This is your moment to soften things up, with wide-leg linen trousers and a breezy blouse, or an easy sundress with a denim jacket slung over the shoulders. You’re reading on a bench, feeding ducks or grabbing an ice-cream all in style.
Style tip: Add oversized sunglasses and a woven tote. You’re one iced tea away from a cinematic montage.
EVENING COCKTAILS
From rooftop terraces to speakeasy basements, your evening look should turn heads – but still pack into a carry-on. Think slip dresses layered with a structured open shirt, or a tailored jumpsuit with bold earrings. Keep it simple, but never safe.
Style tip: A low block heel is your secret weapon - walkable, wearable, and yes, dancefloor-approved.
LOCAL BOUTIQUE HOPPING
Browsing rails and trying on finds? Wear something that’s easy to slip on and off for all-day convenience. A ribbed co-ord or a button-down shirt dress makes fitting-room manoeuvres a breeze.
Style tip: Keep accessories to a minimum so they don’t get in your way, consider a pair of sleek stud earrings and a tote bag to store your newly bought goodies.
CITY SCENIC SPOTS
The views are panoramic, the photos are inevitable. This is your statement moment, so go for a pop-of-colour midi skirt with a crisp tee, or a floaty dress in a standout print. Style to match, if not outshine, the surrounding scenery.
Style tip: Layer with a trench and a wide-brim hat. Practical and paparazzi-ready.
A city holiday wardrobe isn’t about packing more, it’s about packing smarter. Build your looks around a few strong staples, add detail where it counts, and never underestimate the power of good sunglasses. Wherever your city break takes you, your outfit should always be part of the adventure,
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