Rolling verdant hills, spindly towers of Italian cypress dotting the landscape, orange-tinged villages full of hidden gems—all that’s left before you go is sorting out what to pack for Tuscany. And luckily, there have been many a tastemaker to jetset here before, leaving us with plenty of inspiration for a holiday to one of Italy’s most iconic destinations.
If your Tuscan itinerary is all planned out, it’s time to embrace your Euro summer with the best capsule wardrobe. Outside of the impeccably chic Italian packing list, there are a few essentials that emerge particularly for Tuscany. You’re in the countryside, and your suitcase contents will likely look a touch different from those for a Sardinian escape or a trip to the Amalfi Coast.
The perfect Italian vacation outfit is different for everyone, but when you have the foundations of a good travel wardrobe, you can worry less about putting outfits together and more about what wines to taste or rustic dishes to sample. Not to mention, when you’re considering the world’s most stylish destinations to visit, Italy is certainly one of the top contenders. Renowned for its leather goods and shoes, its residents’ aptitude for styling superb outfits and, of course, Milan Fashion Week, I understand the quiet desire to dress well that simmers beneath the overall excitement of the trip. You want to get it right (and you absolutely will), but it always helps to have a guide.
There is much to consider, but this capsule features pieces that work well for a visit to this part of the world, whether you’re a wedding guest or simply here to soak up the scenery. Lace tops, tailored shorts, raffia totes, silk scarves—they’re all present and excellent pieces to cultivate outfits that are easy to mix and match whilst paying homage to Italians’ impeccable style.
So, to ensure you can actually embrace la dolce vita, scroll on for these 9 summer wardrobe basics to have in your suitcase for your trip to Tuscany.
9 Summer Wardrobe Basics to Pack for Tuscany This Summer
1. Lace Top
Style Notes: Tuscany is a romantic destination, whether it’s a girls’ trip, a couples’ getaway or a lovely solo vacation. Your outfits deserve to have a little bit of romance mixed into their aesthetic, and the best way of doing this is through lace. Of course, lace-trim dresses and lace-trim shorts are worthwhile allies in any wardrobe, but when it comes to the rolling landscape of Tuscany, a graceful, lace-trim blouse is
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This is such a delicate top, perfect for wearing with shorts or jeans.
A best-seller that’s available in five different shades.
Lace tops look ethereal. I’d pair this one with a white skirt.
2. Striped Button-Down
Style Notes: Beachside trips call for linen button-downs, but for a Tuscan escape you don’t have to worry so much about sand, saltwater or sunscreen stains. Therefore, a striped top is a perfect selection. It adds a little big of visual interest to your outfits but through a pattern that’s eternally timeless. I’ll be copying Brighton-based art director Alexis Foreman’s combination of this top and white tailored trousers with a sleek leather belt for when I book a trip. It totally embodies Italian chic.
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A soft brown colour is so subtle—perfect against the backdrop of Tuscany.
Reformation has four different stripe colours to choose from, and all of them are pretty for summer.
Tuck this in or leave it out over top of linen trousers.
3. Tailored Shorts
Style Notes: Italians are known for their inimitable tailoring, and why not embrace that yourself whilst in Tuscany? During the summer, it’s often too hot for long, suit trousers, but tailored shorts are a great alternative. Linen versions will keep you cool but still look sophisticated—especially when paired with a dark brown or black belt. If you are planning an autumnal trip, consider a blazer and wool trousers.
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Longer Bermuda shorts always feel a touch more elevated.
Linen shorts keep you cool and chic all in one.
Yes, it’s Reformation’s iconic tailored Mason pant in short format, available in three chic neutrals.
4. Halter Dress
Style Notes: Whether you’re exploring new vineyards, attending a destination wedding or enjoying dinners with panoramic views with friends, a silky halter dress is a worthy item for your packing list. Halter necklines have a slight retro air (and feel a little Y2K depending on the look), but they’ve maintained their elegance for decades. It’s a fail-proof choice, and I’d highly recommend an olive green as a nod to the surrounding landscape, just as London-based creator and curator India Cardona has expertly done here.
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This olive colour combination is gorgeous. This dress also comes in short lengths and extended sizes.
An exceptionally summery option for exploring Tuscany. It also has the prettiest open back.
An asymmetric hemline and a scarf make this white dress feel much more special.
5. Kitten Heel Flip-Flops
Style Notes: How do you give a classic summer shoe an Italian twist? Add a heel, of course. This country has been home to this elevated design detail since 1533, and it only feels right to wear them around Tuscany, too. Fortunately, one of summer’s biggest trends is the kitten heel flip-flop, and it’s one of the most versatile shoes that not only feels better than your average stiletto, but looks good with everything from silk dresses to jeans to tailored shorts.
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Add a splash of playfulness to your looks with these highly sought-after jelly sandals from Jimmy Choo.
Black kitten heel flip-flops are selling out everywhere. Grab this sleek pair if you see it in your size.
Micro wedge styles are also super trendy in summer 2026.
6. Raffia Tote
Style Notes: Straw, raffia and woven totes are the ultimate holiday handbags. Whilst they were once far more casual, modern styles come in so many variations, many of which are extremely luxe, featuring leather straps, sleek colours and unique shapes. Raffia, in general, is a nod to summertime dressing, so a tote in this material is an excellent option for Tuscany. Plus, when you have long days of walking or travelling between places, a spacious tote is always a nice thing to have.
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The trapezoid shape is so eye-catching and a favourite of fashion people right now, especially Sézane’s style.
MUUÑ’s totes come in a variety of easy-to-style neutral colours.
This is one very high-end-looking option from the high street.
7. Ballet Flats
Style Notes: Outside of heels, what other shoes are best to pack for Italy? From a style perspective, I highly recommend satin ballet flats, or anything with a pretty sheen or lovely colour. They pair well with so many bottoms and can look as elegant as other types of sandals and heels. For inspiration, look to Copenhagen-based fashion creator Marie Wibe Jedig Ghaznawi. Her pairing of capris, a peplum top and satin ballerinas all in the same black shade is undeniably sleek.
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Black ballet flats will never lose their appeal. This high-vamp pair is incredibly lovely.
The khaki colour is a gorgeous choice for a trip to Tuscany. Not to mention, these will transition nicely into autumn.
No list would be complete without Miu Miu’s pink satin Mary-Jane ballet flats.
8. Embroidered Trousers
Style Notes: From broderie anglaise to lace to cross-stitched tops, embroidery and needlework are enormous trends this year. It makes sense as they play into the broader love of romantic and boho fashion styles that has been with us since early spring. As much as I love a cotton or linen trouser, that extra embroidered detail makes your trousers feel much more special when incorporated into an outfit. Try them with a matching top, or let the trousers shine all on their own.
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These come in three lengths for an even better fit.
The scalloped edges give these trousers such a cool shape.
I like that these trousers have embroidery and a little bit of colour, too.
9. Silk Scarf
Style Notes: When I think of living my best life in Italy, the first image that comes to mind is me with a silk scarf wrapped around my head, wearing sunglasses and driving a convertible through the Tuscan hills. That anecdote is merely to say that silk scarves scream Italian style. They’re the perfect chameleon accessory, as they can be worn as headbands, neck scarves, bandanas, tops, skirts or fashioned into bags. It also takes up so little space in your carry-on, yet you get an endless amount of options for wearing it.
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This print feels classically Gucci.
If you’re after something simple and neutral, this scarf is it.
The smallest splash of leopard print feels right at home in Italy.
