To use public pools, you’ll need a swimsuit (men can’t just wear shorts and in France, men need to wear Speedo-type swimsuits - not swim trunks). For instant respectability, bring anything lightweight that can break the monotony and make you look snazzy. (For summer travel, I wing it without rain gear - but always pack for rain in Britain and Ireland.) A hooded jacket of Gore-Tex or other waterproof material is good if you expect rain. Neutral colors used to look more European than bright ones, but now everything from azure blue to pumpkin orange has made its way into European wardrobes.
Bring a light and water-resistant windbreaker with a hood. Warm and dark is best - for layering and dressing up. Whichever shoes you bring, make sure they are well broken in before you leave home. Flip-flops are handy if you’ll be using bathrooms down the hall. For a second pair, consider sandals in summer. Sturdy, low-profile tennis shoes with a good tread are fine, too. Mephisto, Ecco, and Rieker look dressier and more European than sneakers, but are still comfortable. Bring one pair of comfortable walking shoes with good traction. Bamboo or cotton/nylon-blend socks dry faster than 100 percent cotton, which lose their softness when air-dried. Shorts can double as a swimsuit for men when swimming in lakes or the sea. If you bring shorts, one pair is probably enough. Button-down wallet pockets are safest (though still not nearly as thief-proof as a money belt). While not especially stylish, they’re functional in Italy, where you can use them to cover up inside churches while still beating the heat outside. Many travelers like lightweight convertible pants/shorts with zip-off legs.
Jeans can be too hot for summer travel (and are slow to dry). Bring two pairs: one lightweight cotton and another super-lightweight pair for hot and muggy big cities. Synthetic-blend fabrics (such as Coolmax or microfiber) often dry overnight. Look for a wrinkle-camouflaging pattern or blended fabrics that show a minimum of wrinkles. Shirts with long sleeves that roll up easily can double as short-sleeved. Bring up to five short-sleeved or long-sleeved shirts or blouses (how many of each depends on the season) in a cotton/polyester blend. Here’s a rundown of what should go in your suitcase: Clothing
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