How To Look Stylish On A Summer Trip To South America

If you’re planning a once in a lifetime trip to South America, you’ll want to look as stylish as possible. The more you can upgrade your fashion game, the better.

But what should you be doing, exactly? How are you going to slot into the local culture while also having plenty of fashionable material for IG?

That’s where this article can help. It looks at some of the ways you can be the most stylish version of yourself.

Make Your Fabrics Breathable

Things might be cooling down in the northern hemisphere, but the weather is heating in South America. Summer is on the way, and you’ll want fashionable items that can keep you feeling comfortable.

That’s why you’ll want to opt for lightweight materials, like linen and cotton. If you can find bamboo products, that’s probably even better, especially if they’re stretchy. These will help you deal with the intense heat in places like the Chaco, northern Brazil, and the jungles of Colombia.

Build A Capsule Wardrobe

If you can put together a capsule wardrobe with all the items you need, that’s also a good idea. You want plenty of items so that you can deal with varied conditions and settings, depending on where you want to go.

For example, you could pack a few tops, a couple of bottoms, and some dresses. If you’re doing anything formal, shirts and boots can also help.

Of course, don’t forget your Ray Ban glasses. If you’re going to be taking a lot of photos for social media outside, you’ll want these with you at all times.

Layer For Variable Weather

It’s worth remembering that the weather in South America can be highly variable, especially when you move out of the tropics. It won’t always be warm, and you can wind up with climates varying from the south coast of Greece to the wilds of the Scottish Highlands.

The worst places for variable weather are places like southern Brazil, Paraguay and Uruguay. These borderlands often experience extreme variations that take a lot of people by surprise. Temperatures can suddenly drop close to freezing, down from tropic highs, often over the course of a few hours, depending on the weather system.

Zip-up jackets and multiple layers are critical when traveling to regions like Patagonia. You’ll need proper equipment if you go to one of these places.

Make Your Clothing Stylish And Comfortable

Depending on what you’re doing in South America, you’ll want to make your clothing stylish and comfortable. It should be able to come with you on multiple trips and adventures, and shouldn’t restrict you. Because the continent is such a large and varied place, you’ll need to think carefully about what you bring with you so you can fit it all in your suitcase.

For example, you might want to bring some flip-flops for the beach so you can feel the sand between your toes. You’ll also want to bring things like gilets if you’re going to be traveling at altitude. They are helpful for when you want to retain mobility but also deal with the colder temperatures at altitude.

When you take shoes with you, make sure you break them in ahead of time. Don’t take them if they’re brand new as this can make you uncomfortable and lead to blisters.

Pack Light

While it might sound obvious, it’s also a good idea to pack light for a trip to South America. You want to ensure that you aren’t burdened down when you move around the continent.

Packing light doesn’t work in a lot of locations because it can be challenging to find anywhere to wash clothes. However, that’s not the case in most parts of the continent. You can find lavenderias all over the place, and many of them have very reasonably priced services.

Bring Sun-Protective Clothing

Of course, if you’re going to be outside the whole time, you’ll want to think about UV-protective clothing. The summer sun in South America can be fierce, especially as you go further north. The continent has some of the highest exposure ratings of anywhere in the world, leading to burning in less than 15 minutes if you have fair skin.

If you can add hats and sunglasses to your outfit, that’s also a big win. Directly blocking the sun’s rays can actually be more effective than wearing sunscreen in the middle of the day when the UV is at its most intense.

Blend Local Fashion Vibes

If you can blend the local fashion into your wardrobe choices, that’s also a good idea. Most people in South America actually dress surprisingly smart. It’s a way of communicating status, but also reflects the general healthiness of the societies and the people’s desires to improve their lives.

Baggy tourist gear is a bit of a no-no. You’ll want to stick with smart shoes, pants, and a shirt, or, if you’re looking for a feminine spin, flowy maxi dresses. Places like Montevideo and Buenos Aires are classy places and people often put in extra effort to look sharp when they can, even if they have limited budgets. Plus, if you dress this way, you’ll stand out less as a tourist.

Pack Swimwear

Don’t forget to pack plenty of swimwear if you go to South America. There are a surprising number of opportunities to take your gear off and get in the water. Yes, there are the famous beaches in Brazil, but there are plenty of other locations you can also enjoy, including in places like Caracas and the Chilean coastline. Stylish swimsuits are great, but you can also pack cover-ups if you want to enjoy a bit of modesty.

Bring Quick-Dry Athletic Wear

Lastly, make sure you bring plenty of quick-dry athletic wear with you to South America. This type of clothing is helpful if you’re going to be hiking or backpacking on a trip to places like Machu Picchu or the Iguazu Falls. Keep your pieces functional and simple where you can so people don’t know they’re activewear.

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