How to Pack for a European Summer:
Your Ultimate Outfit Guide
From long rosé-fueled lunches in Saint-Tropez to golden hour strolls along the promenade in Nice or seaside dinners in Antibes, a summer escape to the Côte d’Azur calls for an elevated travel wardrobe —one that blends confidence, comfort, and effortless European style. The secret? Thoughtfully chosen pieces that deliver versatility and standout elegance. Below, discover our curated guide to dressing for a European summer, featuring MANNING CARTELL icons like the Double Time Pleat Dress, the Supreme Extreme Dress, and this season’s wardrobe essential: statement printed dresses.
1. The Timeless White Dress
Start your summer wardrobe with a refined white dress - a canvas for creativity and an icon of warm-weather dressing. Ideal for sun-drenched days or alfresco dinners, a white dress offers instant polish and pairs effortlessly with metallic accessories, oversized sunglasses or a bold lip.
Style tip:
For added dimension, pair your white dress with a statement heel.
2. Elevated Colour:
Statement Dresses with Substance
This season, embrace colour with intention. Rich tones like pink, red, blue, and soft yellow add instant impact without overwhelming the silhouette. These elevated statement dresses offer modern femininity, quiet confidence, and a sense of occasion—perfect for days under the Riviera sun and nights along the Côte d’Azur coastline.
A textured pink dress brings unexpected elegance, while a statement red dress evokes confidence and allure for warm summer evenings. Whether it’s soft pastels or saturated brights, colour becomes a refined tool for self-expression in your travel wardrobe.
3. Print Perfect:
How to Wear Statement Printed Dresses This Summer
Make space in your suitcase for one unforgettable piece: the statement printed dress. Bold, expressive, and full of personality, these dresses bring visual intrigue and a sense of artistry to your wardrobe. Case in point? The Take Me There Halter Neck Maxi Dress, blooming with vibrant pink florals and structured with geometric detailing, is the ultimate vacation showpiece.
4. The Versatile Essential:
Double Time Pleat Dress
Whether you're heading to a museum in the morning or a rooftop dinner by night, the Double Time Pleat Dress brings movement, elegance and endless styling potential. The structured pleats and sculptural silhouette are designed for both comfort and style, perfect for long summer days that evolve into glamorous evenings.
5. The Night-Time Statement:
Supreme Extreme Dress
Every summer holiday deserves a red carpet moment. The Supreme Extreme Dressdelivers with striking lines and couture-inspired glamour. Designed for destination celebrations and moonlit soirées, this is your go-to for the most memorable evenings.
6. Packing Smart:
What to Bring
- CURATE WITH CONTRAST: Pair neutral staples with elevated colour and statement printed dresses
- PACK FEWER, BETTER ACCESSORIES: Think sculptural earrings, metallic flats, and one statement clutch
- SHOES THAT WORK: One minimal heel, one fashion-forward sandal, one luxe flat
- PRIORITISE FABRIC: Opt for breathable, wrinkle-friendly designs like the Double Time Pleat Dress
Embrace the European summer in style with MANNING CARTELL. From modern pink dresses to bold statement pieces like the Supreme Extreme Dress and eye-catching artistic prints, discover elevated vacation outfits designed for every destination and moment abroad.
Let your wardrobe tell the story of your summer—bold, confident, unforgettable.