What to wear to a wine festival
Smart casual in layers: a dress or shirt with trousers, a cardigan or jacket for the evening, and flat shoes with grip for cobbles and vineyard paths. Choose colours that hide a splash of red wine.
Two outfits that work
Midi dress, cardigan and low boots
- midi dress in wine red or green
- cream cardigan
- low block-heel ankle boots
- light wool scarf
- small cross-body bag
A midi dress in a deep colour hides the occasional splash, the cardigan covers cooler evenings, and low boots handle cobbles and grass.
Checked shirt, dark jeans, wool jacket
- light blue checked shirt
- dark jeans
- olive wool jacket
- brown leather boots
- wool scarf
A shirt with dark jeans and a wool jacket fits both a tasting room and an outdoor stand, and leather boots handle a damp vineyard path.
By weather
| Hot22° and up | A light cotton or linen shirt or dress, a hat and sunglasses, and flat shoes; vineyards have little shade. |
|---|---|
| Mild10° to 21° | A shirt or dress with a cardigan or jacket, and shoes with grip for cobbles. |
| ColdBelow 10° | A warm coat, a scarf and gloves, waterproof boots and thermal socks for evening stands. |
Do and don’t
- Wear layers for changing temperatures
- Choose flat or block-heel shoes with grip
- Choose darker colours that hide stains
- Carry a small bag worn in front, because stands are crowded
- Wear stilettos on cobbles and grass
- Wear white or pale clothing near red wine
- Wear heavy perfume, which disturbs people tasting
- Drive after tasting; plan your trip home
Check the night before
- Check the forecast for afternoon and evening
- Pack a cardigan, jacket or scarf
- Pack plasters, cash and a water bottle
- Check how you get home and the last train
- Try the shoes on a short walk
Questions people ask
What should I wear to a wine festival?
Smart casual layers: a dress or shirt with jeans or trousers, a cardigan or jacket, and flat shoes with grip. Choose darker colours in case of spills.
What shoes should I wear to a wine festival?
Flat or low block-heel shoes with grip, such as boots, loafers or clean trainers. Avoid stilettos on cobbles and vineyard paths.
Is it okay to wear white to a wine tasting?
It is allowed, but red wine stains. Dark or mid-tone colours are the safer option.
Should I wear perfume to a wine festival?
Keep it light or skip it. Strong scents interfere with tasting for others.
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