With the spring weather upon us, you’re likely planning all your summer vineyard tours. Whether you’re planning your trip to Wing & Barrel Ranch or Monticello, you want to plan the perfect visit from where you’re staying, who is going with you, and what you’ll wear. You may not give much thought to what you’re wearing on your tastings, but just as with all events in life, your wardrobe sets the tone for the experience. With that in mind, let’s take a look at some of the summer wine tasting wardrobe essentials to have in your closet to get the most out of each tasting.
Light Layers
It may be forecasted that there will be idyllic perfect weather on the day of your booked tasting, but luck favors the prepared. For this reason, you’ll want to have some layers on hand to ensure you’re as comfortable as possible. Depending on how dressed up you’re going to be, this could look like a sports jacket or a flattering shawl you can throw on if the weather turns windy or colder. Additionally, you can move inside to outdoors in an instant and need to remove a layer of your outfit comfortably, so layering pieces you look and feel confident in are key.
Tasteful Jewelry
If you’re like many people, you go on your tastings with your friends, family, or partner. You’re likely to take several selfies or group photos during your tour, so you want to make sure you elevate even the most casual of outfits with some of your favorite jewelry. Everyone has a favorite piece, from your lucky evil eye jewelry to your grandfather’s watch. Wear them to take your outfit to the next level and pull the entire look together. Think of your accessories as the cherry on top of the perfect outfit, and they’re even better if they’re signature go-to pieces.
Comfortable Footwear
Whether you are visiting one winery or have several lined up for the day, it’s not just sitting around! Make sure you wear comfortable footwear for your tasting. Don’t limit comfort to a pair of sneakers; comfortable loafers, wedges, or sandals can do the trick and keep you just as supported as running shoes.
Leave Your Clutch At Home
If you typically bring a handbag with you wherever you’re headed, make sure you’re going hands-free to your wine tasting. A classic crossbody or shoulder style is perfect for touring a winery. Obviously, you’ll want your hands free for your wine glass and or eating any food included for the event. The name of the game is looking elevated with your outfit but remaining comfortable, so leave your clutch at home.
Fuss Free Hairstyles
If you’ve got long locks or hair that tends to frizz up based on the humidity and weather changes, wear an updo or something you don’t have to worry about during your tasting. Lots of photos are taken depending on you and your companion’s personality, not to mention you’ll be meeting and interacting with lots of other people. Stay looking groomed and put together by opting for a hairstyle that you don’t have to worry about after walking out of the door.
Go Easy On The Cosmetics
There are several reasons why it’s imperative to go easy on your cosmetics for your wine tasting. For one, scent, as you know, is a massive component of the tasting experience. Strong perfumes and body sprays will take away from this experience, not only for you but for others enjoying the tour. Even a potent body lotion can detract from the experience. In addition to fragrances, you’ll want to mind your lipstick too. For tastings, it’s best to opt for chapstick or completely bare lip to avoid lipstick stains on all your glassware. You’ll enjoy the experience a lot more without these distractions, which could even end as embarrassments.
Wine tasting is an easy and carefree day to enjoy the beautiful weather in Napa during spring and summer. While you always want to dress more elevated than casual for these events, you need to balance that with staying comfortable. You’ll get the most out of your experience by covering all the above wardrobe-essentials. Cheers!