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What to wear in Rio de Janeiro.

Vibe: Ipanema · crochet bikinis

Rio in summer is pure motion—a blur of sun-warmed skin, bare feet on hot sand, and the kind of ease that only comes from living between ocean and mountains. Here, dressing means shedding layers and embracing color, texture, and the confidence that comes naturally in a city where the beach is non-negotiable.

Pack crochet bikinis in cream and seafoam, high-waisted linen shorts in natural tones, and a lightweight shirt that skims the body without clinging. Gold sandals are your constant companion—wear them from breakfast to dinner. One structured sundress in white cotton will carry you through evening walks along Ipanema's promenade.

The humidity is your secret weapon: Rio outfits rely on breathable fabrics that move with you rather than against you. Choose natural fibers—linen, cotton, crochet—and embrace the slight wrinkle. It reads as intentional, not careless.

— BestStyle editors

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