How To Dress In Spain | SSA Education Abroad (2024)

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What is the dress code in Spain? ›

Conservative attire is respected with nothing too showy. Elegance and style are preferable to glamour and ostentatiousness. That being said, Spaniards are said to have a penchant for fine-quality and branded goods. Therefore, men and women often accessorise outfits with designer bags, shoes, ties and jewellery.

Here in Spain, teachers always dress nice, but jeans are totally acceptable. I tend to think this system works much better as all the teachers look professional and put together even with their jeans. You likely won't see teachers in sweatpants, but jeans and a nice top, or even a cute t-shirt, are totally fine.

To keep up with the locals, you need to dress comfortably (no stilettos) but you'll also need to look nice. Avoid sleeveless tees and sneakers—even your Yeezy knock-offs won't impress Barcelona bouncers. By following some basic fashion guidelines, you and your squad are sure to a have a fun night.

Most people get very dressed up to go out at night, and you will probably want to, as well. To fit in with your surroundings, avoid wearing grubby jeans, sweatshirts and sneakers. Nice, fitted clothing is what most people wear.

In Spain, there is no specific dress code for teachers.

Even if you don't go in for the flowy look, high-waisted linen pants and high-waisted jeans are in across most of Spain. Pair these pants with a basic, solid-colored blouse or fitted t-shirt and you'll have locals asking you for directions in Spanish in no time.

Something that often stands out is that teachers usually don't follow a strict dress code. Casual dressing is more the norm although in many private schools formal dressing is a must.

Always look neat and polished (not necessarily too cosmopolitan), no ripped jeans or wrinkled t-shirts. Go light on jewelry, forget about needing even a light jacket at night, there is hardly enough chill unless you will be next to the sea.

Make sure the skirt hits at least your knees so it is appropriate for the classroom. The long sleeve top should not be low cut or show off too much skin. Opt for jeans and a dress shirt, if allowed. Some schools will allow teachers to wear blue jeans as long as they are not ripped or expose too much skin.

For teachers, either male or female, the best dress code which is the safest and most comfortable will be a formal pair of pants with a semi-formal shirt or tunic. Make sure the pants or trousers should be in a good fit and preferably has a stretch for unrestricted movement.

What is the dress code for female teachers? ›

It suggests that female teachers should wear salwar or churidar with kurta and dupatta or a saree, whereas male teachers should wear shirt and trousers, with the shirt tucked-in.

Skip the heels, especially on cobblestone streets.

Spanish cities, towns, and villages require a lot of walking, so comfortable shoes are a must when traveling. Sneakers are completely acceptable, as are other types of comfortable or flat walking shoes.

Many students prefer jeans, tee shirts, sweaters, and tennis shoes while some feel more at ease in more formal outfits. There are no rules for this. There will, no doubt, be some occasions when men will normally wear a suit and tie (class presentations) and when women will wear a more formal dress.

Regular clothes, some male teachers wear a tie but in general they're dressed in what we consider casual over here (smart casual in the US I guess?). Jeans or chinos with a button-up or a polo shirt, younger teachers might wear a niceish t-shirt. Female teachers wear pants or skirts with a blouse or top, or a dress.

I have found that, overall, most students here in Madrid take fashion very seriously; layers, leathery garments, and accessories are almost always part of their everyday outfits.

Generally speaking public Secondary institutes do not have a great reputation, but this varies from area to area. It´s also worth noting that there is no uniform in public secondary schools in Spain, whereas there is in private schools. This is the equivalent of UK 6th form and is not compulsory.

Yes, students in Spain do use backpacks. According to various study abroad programs like IES abroad, a backpack is a common sight on Spanish university campuses. This is primarily because students often need to carry multiple items such as books, laptops, and other personal belongings.

Spaniards wear warm coats, scarves, and jackets in the winter. They wear shorts and sleeveless tops in the summer. Listen up: if it is sunny in the winter, Spanish locals do not wear shorts or espadrilles. It doesn't matter if it's 80°F / 27°C outside.