Dinner in Milan if pale & not good in heat

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If you were very pale skinned, strawberry blonde & not good in heat generally but you had a dinner with a professional contact in Milan in July, what would you wear?

50yrs old 5ft 9" & size 12

I want to look as good as i can! There will possibly be some sightseeing and lunch / dinner / drinks

https://www.massimodutti.com/gb/100-linen-midi-dress-l06624747 What about something like this? Would suit your colouring. Simple but it looks expensive, and can dress up or down.

I'm similar colouring OP, but auburn rather than strawberry blonde.
If you're going to be sightseeing, I'd personally feel more comfortable in cropped trousers rather than a dress. These are definitely something I'd go for: https://www.newlook.com/uk/p/945953639?extcam=UK_SOC_APPPDPSHARE

With a green or cream vest or t shirt.
Some really nice footbed sandals, I like Blowfish and Moshulu sandals.
Simple jewellery, in your preferred tone.
And some classic tortoiseshell frame sunglasses - definitely go for a polarised lens!

Another vote for loose cropped trousers in light uncrushable fabric (similar to above), nice cool top, some statement accessories like good bag, hat (?), sunnies and good shoes/sandals.

Cool, light trousers are much better in the heat than a dress IMO. But if you prefer a dress, the looser the better, and if you need them, get those anti chafe bands for thighs.

Thank you for the suggestions
I generally prefer trousers in heat
And don't like vests due to risk of shoulders burning but this has given me something to consider

Italians tend to be two extremes in my experience. Either super elegant and understated - very big on natural fabrics, silk, wool, linen cotton; or more the Versace look. Milan was very hot and humid when I visited there in August.

I would simply say that "I am not terrible good with heat. Is it possible to book an air-conditioned restaurant and take a dress with a light jacket or shawl? Will there be time to pop back to the hotel for a quick change, or shall I dress to go out after sightseeing?"

For daytime, linen trousers and can't go wrong with a pale linen shirt and a straw hat.

If it's day to evening then a simple navy, khaki or pale blue linen dress would work with your colouring.

Also - pick up a battery operated fan on Amazon. Life saver!

The person i'm meeting is v elegant (& wealthy)
I think once we meet we'll stay out so won't be going back to change

I’d go for a black linen dress, tan sandals and gold earrings. Pale people very often look super elegant in black. www.meandem.com/crease-less-embroidery-stitch-detail-maxi-dress-black?glCountry=GB&glCurrency=GBP&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=23699499838&gbraid=0AAAAADtaHAJr48dezDdU5y1x8GNdS-6f8&gclid=CjwKCAjwuanRBhBSEiwAY5y6Vzmk_FvkrjKWDWEszUXu9RkG77fNMAUlCgVo3t_5-h-ZJeAmdPp95xoCxLYQAvD_BwE

I’m similarly built and coloured and wore this last year with big sunglasses and gold bangles. Lots of compliments, I felt very Italian despite being stuck in Manchester not Milan lol

https://www.hush-uk.com/linen-blend-petunia-wide-leg-trousers-dark-brown/012955-0450.html

This is interesting as i wear lots of black generally & i have a fab black COS dress but worried it might be a no no in heat

I love the me+em drsss & hush set