I’ll be going on a cruise later this summer. I’m looking for a hat for both sun protection and maintains good style. I want to stay away from the dork-ish look. Any suggestions?

I'm off to a small town in coastal Italy this June. I want to pack light but look my best for a 53 year old. Of course, my Panama is coming. What's in style this summer for ridiculous heat in Italy if you just want to look like a well dressed local, rather than a tourist? I'm thinking linen. Draw string trousers. Classic Oxford shirts. Stone, and related colours. Maybe one black or dark blue, though blue doesn't suit me. Further advice would be great.

I went to my daughter’s graduation today. Got my first sports coat for this. I think my daughter looks beautiful and I look good.

I'm losing my sanity trying to choose a bag for the beach. I don't even know what type, let alone style or colour. Is a natural material tote a simple solution?

Need some maintenance advice, please. Whilst we're here, what do you think aboit this style of shoe for the over 50s on holiday in the Mediterranean?