My wardrobe is in deep trouble, are black colored jeans better than blues? What about cords? What does a person with a bad back do about the dreaded ( but oh-so-comfy on my back) fanny pack? I am the classic ugly American who would like to be less ugly but just as comfortable, where shall I start?

Amelia in Los Angeles http://www.meyerandassociates.com

The Washington Post has two great illustrations on how to still be comfy but dressed appropriately for a European city. Helpful and fun, check them out:

Male: http://washingtonpost.com/wp-srv/travel/euro/male.htm

Female: http://washingtonpost.com/wp-srv/travel/euro/front.htm