Christina Aguilera turned a sun-soaked day in Portofino into a romantic Italian escape with longtime partner Matthew Rutler. The singer and Rutler were spotted enjoying the picturesque coastal destination together, where their outing included a stroll along the shore, a little shopping, and plenty of affection before the couple took their day out onto the water.
Aguilera embraced laid-back Mediterranean style for the occasion, wearing a fitted cream sleeveless top with loose white linen trousers. She completed the relaxed vacation look with white flip-flops, rounded tinted sunglasses and a blue-and-white patterned head bandana tied over her long platinum-blonde hair.
© COBRA TEAM / BACKGRIDChristina Aguilera and Matthew Rutler Enjoy a Romantic Portofino Day
Aguilera and Rutler appeared particularly affectionate during their Italian outing. The couple were photographed embracing aboard a boat, with Aguilera wrapping her arms around Rutler and leaning back as the pair shared a playful moment. In other images, she had her arms around his shoulders while the two stayed close.
© COBRA TEAM / BACKGRIDRutler kept his own vacation wardrobe casual, pairing a light blue T-shirt with neutral trousers before later going shirtless and changing into dark swim shorts aboard the yacht.
© COBRA TEAM / BACKGRIDTheir PDA continued once the couple settled in for their afternoon at sea, with the pair sharing kisses and affectionate embraces as they relaxed away from shore.
© COBRA TEAM / BACKGRIDChristina Aguilera's Portofino Outfit Is Peak Vacation Style
Aguilera's wardrobe was decidedly understated compared with the high-glamour looks fans are accustomed to seeing from the Grammy-winning performer.
Her cream tank-style top featured a scooped neckline and close fit, while her airy white linen trousers created a relaxed silhouette. The wide-leg pants were finished with a drawstring waist, giving the outfit an unfussy vacation feel.
© COBRA TEAM / BACKGRIDInstead of heels or statement footwear, Aguilera chose simple white flip-flops for walking around Portofino.
The standout accessory was her blue-and-white headscarf, which she wore bandana-style over her platinum hair. Narrow, rounded sunglasses added a retro touch, while a phone attached to a chain-style strap kept her hands relatively free while she explored.
Inside Christina Aguilera and Matthew Rutler's Yacht Day
Once aboard the larger yacht, Aguilera made herself comfortable on deck.
The singer was photographed stretching out on a sun pad as she soaked up the warm weather. A drink sat within easy reach as she lounged above the water, while Rutler was seen moving around the yacht in swimwear.
© COBRA TEAM / BACKGRIDAguilera also appeared to snack during the outing while holding her phone, showing off the kind of casual, unhurried routine that comes with spending an afternoon at sea.
