By Red Dimaandal-Escamillas
When getting ready for a flight, airport style probably isn’t on top of your mind–but it should be. Comfort is key in the air and it’s not always so easy to figure out what you should wear on a plane, so it’s always best to have it planned ahead.
Choosing the right outfit to wear on the plane is a land mine for potential mistakes that can throw your flight into flux. Whether you’re dressing for comfort or style, there are quite a few no-nos of air travel that should be avoided to ensure a smooth trip. The goal? A flight outfit that looks polished but feels like loungewear–because who says travel style can’t be both practical and put-together?
Here, we’ve outlined some of the most common fashion mistakes that travelers make and the easy swaps to try along the way.
Don’t wear: Open-toe shoes
Instead wear: Sneakers
Leaving your toes exposed during a flight is not ideal. Sandals lack support and warmth, plus it’s unlikely that the floor on the plane has been cleaned in a while. These lightweight Puma sneakers are an excellent alternative because not only will they get plenty of wear on your vacation ‘fits, but they also keep your feet insulated and protected.
Don’t wear: Claw clip
Instead wear: Scrunchie
Claw clips might be the most uncomfortable thing to wear when leaning back against a headrest. For optimal comfort, tie your hair up in a loose bun and secure with a soft scrunchie.
Don’t wear: Jeans
Instead wear: Adjustable-waist trousers or sweatpants
Sitting still in a cramped is not the time for your stomach to be grappling with a stiff denim waist band. A more comfortable yet equally smart alternative are sweatpants, trousers with drawstrings or elasticated waists. Look for styles in light fabrics for ultimate comfort in a long-haul flight.
Don’t wear: Open-top purse
Instead wear: Zippered bag
The chaos of boarding a plane and getting settled leaves far too many opportunities for your purse to spill over, so it’s not advisable to travel with an open-top tote that can’t be safely be stowed under your seat. Instead, try using a zippered or a soft puffy bag that will serve you well throughout the duration of your travels.
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