Do you ever wonder, what is the best travel outfit for long flights? Well, I wrote this post 30,000 feet up in the air on a 7+ hour flight, heading to Arizona for a soccer tournament and a little Spring Break fun. I shared my outfit on Instagram and had a few questions, so I am sharing everything with you here today, including some of my best tips for traveling. For me, the key to what you should wear when you travel, is comfort and practicality. If I can find pieces that fit the criteria and are also cute, they are total winners in my book.
The Best Travel Outfit for Long Flights
COMFORT IS KEY
As I mentioned, comfort is key for me. I am always cold and like to feel warm and snuggly. It enhances the whole experience for me. I have it pretty much nailed down how to assemble the perfect travel outfit for long flights. It always consists of my Spanx leggings, a cute tee, and a cozy cardigan. I always wear my slip-on sneakers with footie socks, so I can take off my shoes easily and my feet don’t have to touch the gross airport floor. I rotate between different cardigans and leggings, but I always follow the same formula, Even if it is 100 degrees outside. In my experience airports and planes are always cold, so a cozy cardigan is key for me. I also always have a big, soft scarf in my carry-on, that can easily double as a pillow or a blanket, and yes, a pair of bed socks. Okay, call me granny.
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CHOOSE PRACTICAL PIECES & LAYER
On this trip, I chose my favorite Spanx coated leggings. Honestly, they really are the best travel pants for long flights. They suck you in, in all the right places and are still very comfortable, and the coated part makes them so versatile and more polished looking. Stains seem to repel right off of them (key when traveling with kids) and they are refined enough to wear with dressier pieces and booties throughout the trip. They were a definite staple in my travel wardrobe this trip. I like to layer my clothes so I have some flexibility with warmth. My typical layered look is a t-shirt, cardigan, and scarf over black leggings.
I love this t-shirt. The cute knit faux knot detail makes it look a bit more pulled together bunch and makes it look like you have the casual tuck mastered. 😉 Btw, when wearing leggings your bum, should always be covered unless you are 12 and under.
I rotate cardigans, but I love my barefoot dream cardigan. It is like a warm, soft hug and makes the perfect travel companion. It also makes the most perfect gift. My other favorite is this Long Sweater Blazer with pockets I snagged at J.Crew. It adds the perfect layer of warmth and comfort on long flights, especially evening, or overnight flights, and looks more polished.
These slip-on sneakers have gotten so much wear and have served me well these past few years. I take them on every single trip and they are so comfy. They double as my regular sneakers on trips as well. I can walk miles in them and I love that I can take them off easily and slip them right back on. These footie socks are the only ones that I have found that don’t slip off my heels and disappear in most shoes. They are made from breathable cotton and save me from yucky airport floors.
BE PREPARED
Psst, I also always carry a clean t-shirt, toothbrush, and an extra pair of undies in my carry-on as well. That way, if god forbid, our luggage gets lost, I can make it a day without feeling super gross.
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Do you have a travel uniform or some great tips or tricks? Leave them in the comment section below.
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Love your travel outfit ideas! I need to grab a pair of faux leather leggings!
Thank you! And, yes you do. You will not regret it.
Thank you so much for stating that “always, always, cover your bum when you wear leggings unless you are 12 and under”. I’ve seen so many women who look like they are wearing pantyhose when they wear leggings. Far too much being exposed! The real test is “ladies, how do you look FROM THE BACK?” Most of us look OK from the front view, but I saw a woman one day whose silhouette was really lumpy. Not pretty.
You are hilarious!