The Best Clothing for Travel: Comfortable, Stylish, and Practical Options

We’ve all faced the eternal battle of choosing an airport 'fit that doesn’t make us look like we’ve just rolled out of bed (and not in the effortless, celebrity kind of way!) There is a delicate balance to be found between comfort, style and practicality, and although this kind of balancing act seems like the Cirque de Soleil of fashion - it’s actually a lot more achievable than you might think.

Our favourite celebrities seem to be able to make ‘effortlessly casual’ their entire personal brand, but when we look under the hood of what fashion formula they’re following, it’s usually an easily replicable philosophy. The trick to effortless style isn’t in the brand, but in the silhouette. It’s about doing more with less and sticking to timeless looks that carry themselves. Think matching sets, comfortable fabrics and neutral tones - we’re going to break down the fundamentals of travelling in both comfort and style.

Finding flight-friendly fabrics

It’s always best to travel in something that is warm yet breathable. Depending on the destination, you’ll need to alter your fabrics accordingly. While travelling, a good rule of thumb is, avoid fabrics that wrinkle or crease easily, i.e linen, and opt for a more versatile alternative i.e cotton. All elements of your outfit should be comfortable and unrestrictive. For tops, think T-shirts and tanks, loose button downs and layering options like cardigans and light sweaters. For bottoms, think travel-friendly pants like joggers, chinos or leggings and avoid jeans unless they’re stretch fitting!

Elevate your look with finishing touches

When you’re prioritising the practicality and comfort of an outfit, your accessories and footwear can be real game-changers in taking your look to the next level. Scarves, caps, cross-body bags and chunky jewellery are just some of our favourites that go with any airport look. If you’re trying to travel light, planning your outer layer into your airport outfit can save packing space. Trench coats, oversized blazers and bomber jackets can all add that casual yet chic silhouette to any airport outfit. Bonus - they can make a great pillow or blanket on the flight too!

Outfits

• Leggings, tank top and a button-down (or blazer): This look is for the travellers who want the comfort of activewear with the execution of a normal working day. Take a comfortable and neutral matching tank top and leggings, and pair it with an oversized button down or blazer to really dress it up.
• Matching tracksuit: Although matching tracksuits can get a bad rep, the modern interpretations of this practical look are effortlessly stylish. The epitome of comfort, this look can really be a winner. Pair with any of the above accessory suggestions and you’re heading on holiday looking like any A-Lister! Shop our sweats range here.
• Stretch pants and a sweater: There’s a select few in the world that have found a daily comfort within the confines of denim, and while we may never fully understand this lifestyle choice - it does have its style benefits. Stretch denim jeans can provide the perfect base to an elevated airport fit. Pair these with any oversized sweater and a crisp sneaker and you’ve got yourself a look that would turn even the most seasoned traveller’s head.