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Travel In Style: 16 Cool And Comfy Essentials
1Figuring out what to wear while travelling is no easy task, especially when you want to look fashionable at check-in, sail through security and feel cosy during an in-cabin snooze. Here, our best must-haves together with styling advice to get you through transit.
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Travel In Style: 16 Cool And Comfy Essentials.
2The Blanket Scarf – Boarding a plane or taking the train, don’t forget to take an oversized blanket scarf or warm pashmina along. Throw it over anything from collared shirts to knits when you’re out and about, or snuggle under it inside an icy-cold cabin. Our personal fave: this chic and neutral, medium-weight wool-blend scarf. stansberrydesign.com
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3The Tailored Travel Trench – A well-fitted coat makes for a polished appearance, and bonus points if it also comes laden with features to make traveling easier. Try the SCOTTeVEST travel trench with 18 hidden pockets that’ll make your carry-on seem redundant. From smartphone to tablet, you can organise pretty much everything you need inside. Plus there’s no bulk, as the weight is evenly distributed among the pockets, and the design is durable. scottevest.com
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Travel In Style: 16 Cool And Comfy Essentials.
4The Classic Pullover – There’s nothing quite like a grey textured jumper to look spiffy and earn some fashion brownie points when waiting your turn in queues, or to beat the cabin chills – plus its able to camouflage the creases on your shirt after sleeping in all kinds of awkward positions. Cheers to the pullover that literally pulls everything together. riverisland.com
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Travel In Style: 16 Cool And Comfy Essentials.
5The Ubiquitous T-shirt – Prefer a casual do? A tee is perfect to layer under a jacket or sweatshirt, and the best part is you can experiment with a variety of patterns, textures and prints to liven up your ensemble. For a sharp look, try polos, roll necks or henleys à la high street brands. Steer clear of overly tight knits to prevent belly bulges and climb-ups when tackling overhead luggage bins. jcrew.com
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Travel In Style: 16 Cool And Comfy Essentials.
6The Cabin-To-Office Trouser – If you’re one of those disembark-and-go-to-work types, choose outfits that are not only business appropriate, but also comfortable to stretch and sleep in. These soft, snug, straight-leg knit pants – stylishly masquerading as dress pants – are perfect for travel, work and play. They maximise function without compromising on fashion, and go with just about everything. betabrand.com
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Travel In Style: 16 Cool And Comfy Essentials.
7The Formal Trackies – The agony of a long journey and the discomfort of business clothing don’t make for pleasurable travel. However, if you’re wearing these rather formal-looking navy sweatpants, boasting a slim and stretchy fit with pockets and pin tuck detailing, you’re good to go. They’re guaranteed to please even the most critical fashion eye and who knows, they may even get you a class upgrade! betabrand.com
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Travel In Style: 16 Cool And Comfy Essentials.
8The Multi-Tasking Jumpsuit – Indoors or outdoors, the jumpsuit is so amazingly versatile: it pairs well with most items in the wardrobe, and can also be worn gracefully all by itself. Sleep in it or flaunt it on the go; the key to pulling it off is wearing it relaxed and cinched at the waist in a single shade from head to toe. Top off with a blazer or combine with a turtleneck for ultimate impact. zara.com
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Travel In Style: 16 Cool And Comfy Essentials.
9The Go-Anywhere Flat Hopper – When you’re on the go, wear slip-ons that are trendy, supportive, lightweight and just as easy to slide in and out of while navigating security at stations and airports. We especially love these Bloch patent leather ballet flats for women and Quoddy’s Downeast Nubuck boat shoes for men from a practicality and prettiness perspective. Just remember to break in a new pair before your trip. uk.blochworld.com, mrporter.com
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Travel In Style: 16 Cool And Comfy Essentials.
10A Pair of Snazzy Sunnies – Sunglasses are one of the most readily visible fashion accessories. Wearing the right pair can lift your look from nobody to celebrity in an instant, and they’re also especially handy to cover up pesky dark circles and under-eye bags that develop from hours of continuous travel. Our pick: This classic, rubber-rimmed and charity-oriented pair from the Traveler series by TOMS. toms.com
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Travel In Style: 16 Cool And Comfy Essentials.
11The Compression Legging – It’s a stylish alternative to flight socks/stockings for fighting common problems associated with long journeys, including water retention and swelling in the lower extremities. Choose one in a dark neutral colour that provides a snug fit and also appears no different than regular leggings. The only rule: If your top is too short, combine with a long tank to avoid a fashion faux pas. fabletics.co.uk
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Travel In Style: 16 Cool And Comfy Essentials.
12A Smart And Stylish Eye Mask – Forget those standard flat eye masks handed out in coach or business class: block out the light, catch some shut eye, and keep jet lag at bay with a smart sleep mask. Unlike run-of-the-mill versions, this one is specifically designed to analyse your sleep structure, adjust your body clock to your destination time zone and offer optimisation tips, so you arrive rested and refreshed. neuroon.com
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Travel In Style: 16 Cool And Comfy Essentials.
13The Ultimate Noise-Cancelling Headset – The Bose QC 30, noise-cancelling headset, pure music for your ears …call it what you will, it’s built to isolate you from all that’s going on around you – whirrs, wails and all sorts of background noise. Wireless but built to work with a cord, the Quiet Comfort delivers brilliant sound for Bluetooth, has a 20-hour battery life and is relatively lightweight with a stylish fold-up design. amazon.co.uk
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Travel In Style: 16 Cool And Comfy Essentials.
14The Capacious Carry-On – No more boring hard-case, assembly-line carry-ons. If bohemian opulence is your jam, consider this eye-catching, artisan-made kilim and leather duffel crafted from a tribal wool rug. It’s sophisticated and roomy – stylish enough for a weekend jaunt yet incredibly practical. Toting it around would be statement enough. oneloveglobalimports.com
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Travel In Style: 16 Cool And Comfy Essentials.
15STYLE TIP #1: Weather Wise – Layers, Layers, Layers – There’s nothing worse than dressing for the sweltering heat outside and shivering through the freezing cabin temperatures – or vice versa. Remember: You’re also aiming for optimal comfort, and the key lies in layering. Wear a cami/tank/singlet underneath a top/shirt and add a pullover/wrap, plus a jacket to match the weather at your destination, with a scarf as the topmost accessory. Now you’re prepared for all kinds of weather. If it gets too hot, peel off one layer at a time until it feels just right. [Photo: JCrew/Mango]
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Travel In Style: 16 Cool And Comfy Essentials.
16STYLE TIP #2: What Not To Wear – 1. Leave your skin-tight leather and stretch jeans behind unless you want to be a candidate for deep vein thrombosis at 30,000 feet. 2. Nay to short shorts, crop tops and rubbery flip-flops, even if you’re island-hopping – planes/trains can be cold and unclean. 3. Avoid light-coloured clothing on a trip – stains are easily noticeable. 4. Pass up baubles, belts and bling and anything weighty or with metallic parts to breeze through airport security. 5. Forego the fanny pack – you ain’t Matthew McConaughey, and it’s not pickpocket-proof.
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Travel In Style: 16 Cool And Comfy Essentials.
17STYLE TIP #3: The Big Bag Decision: What Handbag To Take Along? – One size and type does NOT fit all. Weigh your requirements carefully and make an intelligent selection based on 1. Capacity – can the bag accommodate your personal essentials, camera, tripod, laptop, etc.? 2. Functionality – is it weatherproof, does it have compartments for organisation and so on? 3. Your Style – minimal or maximal, trendy or classic, sexy or simple. 4. Ruggedness – will it keep your gear secure and last a long time? 5. Price – value for money or not?
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