It's the time of the year when everyone begins to travel the most. Whether you're heading home for the holidays or going abroad for a fun trip, there are a few things to keep in mind before you pack up and leave. In one of my recent articles, I broke down a few tips for traveling light in order to avoid an overpacked bag. However, you may wonder how you should dress for the actual flight and travel portion of your trip.
Dressing for the traveling part is just as important as how you dress and pack for the actual trip. Keep these tips in mind for your upcoming travels so that getting through security, sitting for long hours and waiting keep you comfortable and stylish.
Bring a large purse or tote to store your important essentials. Using a neutral colored and stylish larger bag or tote lets you keep your i-Pad, chargers, passport and other important items just within reach. You don't want to go digging through your suitcase for your boarding pass so instead, keep it close to you. This also allows you to have a larger bag for the day while you're out shopping or exploring to put any items you buy in a safe place. Make sure your bag also has a zipper or secure closure to prevent any wandering hands from stealing your items. I find that traveling with a tote allows me to have everything I need on hand, so I can avoid extra stops at the hotel or digging through my suitcase.
Wear your cozy scarf and heavy coat. First, this saves space in your bags. Second, you won't get cold on the plane, or if you get hot, you can your remove layers. Your scarf will not only keep you warm, but it also makes a fantastic head pillow if necessary. Wearing a wool coat and trendy scarf makes you look pulled together even if you're simply wearing leggings and a long sleeve shirt underneath. This way, you're comfortable, warm and appear to look stylish coming right off the plane (or train).
Slip-on shoes and stretchy jeans are your best friends. If you're going to look pulled together and keep the TSA line moving, go for shoes that you can easily take on and off (think zippers not laces) and pants that don't require a belt. Taking off additional items before security is just a hassle preventing you from moving along and getting to your gate (especially if you're running close on time). When choosing a pair of shoes, try to wear your bulkiest ones that allow a bit of room in case your feet swell on the flight. Plus, long hours of sitting in jeans doesn't feel too good, so opt for stretchy ones or thick leggings.
