Are you planning a long flight or a lengthy holiday road trip? Before you even think about packing, you need to choose the perfect outfit for the trip.
Stop making these 5 major outfit mistakes that ruin your comfort in a cramped airplane seat or behind the wheel. Instead, I’ll show you exactly what to wear for all-day sitting and keep you looking chic from departure to arrival!
Then, I’ll show you 11 stylish and comfortable outfit solutions specifically designed for women who sit for hours. Each look features maximum all-around stretch and non-restricting waistbands, making them a secret weapon against the discomfort during long-haul travel.
Five Mistakes
- Avoid wearing clothes that are too tight, as this can cause blood clots. I will link a video from a nurse to explain it. If you wear clothes that are too tight, that could be dangerous, but the adjusting you have to do in a cramped airplane seat can make a long-haul flight miserable.
- Do not wear pants that touch the airplane lavatory floor for several reasons that I explain in the middle of above video.
- Do not wear white or cream inside the airplane, for other passengers spill, or if you will be eating while sitting in the car or on an airplane.
- Do not wear bulky clothing because it can get stressful for you trying to keep it all in your seat boundary line if you will. My poncho got caught on the seat as I was trying to get out of the row.
- The last mistake is not dressing in layers. The airplane could be hot or cold.
Outfits
For an extended journey, I’ve hand-picked breathable fabrics—including some that are wrinkle-resistant and quick-drying. The best part? Every single piece is versatile enough to be a core part of your travel capsule wardrobe once you arrive at your holiday destination.
Here are 11 outfits you could wear instead.
- Outfit 1: Burgundy 2-piece travel outfit
- Outfit 2: 2-piece set for a long flight with a striped tee
- Outfit 3: Tummy control pants with piping
- Outfit 4: Blue 2-piece cropped leg travel outfit
- Outfit 5: Green Wit and Wisdom Madison Bootcut corduroy pants
- Outfit 6: Red 2-piece track suit with all-around stretch
- Outfit 7: Gray golf pants, water-resistant
- Outfit 8: Green cardigan
- Outfit 9: Green 2-piece set by Anrabes
- Outfit 10: Turquoise vest with hidden pockets
- Outfit 11: Water-resistant pants with a soft elastic waist
I recommend watching this video for up up-close detailing of the features, making your outfits comfortable for a long flight.
If you will be in a bus or car for an extended road trip, take note of the clothes helpful for sitting for hours.