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5 Rules For Effortless Airport Styling

08.05.18

Clever layering, chic carry-ons, and tonal colourways. We introduce your fashion decrees for flying in style this summer.

From long delays to foreign layovers, travelling can be a uniquely challenging experience, even if your final destination is ultimately worth the hassle. One way to alleviate some of your pressures while in transit? Make sure your sartorial choices aren’t adding any extra stress.

Light, all-weather layers will keep you comfortable from check-in to baggage claim, especially in looser, relaxed silhouettes. Forgiving fabrics with extra stretch are the comfiest styling choice for a long-haul flight and a roomy, structured tote will hold its shape even in a crowded overhead locker.

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1. Opt for loose silhouettes

Skinny jeans and a fitted top might be ideal for an evening soiree, but, when you’re spending hours on end in a seated position, forgiving fabrics should be your first port of call.

Fashion and comfort are rarely associated with one another, but in the interests of making your journey as pleasant as possible, gravitate towards relaxed-fit trousers with a looser leg and keep your sleeves voluminous and billowy. Steer clear of stiff, structured shapes and don’t be shy about embracing an elastic waistband.

Womens Soft Pink PLEAT-DETAIL SATIN JUMPSUIT - REISS REGINA

REGINA PLEAT-DETAIL SATIN JUMPSUIT Soft Pink £265 £120

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Womens Gold Wide Leg Trousers - REISS ARIANNA

ARIANNA Wide Leg Trousers Gold £175 £80

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Womens Silver SILK-FRONT VEST - REISS REMY

REMY SILK-FRONT VEST Silver £85 £40

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Womens SOFT GREY BELTED RELAXED-FIT BLAZER - REISS PRAIRIE

PRAIRIE BELTED RELAXED-FIT BLAZER SOFT GREY £235 £117

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2. Dress to impress

Throwback to the days when travelling by plane was a sartorial event in itself and head to the airport in your finest, flight-friendly attire. Not only will your 'gram game be on point, but fashioning yourself in a first-class ensemble is the easiest way to secure an upgrade.

Velour sweatpants and wrinkled T-shirts are a firm no-no but a sleek, satin shirt, tailored two-piece trouser suit and matching leather accessories all translate to a life well-traveled - with the wardrobe to match.

Womens Multi FLORAL PRINTED BLOUSE - REISS LUCINDA

LUCINDA FLORAL PRINTED BLOUSE Multi £125 £85

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Womens Champagne STRIPED TAILORED SHORTS - REISS LILEA SHORT

LILEA SHORT STRIPED TAILORED SHORTS Champagne £95 £45

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Womens SQUARE-CHAIN LINK BELT - REISS Klee - Light Gold

KLEE SQUARE-CHAIN LINK BELT Light Gold £65 £45

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Womens MINI LEATHER TOTE - REISS Mayfair- Ecru

MAYFAIR MINI LEATHER TOTE Ecru £195 £75

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3. light layering is key

It might be tanning weather when you touch down at your destination, but, in the airport terminal, temperatures are usually Arctic. Rather than carrying around a heavy, cold-weather coat, take a calculated approach to layering your look by offsetting a knitted jumper with a light trench and dainty scarf.

As the temperatures shift throughout your journey, use your scarf as a shawl if needed, or place your trench coat over your shoulders to cool off.

HYDE Trench Coat Husk £285 £120

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Womens White EYELET DETAIL BLOUSE - REISS GEORGINA

GEORGINA EYELET DETAIL BLOUSE White £145 £69

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Womens FLORAL PRINTED SILK SCARF - REISS Jazz - Multi

Jazz FLORAL PRINTED SILK SCARF Multi £80 £20

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Womens LEATHER CROSS-BODY BAG - REISS Dalston - Black

DALSTON LEATHER CROSS-BODY BAG Black £195 £110

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4. Pick a tonal colour palette

If you’ve got an early morning flight time, the last thing you need is to be styling an outfit while half asleep. Matching separates offer a put-together feel with a high fashion finish, ideal for a pre-sunrise boarding call.

If you’re not too keen on wearing a coordinated set, work with a tonal shade range of neutrals that instantly denotes minimal effort with maximum impact. Extra fashion points if your accessories match the theme, too.

Womens Apricot SLIM FIT BLAZER - REISS ETTA JACKET

ETTA JACKET SLIM FIT BLAZER Apricot £265 £145

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Womens Silver METALLIC CREW-NECK JUMPER - REISS EMILY

EMILY METALLIC CREW-NECK JUMPER Silver £95 £45

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Womens Wool blend metallic scarf - REISS Milo - Silver

MILO Wool blend metallic scarf Silver £90 £35

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Womens Apricot Blush SLIM-LEG TROUSERS - REISS ETTA TROUSER

ETTA TROUSER SLIM-LEG TROUSERS Apricot Blush £150 £75

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5. Upgrade your accessories

Granted, your outfit might look marginally better with those oversized earrings and that bejewelled belt, but will your wardrobe choices be worth the extra time at security? Probably not.

Stick to a failsafe formula of flat shoes (in case you need to run to the gate), a pair of oversized sunnies that double up as an onboard sleep mask and a compact carry-on that fits easily under the seat in front of you. All that's left to carry? Just your passport...