What to wear on a travel day
A travel day is long, and the temperature changes from the platform to the plane to the other end. Dress in layers you can take off, shoes that go through security, and fabrics that forgive a long sit.
The short answer
Soft, easy layers in fabrics that do not crease badly: a comfortable top, trousers with some stretch, a warm layer, and slip-on or lace-up shoes that are easy to remove.
Dress in layers you can add and remove
Stations are cold, planes are cool, destinations are warm. A knit and a light jacket over a simple top handle all three.
Choose fabrics that cope with a long sit
Cotton blends, soft knits and stretch trousers recover from hours in a seat. Avoid anything that digs in at the waist.
Wear the bulkiest pieces, pack the rest
Boots, a coat and a heavy knit take up the most suitcase room. Wear them and save the space.
Pick shoes for queues, security and stairs
Closed, comfortable shoes that come off quickly make the whole journey easier. Keep a pair of clean socks in your bag.
The night before
- Check the weather at both ends of the journey
- Wear the bulkiest layers, pack the lightest
- Keep a thin layer and a scarf in your hand luggage
- Charge your phone and carry tickets offline
- Wear shoes you have already walked a day in
Common questions
What to wear on a travel day
Soft, easy layers in fabrics that do not crease badly: a comfortable top, trousers with some stretch, a warm layer, and slip-on or lace-up shoes that are easy to remove.
What should I do the night before?
Check the weather at both ends of the journey. Wear the bulkiest layers, pack the lightest. Keep a thin layer and a scarf in your hand luggage. Charge your phone and carry tickets offline. Wear shoes you have already walked a day in.