6 Travel Outfit Ideas That are Polished AND Comfortable

When I travel, I want comfort without looking sloppy. These are the outfits I reach for again and again, with elevated basics and soft layers that work for long flights, road trips, and everything in between.

If you have a winter capsule wardrobe (or are building one), you should already have some of these pieces!

6 Travel Outfit Ideas That are Polished AND Comfortable

1. Matching Set with a Light Jacket

A matching Spanx set or a neutral sweat set is always my go-to for travel. It looks intentional, feels like loungewear, and layers perfectly with a trench or longline jacket. I wear this constantly on daytime flights, but we all know a sweat set is perfect for long overnighters too.

The two bags I love traveling with are: the Abby Alley crossbody and Beís Travel Tote that can attach to the handle of your suitcase – and we are big fans of the Away suitcases.

2. Jeans, Tee & a Polished Layer

You can never go wrong with soft denim – these jeans from AYR are the most comfortable jeans I’ve owned – a white tee, and a clean layer on top. An unstructured blazer like this keeps it elevated, or swap in a classic trench (wool coat in winter) for that effortless, pulled-together look without sacrificing comfort.

3. Barrel Pants with an Easy Top

Barrel jeans or lightweight barrel trousers like these from Ruti make such a cute travel outfit with almost no effort. Pair them with a simple tank or tee and throw on an oversized cardigan or striped top. It’s breezy, comfortable, and great if you need easy breastfeeding access.

The barrel jeans I have and love are from Abercrombie – here are some ways to style barrel jeans.

4. Leggings with an Elevated Layer

When you know you’ll be doing a lot of walking – or juggling kids and luggage – leggings are the move. Add a long knit blazer to make it look polished, or keep it casual and go for a cute athleisure look with an intentionally oversized sweatshirt like this Le Weekend one and clean sneakers – I love the New Balance 530 sneakers.

I’m a big athleisure fan, so I put together more cute athleisure outfit ideas here.

5. Wide-Leg Trousers & Sweater

This is the best option for cooler destinations (or if you want to arrive at your destination looking chic and put-together). Wide-leg trousers somehow feel like pajamas but look so elevated, especially with a lightweight sweater – and I’m eyeing these trousers from Aritzia. It’s comfortable, classic, and always photographs well. Throw on white sneakers – here are my favorites!

6. Joggers with a Structured Blazer

For days when comfort wins but you still want to look like you tried, a pair of slim joggers with a structured blazer is perfect. It’s polished but still cozy enough for road trips or long travel days.

Here are some other fun ways to wear a blazer.

Quick Travel Outfit Principles

• Layers are essential since airports and planes run cold.
  
• Stick to breathable fabrics that won’t wrinkle instantly.
  
• Neutrals always look more elevated. 
  
• Matching accessories always make it look more intentional.
  
• Keep your bag streamlined with pockets for essentials.

Safe (and chic) travels!

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