So I’m blogging my travel outfit before I actually wear it because I know that my first day in New York is going to be overwhelming and I will forget to photograph it (I will post the actual outfit later. I’m going to give you a breakdown of what and why I am wearing each piece. (I’d just like to say that in NO way am I an expert, i just really, really try to stay comfortable and thought I would share how I do when traveling)
Boyfriend Jeans Rolled up: Why? These are my most comfortable jeans of all time. They work extremely well with boots and are durable and thicker than leggings or thin pants. I am obsessed with being comfortable when traveling. I have traveled in leggings but since the sweater doesn’t cover my booty, see this post, I wore jeans)
Knee High Boots: Why these? Boots take up a lot of space in a bag, these are easy to zip on and off through security, plus I don’t have to worry about them getting scratched up in my bag somehow, it’s happened before. I really prefer to wear the largest pair of shoes, if possible, that I am going to bring on the whole trip. Sure, flats also work but they barely take any room in my bag.
Accessories: I wear a watch and my special ring, nothing else. If one of these is missing I will know instantly, if I have an arm party going on I am probably not going notice it as soon. (If I wore studs I would probably wear earrings, however I do not have any)
What I do NOT wear:
Belts: I realize this is super simple and common sense but I somehow ALWAYS forget something like this. Remember, NO BELTS! Repeat after me! NO BELTS! (I know some people don’t mind having to take that stuff off but I do; I want to remove all possible things that can slow the security screening process down.)
Jewelry: No earrings, bracelets, necklaces, nothing. I do not like taking a chance that I will set off security alarms. I know I will be that one that if I do wear a simple bracelet, SOMEHOW I will be the one to set it off. In fact, if you told me the security area wouldn’t even be able to detect my small necklace, SOMEHOW, because it’s me, it will detect me. Read this for further information.
Heels or Uggs: Why no Uggs? I traveled in them once. Unless you are going to Antarctica in a plane that doesn’t have heat, you will probably sweat to death. I love my Uggs for their warmth but sometimes it’s just too much for me. Heels, well if you need to know, well…..If you can rock some heels when traveling you are awesome and I bow down to you. I love me some heels but I cannot do it when traveling.
Again I just want to say that I am NOT an expert, but figuring out what to wear on an airplane has always been hard for me. I’m positive that many of you are well seasoned travelers and this is old news but for those, like me who aren’t, I wanted to share. Thanks for reading so much!
Citrus - Refreshing Fashion
I think this is SO GOOD! I am always curious to see what other people wear when they travel..I honestly go for comfort over fashion..just because I feel like I have run a marathon by the time I get my tickets and get through security…plus u have to take everything off anyways! thanks for the tips 🙂
XO Meghan
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Real College Student of Atlanta
love this post! and great blog, I'm also a college student! 🙂
Sara Estis
I love this! I'm a huge fan of boots while traveling too – usually boots, leggings, and some sort of layers on top bc layers on a plane are key!
Always Maylee
This is the perfect travel outfit! And seriously, women who can travel in heels are like super human. Have so much fun! 🙂
xo, Yi-chia
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Annie
Love your little tutorial, and love the outfit! That sheer blouse is perfect, and I would live in my boyfriend jeans if I could 🙂
Annie
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LyddieGal
I know just how you feel – when you travel you want to be comfortable! if you can be a little stylish great, but you won't see me running around an airport in stilettos!
My must have travel accessory is a scarf, its an accessory that wont set off an alarm and doubles as a blanket.
Courtney Starr
Ahh I need to pack today! You've inspired me to stop procrastinating!
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Carly
Love this, I'm flying in a couple days….and need to figure out what to wear!!!
Carly
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A Girls Kind of Therapy
such a fun post and very helpful! Recently found your blog and love it! Great style
Mal
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ALI&ANG
This look is going to look great on you! I have a similar watch and I love it.
Ali of:
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Coffee and Cardigans
All great ideas when it comes to travel outfits. I love a comfortable pair of jeans and a sweater. Boots or flats make great additions as well. And you're so right about UGGs being too hot for traveling. I swear I burned up the one time I wore them on a plane – and it was a short flight too!
Callie
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Jeans and a Teacup
Definitely good tips! Comfort is my number one priority when flying. Although, since I fly out of Los Angeles most of the time I'm tempted to "dress like a celebrity" in heels, sunglasses and fancy clothes just to see if I can get any paparazzi attention…haha. I haven't done it yet though.
~Jessica
Marsa
love your blog! its super adorable 🙂
following now <3
zhanna
Great tips. Being comfortable is the number one priority for me!!
XO,
Zhanna
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Melissa
That watch is beautiful!
<3 Melissa
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Maya {CharminglyStyled}
Love that polka dot top! Great tips lady!
xx,
Maya
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love the polkadot shirt!!! xO!
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Allison
Love your travel tips!
🙂
Allison
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woreout
I have a bracelet that I wear everyday and haven't taken it off since I bought it which was way back in 2005 (literally) until the last time I flew. I was that person holding up the security line because I couldn't get my bracelet off (the end screws into a gold bead and I couldn't unscrew it for the life of me!) Luckily a man behind me in line took pity on me and helped me get it off. Long story short remove all your jewelry before you fly. Safe travels and happy holidays!
20 Going on 80
Have fun and just know that you look WAYYYYY better than I ever will traveling. I looked like a zombie who crawled out of a box.
Lisa - respect the shoes
Hope you're having a fun time in NYC, girl!
I always always wear jeans on planes – comfy, and I need some substantial fabric between myself and whatever's been touching those airplane seats, hehe.
Happy holidays!
DC in STYLE
Great items, the watch is super cool! Have fun in NY
Elena
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