The Ultimate Airport Style Guide
Travelling can be stressful, but dressing comfortably and stylishly for the airport should be effortless. Yes, you can still slay in style even when breezing through airport security, enjoying a plane meal and enduring long delays and layovers. All you need is the right set of clothes, slip-on shoes and a handful of airport accessories to turn your outfit from basic and boring to fashionable and practical.
Follow our tips to turn your travelling experience into a sartorial success.
Shoe style: shoes that slide
Comfortable flat shoes are a must-have when assembling your airport outfit. You can easily slide in and out of them, especially when you want to make your seat experience extra comfortable during long flights. They are also perfect for helping you breeze through security and hop on that plane!
If you’re going to a warm destination, a pair of slip-on flat sandals can work surprisingly well. Bring along a pair of silk or cashmere socks in case of colder weather or airplane coolness.
Sneakers or loafers that go with most of the outfits you’ve packed and are easy to slip into are also a great choice for your airport shoe style.
Pro tip: Consider whether your airport shoes are destination-appropriate, especially if you have limited luggage space. Wear something versatile such as trainers or flat sandals, depending on the weather.
Dress destination-ready
Turn the airport into an exciting playfield for fashioning your destination-ready outfits. For example, a timeless caftan is perfect for taking you from the plane to the pool in hot destinations such as Morocco or the Maldives. Pair it with white sandals and trendy cat-eye shades that elevate your edgy summer look.
If you’re going on a weekend break to the city d’amour, Paris, channel that chic Parisian look by wearing a striped shirt with white denim and a bonnet.
Accessorise to mesmerise
Acing the stylish airport look doesn’t necessarily mean wearing a suit and heels. You can go for a basic and casual outfit that you can bring to new heights with the help of the right accessories.
Take Noomi Rapace, who styled plain jeans and a T-shirt look with a chequered blazer, a leather handbag, cool shades, and loafers with gold detailing that complemented her gold earrings at Nice Airport during the Cannes Film Festival in 2022. Her basic outfit was turned into a chic airport-style masterpiece.
Airport style is packed full of exciting accessories, from holdalls and backpacks to exciting luggage sets and holiday essentials. At the airport, you can see all sorts of accessories hinting at the traveller’s destination, whether that’s colourful bandanas or cosy Uggs. And when the airport welcomes arrivals at big events such as the Cannes Film Festival, expect an upheaval of mesmerising holiday wear.
A relaxed fit suit
Suits don’t always have to be associated with formal wear. In fact, more laid-back designs are entering the fashion runway to let us feel comfort and softness while looking elegant and all suited up.
This relaxed-fit black suit that Anne Hathaway wore to the airport at the Cannes Film Festival in 2022, paired with a white T-shirt with a gold chain, white tennis shoes, and, of course, shades, is the perfect example of airport style suiting.
Julianne Moore also took her spin on the black suit by wearing a loose-fitted design, white sneakers, a straw bag and black shades to Nice Airport.
A matching set
Good news for those who only travel in loungewear – matching lounge sets are an airport staple. Loungewear took off after the pandemic and has also become essential to our travel wear .
Jersey wide-legged pants and a matching stretch cardigan, cashmere joggers, a to-go-with sweater, or a 90s-inspired tracksuit are a must if you want to channel your lounge persona. Pair them with chic trainers, shades, and a weekender bag for the ultimate airport look.
Travelling in style doesn’t have to be uncomfortable or extravagant. By following these style tips, you can effortlessly elevate your airport look and make a statement without compromising comfort. Whether you're a frequent flyer or a first-time traveller, make sure your airport style reflects your personality and sets the tone for an unforgettable journey. Bon voyage!
Sources
https://www.vogue.com/article/cannes-celebrity-airport-outfit-ideas
