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Travel fashion 101: Styling tips for trendy and practical travel outfits

Updated on: Jun 4, 2023, 12:33:12 IST
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Whether you're jet-setting to a bustling city or exploring serene landscapes, your wardrobe can be both functional and stylish. (Instagram )
Whether you're jet-setting to a bustling city or exploring serene landscapes, your wardrobe can be both functional and stylish. (Instagram )

Elevate your travel fashion game and create chic outfits that reflect your personal style. Get ready to turn heads wherever your adventures take you!

Travel wear is a category that is adored around the world, so much so that everyone has their own take on it. From co-ords to the coolest drops, the spectrum of travel wear has spread far and wide. With many options, one can tend to get confused and stray away from the whole point of travel wear — stylishly comfortable apparel that looks and feels as good before and after one has travelled, be it a road trip, a quick flight, or even an overseas adventure. Whether you're jet-setting to a bustling city or exploring serene landscapes, your wardrobe can be both functional and stylish. From versatile pieces that can be mixed and matched to key accessories that elevate your look, discover how to express your unique style while staying practical and chic on your journeys. (Also read: Travel in style: Fashionable clothes and accessories to make your weekend trip extra special )

Essential tips for women's travel wear

Riddhi Jain, fashion expert and founder of NeceSera, shares with HT Lifestyle, essential tips and insights to help you curate a travel wardrobe that effortlessly combines comfort and fashion.

1. Fabric-first

Deepika Padukone's bright yellow and blue-coloured airport outfit is a perfect travel wardrobe inspiration. (Instagram)
Deepika Padukone's bright yellow and blue-coloured airport outfit is a perfect travel wardrobe inspiration. (Instagram)

Fabric choice goes a long way in making sure you look turned out even after travelling. Imagine a soft cotton shirt that’s been ironed to the T only to look crushed when you reach your destination. That can put a damper on the best of us. Instead, go for fabrics that are breathable, comfortable, and most definitely wrinkle-resistant!

2. Think in layers

Alia Bhatt in a denim on denim outfit at the airport. (HT Photo/Varinder Chawla)
Alia Bhatt in a denim on denim outfit at the airport. (HT Photo/Varinder Chawla)

While travelling, think of fits that can be layered up or down. Suddenly feeling a little too warm, remove that hoodie to cool things down. Too chilly in-flight? Snuggle with an easy sweatshirt! Layers are key to keeping things comfortable as you never know when temperatures take a turn. Look at fabrics like Supima modal that are great for layering.

3. Pockets always

Deepika Padukone wears a denim-on-denim fit at the airport. (HT photo/Varinder Chawla)
Deepika Padukone wears a denim-on-denim fit at the airport. (HT photo/Varinder Chawla)

On-the-go with no pockets is a tragedy. Want to be hands-free but still have a few essentials on hand? Pockets! They are an absolute must-have when choosing travel wear. Pick joggers, hoodies, jackets, and pants that are outfitted with pockets aplenty.

4. Versatility wins

Sara Ali Khan wears a summer-ready co-ord outfit at the airport. (HT Photo/Varinder Chawla)
Sara Ali Khan wears a summer-ready co-ord outfit at the airport. (HT Photo/Varinder Chawla)

Spontaneous plans, running late, and no time to change before you need to get somewhere? Choose looks that deliver comfort and style and are also versatile enough to carry you through almost any situation. A monotone co-ord that can be styled up, our new mini waffle fabric, and flared pants that look elevated every time are some of our favourites to look out for.

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    Akanksha Agnihotri is a lifestyle journalist with over 3 years of experience. She is a psychology graduate and holds a postgraduate diploma in Radio and Television Journalism from the Indian Institute of Mass Communication, Delhi, where she graduated as a gold medalist. Originally from Bhopal, the beautiful capital of Madhya Pradesh, she draws inspiration from the city’s rich cultural heritage and layered storytelling traditions that subtly shape her narrative voice. She writes extensively about fashion, beauty, health, relationships, culture, and food, exploring everything from trending styles and runway moments to wellness routines and mindful living. Passionate about meaningful and candid conversations, she enjoys interviewing celebrities, doctors, designers, and film personalities, diving into discussions on fitness, beauty, mental health, and everything fun in between. With a keen eye for trends and a thoughtful understanding of human behaviour, she brings depth, sensitivity, and authenticity to her stories, ensuring they resonate with a wide and diverse audience. When she’s not working, you’ll usually find her lost in a book, planning her next mountain trek, or mapping out spontaneous travel escapes. She loves discovering new authors, revisiting old favourites, and spending quiet afternoons in museums soaking in art, history, and culture. An avid bird-watching enthusiast, she finds joy in early morning walks, spotting rare birds, and reconnecting with nature. Whether sipping coffee while journaling her thoughts or exploring hidden corners of a new city, she constantly seeks inspiration in everyday moments that often turn into compelling story ideas.Read More

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