Airport style: how to look chic and stay comfortable while travelling

Dressing for the airport is an art form. It's somewhere between dressing for a long-haul flight and preparing for an impromptu street-style photoshoot.

The perfect airport outfit needs to tick several boxes: it should be comfortable enough for hours of sitting in awkward positions, practical enough to navigate security checks without unnecessary faff, and stylish enough that you don’t look like you’ve given up on life entirely.

The secret? A carefully curated mix of soft layers, relaxed tailoring, and just the right amount of effort to make it look like you effortlessly threw it together (even if you spent an hour debating between joggers and wide-leg trousers).

The golden rule of airport dressing is layering. Planes are temperature rollercoasters, freezing one moment, stifling the next, so a lightweight jumper or oversized blazer over a breathable base layer is a foolproof choice. Stretchy, relaxed-fit trousers or leggings offer comfort without sacrificing polish, while trainers or slip-on loafers make security lines much less of a hassle.

And let’s not forget the accessories: a roomy tote with enough space for essentials (passport, snacks, emergency sheet mask) and a scarf that doubles as an in-flight blanket can elevate the whole look.