SLAYING THE AIRPORT LOOK
TWO years of borders closed…
Two never ending winters staying in Aotearoa without getting a top up of Vitamin D…
But here we are, ready to take off and discover the world again Ouiiiiiiii!
You have already packed your suitcase, well done you legend! Now, what about the most important outfit:
The Airport Lewk.
Whether it’s a short flight 2-3 hours or a long haul with transits, the airport outfit is an art that must be learnt by all novice to start their journey on a good foot.
Even if comfort is the # 1 priority, you still wanna show some dignity. Here are some fundamental rules that you just can’t mess up with:
THE LAYERS
We always talk about layers here. Well, at the airport, it’s the next level of layering supremacy!
Flying is the most climate instability you can experience: You’ll be running across the airport because you always spend too long choose your snack (can’t only rely on airplane food). Then you’ll get all sweaty on your seat and spend the next 10 hours freezing your tits because of the air conditioning. Suddenly, out of nowhere, you’re in Singapore watching butterflies in an insanely humid garden…
All of this to say: Layer or die.
Ideally you can either do:
Fitted cotton tee/tank with relaxed merino or cashmere knit under a trench or wool coat (the classy one).
A thermal tee under an oversized sweatshirt (bold colors are fun, marle is chic). Add over it an oversized denim or leather jacket (the chill one).
THE STRETCH
The stretchiness of a garment will be your best friend. An elasticated waist trousers or skirt are the only options for you to stay in one piece. These can be a track pant, a pull on suiting trousers or a flared legging.
Adding to this: exit all linen or georgette polyester unless it’s super oversized and allows you to sit in any position you wish. We want stretchy cotton or wool.
If you insist on wearing a dress, okay… But the best one is the long ribbed dress: Stretchy, warm, neutral and easy to look good with sneakers and big jackets. Although, I would only recommend a length AT LEAST below the knees (Airports are gross, you - don’t - wanna - touch - the - seats).
Rock the knit dress like Zoe Kravitz
THE FEET
Unless you were living in a cave for the last 5 years, you know that socks are cool and sexy. For your airplane journey, you want these beauties to fit loose and bunching on the ankles to avoid blood clough (this is a serious sh*t - drink load of tea to make you want to go to pee regularly and forces you to walk around, getting your blood flow).
Obvious as always, your favourite pair of sneakers will once again share all of your best memories by following you in the air.
THE ACCESSORIES
Want to feel like a star? That’s your one and only excuse to wear sunglasses indoor. Go for it, and add the cap if you want to, at least it won’t get squashed in your suitcase.
Don’t like the airplane blanket and too poor for business class? Carry with you your snuiggliest scarf, it will serve you as a loving little nest for your head or as a blanket on your legs.
