Travel Outfits I Do NOT Wear This Inside the Airplane

Do not wear these travel outfits in the airplane. Learn my travel mistakes that will help you not wear these outfits for a flight. #traveltips #traveloutfits #traveladvice

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[theheartoftexas]

I’m an international flight attendant for one of the major airlines, and have 30+ years seniority. I agree with almost everything you’ve said. My opinion may be a bit skewed since I only fly international. When I pack for a trip, I pack whatever I think is the appropriate outfit for the layover. BUT, I always have an emergency dress in my bag. I do this for several reasons. Often a dress is just more comfortable for sightseeing, and you look good if you end up going somewhere with special requirements (like Buckingham Palace tour, churches in Italy, etc.). Also, the dress comes in handy if you get an invitation to something special (opening night ballet at the Royal Albert Hall and some of the royals might be there [they weren’t], the top dinner cruise on the Seine, the Moulin Rouge, a swanky dinner at a fancy restaurant-these have all happened to me and thank goodness I had something to wear! But also, my trip might bust, and I have to endure an 8-18 hour flight home! I personally find a dress more comfortable when squished into a seat. But it’s only a particular kind of dress. It must be made of some kind of fabric that doesn’t wrinkle much. It must be black, navy, or dark claret. It must preferably have 3/4 length sleeves or short sleeves. It must be long- not to the floor, but mid calve. It must have a rounded or slightly scooped neckline. And it must be a simple design. This can be accessorized with a scarf or with a necklace depending on situation. A little jewelry will dress it up or down. I always have a pashmina type thing that will keep me from freezing if the night gets cool, or the plane gets cool. Easiest to take on and off. Can be a blanket or pillow if necessary. I always have my 3” heels, but can put on flats for long walks. This also helps when using the bathroom in countries that just have a hole in the floor. I also always have my non-underwire bra, because being squished in a seat with your underwires digging into your ribs is miserable! It’s required for us to look a certain way for travel, but if you end up in first or business class it’s absolutely mandatory. And I will tell you that if we have to upgrade a passenger at the last minute, yes, how they are dressed is a make or break issue. We won’t upgrade someone in jeans, tee shirts, tennis shoes, flip flops, etc. It doesn’t happen a lot, but it does happen. And clothes make the difference. How you look really does matter. Customs and immigration will treat you better (all countries), hotel reception will treat you better, taxi drivers, police, and just people in general. This is a big part of how I’ve gotten invited to some very special and exciting things. And it all comes down to one dress, a scarf, a pashmina, decent shoes, and a little tasteful jewelry. Doesn’t take up much room in your bag either.
I would really appreciate it if you would do a video on the medications that no one should get on any plane without! Please as a favor to all flight attendants worldwide! Every one should have the pain reliever of their choice (Ibuprofen, Tylenol), peptide bismo caplets, Gas-X, and Earplanes( NOT GENERIC! They don’t work!), and a few chewable children’s aspirin (you never know). Also any other medications that you require. NEVER check your medications!!!! You would not believe how often passengers ask us for these items, and either must have a doctor’s permission to give them to you, and some of these things we don’t have anyway.
Sorry to write so much, but I hope this helps someone.
Oh, one more thing, bald/balding men should bring a knit hat.
Thanks so much for a great video.

[larryboudreaux]

Dawn dish soap works absolute wonders on clothing items! At your first opportunity drip Dawn dish detergent full strength to completely cover the entire dribble. Wash right away or let it sit for next laundry day. Dawn is excellent in removing cooking oil spatters in the same manner. It’s my go to for all stain removals!

[thatgirlPAIGE]

I wear all black on every trip: plane, train, automobile 👍🏾

[lianzaeats]

My airport uniform: Comfy black leggings, soft cotton shirt, jacket and my trusty Sketchers shoes. It's super easy to slip on and off my Sketchers shoes during xray (especially for international flights!)

I've been binge watching your video Laurie, much love from the Philippines! 🇵🇭

[lifewithgrandmabev]

I always wear black or navy comfy pants and a floral or patterned top so nothing shows if I spill anything. I like hoodies so I can put up head part to lean my head against headrest. Germ conscious. TFS

[lauranieto]

Shout Wipes are also great stain removers, and they don't count as a liquid. I always have one with me.

[ellycyr]

I wore a Chicos sleeveless black dress, black 3/4 length top, black leggings, a wide scarf/shawl black socks and Ecco white leather sneakers on a flight from Seattle to London by way of Dublin. One of the flight attendants complemented me on my outfit! What a boost to my fragile ego!

[gingereaves]

Thanks for another great video. My travel outfit consists of black yoga type pants that are stretchy, primarily black patterned lightweight stretchy pullover blouse, lightweight jacket or cardigan, black Skechers slip on shoes, black compression socks. Comfortable, slightly dressier looking, and doesn't show stains. I always carry a Tide pen, a white cotton wash cloth, and a small pack of disinfecting wipes in my personal item inside a pouch.

[mcgerity]

Tide pens, hilarious! I’ve been tucking them in my sister’s Christmas stocking for 10+ years.That and tissue packets and breath mints: what everyone needs on hand for a flight

[AndreasAntics]

I find when I wear pants I have a terrible time in the lavatory trying to keep the hem off the floor, so I just wear a calf length skirt/dress that I can easily hike up.

[Chi_Nurse]

I learned the hard way that wearing a button down shirt for a flight (even one with stretch) may look nice but not comfortable for a long flight. They shift and move and then buttons gap and they ride up… not fun on a transatlantic flight.

[kuenoklee]

I really love how you share travel wisdom

[stefh]

Laurie, I want to thank you for your wonderful travel tips, product suggestions and outfit advice! I'm headed to Italy at the end of April and am making notes. Your information is SO helpful. Happy travels 💖

[Gevedon]

Yay, thanks Laurie! Also, wanted to say, I love your free downloadable pdfs, and being a part of your Email family! I recommend joining to our beautiful friends here!

[LIN-wtdk]

Wide legs pants are very on trend right now but they don’t work on long flights in Polaris (UA). They are cumbersome and a pain in the tush! Straight leg, somewhat stretchy pants, pretty sweatshirt and sneakers are my go to travel outfit!

[crrizello]

I cannot wear white at all. As soon as I put it on, something spills on me! I love ponchos but agree they don't travel on the airplane. I have a standard travel outfit for summer and one for winter. I like cardigans for layering on the plane. Keeps me warm and easy to take on and off.

[kenbrown]

I found the best way to deal with putting a jacket or sweater/sweatshirt on or taking it off it to do it in conjunction with a trip to the lavatory. we did get nailed for my wife's hair spray and face scrub flying out of iceland - chose to let them go, rather than check the suitcase with her medication. my fault for not paying close enough attention when she was packing her carryon - they went in my checked bag on the outbound trip. I ended up wearing my boots on the homeward flight, to clear up weight and space for bringing purchases home. I feel I did as well as could be expected. I had two backup changes of clothes that didn't get worn. - but we also didn't have any incidents that would have required using them. so a poorly timed storm would have made them necessary.
of course, as a guy, I had a total of two pairs of pants, including the golf pants I wear for the pane trips. my trusty travel jacket let me carry Mrs Ken's bag as my personal item, while she carried her CPAP as hers. I also did end up eating one of my pocket snacks, in each direction this time.

[melj]

Cabi makes a great “one piece jumpsuit” that is only connected in the front. So, you just pull the pants part down! Genius! I wore it on my last flight w/a light jacket, so comfy!

[kms]

Agree 100%, don't wear baby blue or beige either❤