People love to be comfortable when they travel, but comfort doesn’t mean that you need to forgo being stylish. You have both by knowing the right pieces to pack. Take gorgeous selfies and portraits, and show off your travel style. Follow these tips to instantly level up your travel photos.
Work with the Season
You want to be stylish and comfortable when you travel. If you’re visiting a tropical place, choose lightweight fabrics and breezy clothes that allow your skin to breathe. Stay cool in clothes made of cotton, linen, and jersey cloths. Stick to light colors. Not only do they fit the sunny ambiance, but they also absorb less heat than dark clothing does.
For cold places, go for dark and neutral colors, and dress in three layers: a base layer to absorb sweat and moisture on skin, middle layer to insulate your body, and an outer layer to protect you from the elements. Throw in a hat or a scarf to spice up your attire.
Trends change more frequently than the seasons do. When a new season comes, it’s time to switch up your wardrobe. It’s not just about style, but also about necessity because of weather changes. Earn some extra cash out of your old clothes. Fund your travel goals, or buy a new wardrobe by selling clothes online.
Stick to Flats
Traveling entails moving from one place to another, in short, walking. You can hardly enjoy your travel if you’re hobbling during the whole trip. Stick to flats unless you’re attending a formal or dressy event. In which case, you can pack a pair of versatile high heels that go well with any outfit.
Bring out your comfy ballet flats, flat ankle boots, or cool sneakers, and enjoy exploring new places, without the blisters on your feet.
Pack Some Socks
Socks are absolutely essential. They absorb sweat on your feet and prevent bad odor. They also help soften the impact of walking on hard ground, which lessens the pain you may feel after moving for so long. Socks also keep your feet warm when you’re sitting on the plane or sleeping in an air-conditioned room.
Layer Up
Layers can make a lot of difference. Don’t be afraid to wear a statement coat, embroidered jacket, or blazer as a second (or third) layer unless you’re traveling to a tropical place. An accent scarf can instantly enhance an otherwise simple outfit.
If you’re not keen on coordinating colors, try layering pieces in different shades of the same color. Or you can stay chic with neutral and dark colors. Try these layer fashion inspirations for your next travel.
Wear Simple Accessories
Avoid wearing accessories that will set off metal detectors. Taking off all your accessories during checkups can get tedious and nerve-wracking, especially when there’s a line of people waiting for you to be done.
Minimize your accessories, and don’t wear expensive jewelry. Sparkly gemstones and shiny precious metals easily attract unscrupulous characters.
Stick to hats, scarves, thin necklaces, chokers, and inexpensive jewelry when you travel. You don’t want to risk losing anything important or expensive.
Go Hands-Free
When it comes to bags, go for hands-free styles, like backpacks, messenger bags, and fanny packs. These will allow you more movement as you explore. Plus, it’s easier to take snapshots of crucial moments or take items out of your bag when you have both hands free.
Rock the Athleisure Fashion
In the recent years, athleisure has been gaining more and more popularity across different demographics. Athleisure is perfect for traveling. Since the clothes are designed for athletic activities, they’re comfortable and easy to move in but are dressy enough to wear in other settings. Get inspired by these athleisure travel outfits.
Travel in Style
Traveling in style doesn’t mean you have to pack all your fancy clothes. The key is being creative in mixing and matching wardrobe essentials to look more fashionable. Layers and accessories can add the element that makes any outfit special.
Photo: Pixabay
Contributed posts are written by third parties who pay a fee to Woman Around Town for publication.
