Traveling in a maxi dress or dress in general - terrible idea or easiest to wear?

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Anonymous wrote:I like a "midaxi" lenght -- something that hits at midcalf or a little lower or higher depending on what flatters you (I find an a-line or fuller skirt on the dress keeps this length from looking frumpy).

Legs are covered enough that no contact with seats on transportation or in public spaces.

Will not drag on the floor if you need to bend down to pick something up and you won't need to hike it up when going up stairs.

Something with pockets and that can be easily layered over.

Here's a good option for summer -- I'd bring a lightweight jacket or a linen button down to layer over it (or tie around my waist to be hands free if I got hot):

https://www.loft.com/clothing/dresses/catl000013/752878.html

Another in this vein if you want something less fitted -- this would transition to dinner or drinks really easily with a change of shoes:

https://www.chicos.com/store/product/Travelers-8482-V-Back-Maxi-Dress/570369701

The Boden version for people who want color or prints (and a higher neckline and sleeves):

https://www.bodenusa.com/en-us/amelie-jersey-midi-dress-blue-scattered-brand-spot/sty-d0982-blu

Strappy version in a sport fabric (straps can be worn straight or crossed in back but this is strictly for ladies who don't need to wear a bra):

https://athleta.gap.com/browse/product.do?pid=601546082&vid=1&tid=atpl000063&kwid=1&ap=7&gad_source=1&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI24PLt_jqhgMV7En_AR0iSgT3EAQYGCABEgKnj_D_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds#pdp-page-content

How do you not freeze on the plane? I've been on flights recently where I'm shivering it's so cold. And I'm in joggers and a big hoodie.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:I almost always wear a maxi dress when traveling. Something like this, with a cardigan or hoodie: https://www.amazon.com/GRECERELLE-Womens-Summer-Casual-Pockets/dp/B0CR5RYX3H/ref=sr_1_14_sspa?crid=1G897OEZAM4ZF&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.2Rqk_P_0Q2BkVF79IzD4FXpbMJa5ns-JECO_P1PcWWvUo8wHdYSDv1CjAbantdIuu8uJn_g-SeZ-He8KJ398W_SnCg-LOTrbtPi__gtvA_nuSyWbwj3UfHtALwNlGf0fh5-4l2AXfj9yUn4mPTVtZ38rTEkDTbtIJRQaT3GV7G6OgrtyUcC3k0Bx0UmLX-T9zZjfKCmctyAAAV2awHiCiDv8KszYvIJzqMSrvcanDOZimJaPL8u7qiuqxVhmw74b5Y4HUw9LpUPN5ytVOtIrLWxcUSE7EREfATy6xGKcIGE.l7eS0Axwbg6c9Y5oBCwukLG1k2hztKeWV3MQdlIbQNU&dib_tag=se&keywords=maxi+dress&qid=1718907070&sprefix=maxi+dress%2Caps%2C89&sr=8-14-spons&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9tdGY&psc=1

I have not had any trouble dealing with luggage because I was in a dress?

NP. What shoes do you wear with that?

Apparently black and white cowboy boots!

[Anonymous]

I’d rather wear pants. If we ended up in some emergency situation I think I’d rather not have a dress on.

[Anonymous]

Comfortable. Easy. And it works with flat shoes.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:WTH are you doing if your underwear is showing in a maxi dress? Handstands?

My thought as well!

I wear wrinkle-resistant gaucho pants/ palazzo pants for travel. They are a great compromise between skirt and pants. I travel in dresses as well and have no issue.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I like a "midaxi" lenght -- something that hits at midcalf or a little lower or higher depending on what flatters you (I find an a-line or fuller skirt on the dress keeps this length from looking frumpy).

Legs are covered enough that no contact with seats on transportation or in public spaces.

Will not drag on the floor if you need to bend down to pick something up and you won't need to hike it up when going up stairs.

Something with pockets and that can be easily layered over.

Here's a good option for summer -- I'd bring a lightweight jacket or a linen button down to layer over it (or tie around my waist to be hands free if I got hot):

https://www.loft.com/clothing/dresses/catl000013/752878.html

Another in this vein if you want something less fitted -- this would transition to dinner or drinks really easily with a change of shoes:

https://www.chicos.com/store/product/Travelers-8482-V-Back-Maxi-Dress/570369701

The Boden version for people who want color or prints (and a higher neckline and sleeves):

https://www.bodenusa.com/en-us/amelie-jersey-midi-dress-blue-scattered-brand-spot/sty-d0982-blu

Strappy version in a sport fabric (straps can be worn straight or crossed in back but this is strictly for ladies who don't need to wear a bra):

https://athleta.gap.com/browse/product.do?pid=601546082&vid=1&tid=atpl000063&kwid=1&ap=7&gad_source=1&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI24PLt_jqhgMV7En_AR0iSgT3EAQYGCABEgKnj_D_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds#pdp-page-content

How do you not freeze on the plane? I've been on flights recently where I'm shivering it's so cold. And I'm in joggers and a big hoodie.

It depends on the flight. I'd wear this on a flight to Florida in April or may knowing that I will want to be in something airy and light the minute I hit the ground there. I can wear a jacket or sweater on the plane but also that's a short flight and I'm not going to be freezing on a daytime flight. I wouldn't wear that on a nighttime flight or anywhere likely to be breezy or brisk on landing.

Also regarding people who worry about an emergency -- for international and longer flights I often pack a change of clothes in my carryon. Usually just a pair of leggings and a t-shirt plus fresh underwear and socks. I can usually fit all that in a tiny packing cube or a small ziploc bag. It's for just in case but can also be nice to change at the airport into fresh clothes right when I get off the plane or even just to throw on the leggings during redeye for more comfort.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:WTH are you doing if your underwear is showing in a maxi dress? Handstands?

My thought as well!

I wear wrinkle-resistant gaucho pants/ palazzo pants for travel. They are a great compromise between skirt and pants. I travel in dresses as well and have no issue.

Weirdly I do not like the extra fabric in palazzo pants while traveling by plane but am fine with the extra fabric in a dress (and when I wear dresses to travel I gravitate towards loose baggy ones with quite a bit of extra fabric. I don't know exactly why this is but something about the way extra pant fabric can get in the way when I'm carrying bags but that the extra fabric in a drapey dress does not.

One thing I really like about dresses for travel is just the feeling of zero constriction via a waistband or or anything fitted. Like my ideal travel dress is just kind of a sack dress not that different from a nightgown. Especially if I will need to sleep on the plane.

[Anonymous]

I am going to try this midi dress on a 14 h flight tomorrow!

https://arcteryx.com/us/en/shop/womens/palister-dress

[Anonymous]

Great idea - pair with a jean jacket and sandals and you have a Look. Comfy and stylish. I love dresses.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I am going to try this midi dress on a 14 h flight tomorrow!

https://arcteryx.com/us/en/shop/womens/palister-dress

Every woman will be jealous. Such a stylish look.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:I am going to try this midi dress on a 14 h flight tomorrow!

https://arcteryx.com/us/en/shop/womens/palister-dress

Every woman will be jealous. Such a stylish look.

I know you are being sarcastic but I actually like this look -- way overpriced though

[Anonymous]

it depends on you op, if you like wearing maxi dresses and are used to them, then wear them. If you don't usually wear them, then it may not be best time to try.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I am going to try this midi dress on a 14 h flight tomorrow!

https://arcteryx.com/us/en/shop/womens/palister-dress

Every woman will be jealous. Such a stylish look.

I know you are being sarcastic but I actually like this look -- way overpriced though

Ok. If you like looking like a nun. Go for it.

[Anonymous]

Leggings, t-shirt and cardigan. Cardigan because planes are usually freezing, but if its hot in the airport or my destination, cardigan comes off. Comfortable, neat, and appropriate

[Anonymous]

I feel most comfortable in a midi dress and a cardigan with compression socks.

However if really cold, I wear leggings or pants with a forgiving waistband and a long sleeve shirt with a pullover.