I do Athleta or Spanx sets with some slip on sneakers.

Varley joggers + sweatshirt.

Lululemon dance pants, but the metal pulls get caught in security.

In addition the Spanx mentioned above, I recommend the Zella whisper knit collection. I have these plus a matching sweatshirt and they are my go-to for red-eye flights:

https://www.nordstromrack.com/s/z-by-zella-whisper-knit-high-waist-wide-leg-pants/8423551

The Spanx is more flattering on the body (make me look sleeker) but the whisper knit is soooooo comfortable and I really like the weight of it. It feels cozy without feeling hot ever, which is why I like it for overnights because the coziness helps me sleep and relax.

Vuori joggers
Tshirt
Zip up

There are already so many threads on this:

https://www.dcurbanmom.com/jforum/posts/list/45/981218.page

https://www.dcurbanmom.com/jforum/posts/list/15/1253204.page

https://www.dcurbanmom.com/jforum/posts/list/15/1317274.page

https://www.dcurbanmom.com/jforum/posts/list/1211246.page

https://www.dcurbanmom.com/jforum/posts/list/100/1103819.page

https://www.dcurbanmom.com/jforum/posts/list/1212105.page

https://www.dcurbanmom.com/dev/posts/list/30/1051386.page


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I don't wear a bra on a long flight. That's the most important thing, for comfort, for me. I drape a scarf to hang in front to visually distract.

North Face Aphrodite pants

WoolX lightweight wool t-shirt

lightweight full-zip jacket with interior pockets and exterior zipper pockets

I tend to wear long maxi dresses as I get cold on flights and a cardigan and stylish sneakers.

So dresses like these:
https://www.quince.com/women/smocked-boat-neck-maxi-dress?color=navy

Anonymous wrote:I'm not hip to all the best athleisure brands, but recommend dark colors like black or navy to hide any spills or dirt from an outfit that will be worn for that long. I think monochrome outfits look the most put together.

Other than that, my best tip is comfortable jewelry you can sleep in, like small flat studs. No hoops, large pearl studs, or bracelet stacks.

Done wear any jewelry to security check or on long haul flight. You can always wear it on arrival airport or little before your flights land.

Take it back. It's yours.

I'm not hip to all the best athleisure brands, but recommend dark colors like black or navy to hide any spills or dirt from an outfit that will be worn for that long. I think monochrome outfits look the most put together.

Other than that, my best tip is comfortable jewelry you can sleep in, like small flat studs. No hoops, large pearl studs, or bracelet stacks.

I have the Athleta version of above. It’s not bad and then I change for the day when I arrive at the hotel (assuming red eye).

I like Spanx Air Essentials. I wear a regular t shirt, the black quarter zip, and the black wide leg pants. Feels like PJs but I don’t look awful checking into my hotel. You can find knock offs but I still like the Spanx the best.

Taking a trip with an overnight flight. I’d love a stylish, comfortable outfit. Usually I wear jeans, even on flights, but this will be longer than my normal flights. Any recs? I’m 42 and my teen has taken most of my athleisure. Figured I’d get something new