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The rules of in-flight fashion<\/h1>\n

When you\u2019re sitting for hours in a metal tube flying 35,000 feet in the air, comfort trumps style. Wear an outfit that keeps you cozy and relaxed, and you\u2019ll likely appear more chic than the traveler tottering down the aisle in four-inch stilettos or sweating in too-tight synthetic fabrics. That\u2019s why it\u2019s crucial to know what to wear on a plane\u2014and, more importantly, what\u00a0not<\/em>\u00a0to wear on a plane.<\/p>\n

Just ask Lady Gaga. In 2010, the pop star donned Alexander McQueen \u201carmadillo shoes\u201d and a wild outfit of black and yellow tape on a transatlantic flight. During the voyage, Gaga began to experience symptoms of deep vein thrombosis, or DVT, a life-threatening condition commonly caused by a combo of in-flight risk factors like low cabin pressure, dehydration, immobility, and cramped seats. When Gaga complained that her legs were swelling up during the flight, the cabin crew convinced her to change into something a little more comfortable\u2014and a little less likely to incite an artery blockage.<\/p>\n

Just as Gaga and other demigods of impractical couture should keep their costumes off the tarmac, those of us who fall into the jeans-and-sneakers category of fashion ought also to think carefully about what we wear on a plane.<\/p>\n

Don\u2019t: Tight or complicated clothing. Do: Simple garments made of natural, breathable fabrics.<\/h2>\n

Tight clothes can restrict blood flow in the already-confining space of an airplane seat, not to mention put you at risk for DVT. Ditch the skinny jeans, or anything tight enough to leave marks on your skin, and don loose-fitting natural fiber garments (clothes made from cotton or linen are a great choice).<\/p>\n

Shun any fabrics that lack breathability, such as nylon or leatherette. Add your rubber raincoat or waterproof jacket to this list as well. Less breathable fabrics hold sweat on the skin when it\u2019s hot as well as prevent air circulation. A foolproof way to find breathable clothes for the plane: Stick with moisture-wicking activewear or clothes sold from travel-specific suppliers.<\/p>\n

Aircraft lavatories are tiny contrivances, about the size of a small closet or a very large Manhattan apartment, so you\u2019ll want to wear something that isn\u2019t too tricky to maneuver. Avoid bodysuits or complicated wrap shirts or dresses, as well as long pants or skirts that may graze the unsanitary (and often disturbingly wet) lavatory floor.<\/p>\n

Don\u2019t: High heels. Do: Comfortable shoes.<\/h2>\n

Heels are restrictive, and they\u2019ve been said to cause a long list of maladies, from chronic foot pain to hammer toe. Plus, unless you\u2019re one of Charlie\u2019s Angels, they don\u2019t exactly facilitate a clean exit in case of emergency. And those boots with all the straps and chains sure are cute, but they\u2019re the nightmare of every in-a-rush business traveler who must stand behind you as you undo myriad fastening mechanisms at airport security.<\/p>\n

A good pair of\u00a0comfortable shoes\u00a0will make it easier for you to hoof it around the airport and sprint to the gate if you need to make a connection. Also consider\u00a0slip-on shoes, which are wonderful for easing your way through security.<\/p>\n

Don\u2019t: Perfume or cologne. Do: Freshly washed clothes.<\/h2>\n

You\u2019ve been in Europe for two weeks, you\u2019ve only packed so much, and by your date of departure you\u2019ve run out of clean pants and shirts. It may be tempting to throw on something that more or less passes the sniff test and head off to the airport. But remember: Odors are intensified on a plane, where passengers are cramped in close quarters and stale air is recycled throughout the cabin. Plan ahead, and make a point to reserve a clean outfit for the plane ride home.<\/p>\n

Strong-smelling perfumes, colognes, body sprays, and so on shouldn\u2019t be worn in flight. Some passengers may not enjoy the scent of your\u00a0CK One; others might suffer allergic reactions to synthetic fragrances. If you really must smell of the finest department-store brands upon arrival in your destination, pack a\u00a0sample size\u00a0and apply it once you land.<\/p>\n

Don\u2019t: Contact lenses. Do: Glasses.<\/h2>\n

Airplane cabins are notoriously arid, to the point where the lack of humidity can dry out your skin, your nasal passages, and even your eyes. Contacts can become uncomfortable to wear in this type of environment, so consider bringing a pair of glasses to use during the flight instead.<\/p>\n

Don\u2019t: Offensive clothing. Do: Anything you would wear to dinner with the in-laws.<\/h2>\n

Planes are pretty informal places; people wear T-shirts, baseball hats, and even slippers, and no one bats an eye. But it is possible to take it a little too far. Carriers typically leave it up to flight attendants to judge whether a passenger\u2019s garb is inappropriate for wear in the air. So how do you know if your outfit is appropriate?<\/p>\n

If you can\u2019t wear it to church or dinner with your mother-in-law, you probably shouldn\u2019t wear it on a flight. And whether or not you agree with what certain airlines deem \u201cinappropriate,\u201d you\u2019ll want to avoid wearing potentially offensive clothing to minimize a disruptive travel experience. Passengers have been removed from planes for wearing everything from\u00a0short skirts\u00a0to\u00a0baggy pants\u00a0to T-shirts splashed with expletives or offensive (well, depending on whom you ask)\u00a0political messages<\/a>.<\/p>\n

It also helps to know that your passenger status may make a difference in what you\u2019re allowed to wear. For example, paying passengers are allowed to wear leggings on United flights, while\u00a0those traveling on employee \u201cbuddy\u201d passes are not<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Don\u2019t: Warm-weather clothing. Do: Layers, layers, layers.<\/h2>\n

Flyers must brave a multitude of temperature changes throughout their journeys. There\u2019s the sweat-inducing jog through the sunny airport terminal, the warm 20 minutes while the plane sits on the tarmac pre-takeoff, and that in-flight arctic chill (against which hard-won, paper-thin airline blankets do nothing).<\/p>\n

Layers are a traveler<\/a>\u2019s best weapon against such varying conditions. Furthermore, the more apparel you tie around your waist or throw over your shoulders, the fewer clothing items you need to ball up and stuff into your suitcase. Getting warm? Remove a few layers, bundle them, and then use them as a pillow.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

The rules of in-flight fashion When you\u2019re sitting for hours in a metal tube flying 35,000 feet in the air, comfort trumps style. Wear an outfit that keeps you cozy and relaxed, and you\u2019ll likely appear more chic than the traveler tottering down the aisle in four-inch stilettos or sweating in too-tight synthetic fabrics. 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