If you’ve done your fair share of summer travelling, you’ll know that it’s not always the glamorous affair we had once envisioned it to be. Long haul flights, airport lines at security, and the general fuss of travelling in the heat can make it feel anything but stylish. But the one way in which we can combat this lack lustre experience and bring a touch of much needed luxury to our travelling plans? Through our wardrobe.
When picking out what to wear when you travel, comfort is no doubt the number one priority—but in a new era of elevated basics, travel capsule outfits and refined minimalism, comfort can go hand in hand with style more easily than ever. With a focus on high-quality fabrics and comfortable cuts, Vogue has pulled together the ultimate summer outfit inspiration for the most stylish travel looks ahead of your next trip.
Below, 15 warm weather-appropriate and easy travel outfit ideas to wear in 2024.
15 summer travel outfit ideas to try in 2023
1. A blue button up
A high-quality blue button up shirt is a staple in any wardrobe, but particularly for a traveller’s one. Toting the line between stylish and chic whilst also being comfortable and light, this kind of type can be worn solo or easily layered—a classic all-rounder, this is an ideal way to stay comfortable and look classy while you travel.
2. A pair of white tailored trousers
White tailored-anything is an instant outfit elevator, so perhaps opt for a pair of white tailored trousers when you travel. With the right material blend and cut, these bottoms can look incredibly sophisticated yet be endlessly comfortable to fly with or rush around the airport in. Pair these pants with quite literally any top and pair of shoes, and you’ll instantly have made your fit that much more stylish.
3. A pair of tailored shorts
Speaking of tailored pants, if you’re facing warm weather when you travel, a pair of tailored shorts will do just as well. Long shorts, and jorts, are having quite the moment this season, and a well-cut pair with sophisticated pleats and waistband are both fashion-forward and easy to move around in.
4. A woollen vest or tank top
When you’re travelling, sometimes all you really feel like throwing on is a basic tank top. Why not level it up by opting for a woollen or wool-blend vest or tank instead? A point of difference in any basic tank and trousers combo, as well as a lot more cosy and comfortable, this can be a great option for those wanting a more luxurious look.
5. An oversized plaid jumper
Oversized anything is a travelling godsend, giving you room to move and space to breathe—but a high-quality, vibrant oversized jumper is as stylishly comfortable as it gets. With your travel fits containing mostly neutrals and basics, this is a good way to inject some colour and pattern into your travel look, as well as keeping you warm on the plane.
6. A knitted set
A matching set is an incredibly easy and chic way to make a casual outfit instantly look more intentional and put together—and a knitted one will make you feel like you’re walking around in comfortable pj’s, whilst also looking effortlessly stylish. A win-win.
7. A pair of stylish tracksuit pants
The perennial tracksuit is an airport classic, but in the interest of making your airport lounging fit that much more modish, we suggest going for a more elevated pair based on finer materials and sharper lines.
8. A pair of on-trend sneakers
Comfortable footwear when travelling is a non-negotiable, but that doesn’t have to preclude style. In fact, a pair of cool sneakers is one of the most stylish, and functional, items you can have in your travelling wardrobe and one should never be without them.
9. A simple yet elegant dress
Sometimes all you need when waltzing around the airport is a light, elegant dress. Opt for a piece that drapes and hangs away from the body for comfort, and consider something with subtle embellishments, like a one-shoulder or pleats, for a bit of no-fuss flair. Going for a lighter hue or shade is also going to make this a much more daytime travelling friendly option.
10. A grey mini skirt
Facing some hot weather at the airport, terminal or port? Stay cool with a sleek, refined grey mini skirt. Easy to style and a great basic to have anyway, this kind of mini looks professional and elevated without you even having to try.
11. A linen suit set
Of course, linen is going to be your best, fashionable-friend when you’re on the move. Lightweight and breathable, the practical benefits of travelling in linen are endless. Elevate this fabric choice by opting for a full on suit set, making your fabric choice more refined and elegant.
12. A woollen dress
Nothing says “glamorous high-flyer” than a high-quality wool blend dress. Cosy and chic, this kind of dress provides the best of both a jumper and an elevated dress, and is the perfect way to stay stylish while travelling in cooler weather.
13. A pair of wide leg trousers
As much as a straight leg pair of trousers is in, so is the billowing wide-leg trouser on the other end of the spectrum. Comfortable and voluminous, these kinds of pants provide a soft silhouette, ease of movement and when paired with the right t-shirt and sandals, can look very chic.
14. A tailored blazer
If you thought that a blazer couldn’t make for a good travelling jacket, think again. A good, high-quality, tailored blazer is not only going to feel as smooth as silk, but it’s going to make any basic outfit that much more stylish. With a good blazer in hand, even jeans and a tank can be runway (and airport) worthy.
15. A suit vest
If the weather isn’t lending itself to a full on suit, try a more summery variation by incorporating a suit vest. As easy to wear as a tank top but far more sophisticated, this little top number when paired with tailored pants or shorts is going to look instantly classy.
