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With flight cancellations, long TSA lines, and schlepping luggage, you may not feel chic throughout it all, but your travel look can still be. As peak summer travel is here and some of the busiest travel months still ahead, we drew inspiration from a few of our favorite celebrities to bring you the best travel outfits for women, making your next excursion all the more stylish. Comfort is often top of mind, but that doesn’t mean you have to settle for just sweatsuits or leggings.
Margot Robbie displayed how to wear a simple white T-shirt and baggy jeans in flight, adding comfortable ballet flats and a stylish flap bag—a cool spin on a relaxed travel outfit that still feels put together. Alternatively, Daisy Edgar-Jones went for something polished, wearing a cotton sundress and cashmere wrap as an alternative to matching sets, while supermodel Barbara Palvin sported a trench coat, striped button-down shirt, wide-leg trousers, and sneakers—demonstrating the many directions one can take to fit your own personal style. Ahead, shop the 15 best travel outfits for women that will ensure your journey is just as good as those vacation looks you packed.
Nothing edges out a white T-shirt and blue jeans, the American style staples that just keep giving. Channel the ease of Margot Robbie’s airport outfit with this similar combination, accessorizing with comfortable ballet flats and a stylish flap bag for added flair. A clean leather belt and tortoise sunglasses are all you need to ace this look.
As Daisy Edgar-Jones proves, you don’t always have to rely on leggings as your tried-and-true airport look; instead, try elevating with a sundress during the summer months or for warmer climates. Styled with a cashmere wrap, high-vamp ballet flats, and a hefty, double-handle tote bag, you’ll look incredibly polished while disembarking. Sometimes capsule wardrobe essentials are all you need.
Supermodel Barbara Palvin paired a khaki trench coat with a striped button-down shirt, wide-leg trousers, and sneakers for effortless balance. From curbside to the arrivals gate, you’ll be comfortable throughout the duration of your trip, while looking pulled together even after a red-eye. As a seasoned globe-trotter, Julianne Moore is constantly moving from one city to another and certainly knows how to look pulled together while doing so.
Take notes from her minimalist look with a French twist. Layer a black suit with a striped Breton top, both easy foundation pieces you’re sure to wear throughout any journey; from there, keep accessories classic with optic white shoes and an oversized shopper. The Canadian tuxedo works just as well on the street as it does for in-flight service.
Take inspiration from Isabelle Huppert’s chic attire, styling a denim button-down shirt with coordinating bootcut jeans (and a tonal handbag). The actress broke up all the blue with a khaki car coat and white sneakers—clean finishes with plenty of jet-set appeal. Whether you’re traveling by plane, train, or bus, let Kendall Jenner’s smart travel fit be your guide when en route to a warm-weather climate.
Pair a halter top and capri pants with a pair of jelly sandals for a trend-forward approach to travel style, then stow away a cardigan for extra warmth when needed. Frequent fliers take note: Invest in a leather weekender bag (especially one from the Row) that will last a lifetime. It’s one luggage piece that will only get better with time.
When you’re looking to travel with a little more style, look to Katie Holmes for inspiration. By using a trench coat as her focal piece, she creates an effortless travel look by layering a silk button-up shirt over a tank and pairing it with slinky trousers, pointy ballet flats, and a pendant necklace. It’s polished, comfortable, and perfect for your next getaway.
Great travel looks don’t need to be overcomplicated. Amanda Seyfried’s outfit combination is smart and easy to replicate. Start with a soft black tailored jacket and layer it with a fitted turtleneck and relaxed flared jeans.
An investment travel bag (hers is from Bottega Veneta) and a versatile flat shoe complete the jet-set-ready look. If you want to look sleek and polished upon touchdown, try this ladylike combination, as seen on Emma Watson. A knit jacket layered on top of a floral dress, means you can go straight to sightseeing once you disembark from that red-eye flight (and before your hotel room is ready for check-in).
Styling the look with ballet heels is just as smart as opting for other travel-friendly accessories, such as her Ray-Ban Wayfarers and a roomy leather bag. Lean on the best basics for your travel attire. Miley Cyrus demonstrates that even a T-shirt and relaxed jeans can look great while on the move.
Style them with a classic trench coat (we love how she opted for green here rather than traditional khaki), then add a pair of Tabi ballet flats and a generously-sized tote bag that can fit your laptop, travel-size beauty products, and more. Coordinating aviator shades add an edgy final touch. When Alexa Chung steps out, we take notice.
Here, she puts her signature spin on all the travel classics while traveling in Côte d’Azur. A khaki trench coat, a lace-trimmed camisole, and straight-leg white jeans is all you need. By adding oversized black sunnies, leather slip-on shoes, and the iconic Boat and Tote bag by L.
L. Bean, she brings a laid-back, cool sensibility to airport fashion. If you want to get some shut-eye during an international flight, go for pure comfort.
Loungewear can still look stylish if you choose a matching knit set in cashmere, as Rachel Brosnahan does. When worn with (or without) your favorite overcoat, white sneakers, and a classic ball cap, it’s a low-effort look with maximum impact. Bella Hadid proves a striped sweater can be your hero travel piece, from the Uber to curbside check-in.
Wear yours with a relaxed pair of dark denim, cinched with a suede belt, then accessorized with Gucci loafers. A structured tote bag is a no-fail personal item, ensuring all your key essentials are within easy reach. The croc-effect leather on this DeMellier tote adds an extra-luxe feel.
Priyanka Chopra displays how simplicity and monochrome dressing can be a winning outfit formula. Her straightforward tank top and loose wide-leg trousers demonstrate how comfort can be a priority without sacrificing style. Don’t forget to bring a long cashmere cardigan to ward off in-flight chills and an oversized travel tote bag to complete the look.
For seasoned travelers, layering is second nature. Elizabeth Olsen’s airport look is a master class for beginners. All you need is a tailored jacket, jeans, and slip-on boots for an easy outfit formula.
These are all pieces you can wear over and over, style in a multitude of ways, and even upon arriving at your destination. The pièce de résistance, however, is the bold orange luggage. For more than 150 years, Harper’s Bazaar has been the preeminent fashion, beauty, and lifestyle resource for women at every age.
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