The Travel Style Edit
Sun 21 Sep 2025
The Travel Style Edit
A style guide to holiday looks that are practical and stylish; including the best travel looks that aren’t just sweats and accessories that elevate a basic outfit. Whether you’re headed to the Amalfi Coast or just a lovely UK staycation, one question looms:What do I pack that’s both stylish and functional?
I’ve put together a go-to guide for curating travel outfits that look good and are comfortable enough for real life. No wardrobe meltdowns, overstuffed suitcases, or outfit regrets necessary.
1. The elevated airport / travel look
Aim: to look chic but still feel cosy
What to wear:
An oversized blazer over a fitted tank
Wide-leg trousers or soft tailored joggers
Smart leather sliders or a comfy pair of trainers
Canvas or raffia beach bag to carry all the essentials
Top Tip: Layer up! Planes can swing from sauna to arctic in seconds. A light scarf also doubles as a pillow.
* These wide leg trousers by Object from Iris & Violet are perfect for travelling and then wearing again with a swimsuit as a bodysuit and block heels for an evening look.
2. Poolside / beach chic
Aim: Maximise swimwear with minimal effort.
What to wear:
One standout swimsuit (go bold with colour or cut-outs if you feel confident)
Sheer button-down or linen shirt as a cover-up, for that effortless beach to bar look
Wide-brim straw hat
Sliders that you wouldn’t mind wearing to a restaurant
Raffia beach bag for texture
Top Tip: Pack a bikini and a couple of one-pieces. One for sunning, one that doubles as a bodysuit with shorts or a skirt for an easy evening look.
(swimwear outfit image)
3. Day-tripping essentials
Aim: To be comfy enough for exploring and stylish enough to give you confidence.
What to wear:
Top Tip: Choose light colours to stay cool and hide sweat marks (yes, we all get them!).
(Jumpsuit outfit image)
4. Dinner & drinks mode
Aim: To look effortless and glam.
What to wear:
(Blue dress outfit image)
Top Tip: Wrinkle-free fabrics are your best friend. And yes, a little travel steamer is worth the suitcase space.
5. The finishing touches
These are the small, packable details that pull outfits together:
Silk scarf (for hair, bag, neck—whatever you fancy to harmonise with your style)
Jewellery; a fab stack of necklaces, bracelets and earrings
Sunglasses
Your signature scent in rollerball form
Final packing notes:
Plan in outfits, not pieces
Stick to one colour palette to mix and match easily
Always pack a "wild card" look—the piece you love but weren’t sure about. It usually becomes your favourite!
Travelling is all about finding joy in the journey and looking good doing it. Whether you're hopping on a plane or just playing tourist in your own city, remember you don’t need a new wardrobe to look amazing. You just need the right pieces and the confidence to wear them.
*As seen in Velvet magazine*
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