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Let your style take off.
The airport is a weird place. Adding to the masses of people trying to win over each other to get to their destination, there’s no real dress code to abide by. While decades past saw people wearing everything from suits to pumps to travel, these days it’s more about what sweatpants can best help us sleep during an eight-hour flight.
But the sartorially-minded still want to carry a sense of style at the airport because, let’s face it, traveling (even in the economy cabin) can still be chic. And while no one really cares what we wear to pass security, if you want to nail the ideal airport outfit, celebrities are often the best source of inspiration. After all, people do care about what they wear to travel.
Names like Victoria Beckham and Katie Holmes have nailed the perfect balance of high and low airport dressing. So, if you’re looking to add a touch of style to the ruthless sport that’s the airport check-in process, look no further than the list below.
Zoe Saldana
The Emilia Perez actress showed that the classic loafers and jeans combo is just as comfortable to wear at the airport. For an added stylish touch, add a wool cap that will elevate the otherwise relaxed outfit.
Elle Fanning
Who says you can’t wear a suit to travel? They did it in the olden days, so why not in 2025? Elle Fanning’s monochrome suit look shows just how to do it: pair it with a white T-shirt and some glove ballet flats for a minimalist take on the corporate uniform.
Katie Holmes
The denim-on-denim outfit formula is a tried-and-true uniform for any type of outing. And Katie Holmes proves the airport is an appropriate setting for this combo as well. Just make sure to bring your chic and oversized cargo totes bags.
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Emily Ratajkowski
The Office Siren trend has made the dreaded black workwear pant an official must-have for 2024 and 2025. And Emily Ratajkowski shows that, when it comes to travel, sometimes a little business casual is all you need.
Rihanna
Listen—sweatpants are an elite airport staple. But if you want to take them to the next level, add an oversized denim shirt to wrap you in throughout the flight like a blanket. Rihanna's take on this combo is a foolproof formula to follow.
Alexa Chung
There’s no denying that the airport is a place where comfort should be prioritized above all else. But if you’re looking to wear a buttoned-up airport-approved outfit, look no further than Alexa Chung’s blazer-and-jeans combo.
Kim Kardashian
The iconic Princess Diana bike shorts outfit formula is an evergreen combo. And Kim Kardashian proves it can also be worn to the airport. Just switch the bomber jacket for an oversized T-shirt and grab your favorite large tote bag for a business on-the-go look.
Victoria Beckham
A black turtleneck-and-pants combo is always a chic option on those “Not sure what to wear” days. And the airport is no exception, whether worn with heeled booties, like Beckham’s, ballet flats, or white sneakers.