Flying Style (what i wear to the airport)

Being in an airport excites me. Whether I’m on my way somewhere new or going back home, airports give me that giddy feeling. It’s summer and that means that a lot of us are traveling. Airport style has become so prominent these days; I decided to tackle it with my own personal twist. Also, thanks to the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale, I will be using sharing some great picks, I think go great when we are catching our next flight.

Airports tend to be cold. I am the kind of person who get’s cold real quick, so you know I’m going to have a sweater on me.

 

This Cozychic Lite Coastal Hooded Cardigan is to die for. It’s the perfect length to get all cozied up on an airplane. Plus, it’s hooded and so so soft! The color is lovely as well. If you’re looking for a sweater-type deal, then this Ribbed Wool & Cashmere Sweater by VINCE is perfect! It is extremely soft and is bound to keep you warm. Looks like I’m staying in the same brown color scheme. What a great color!

Just like sweaters, I tend to reach for tops that are flowy and soft when I’m picking out what to wear for a flight. Something like this Adidas tank top would be perfect to layer under that cardigan, plus, if you get too warm, the tank will help you breathe better and keep you cool! How cute is think tank y’all?!

 

If I’m on a long flight my body will automatically turn to leggings. The stretchy comfy fit, almost makes leggings a necessity on long-haul flights. For those shorter flights, jeans are my best friend. Jeans can be comfy and look nice! They can automatically change an outfit:

I am loving the hem on these Rag & Bone High Waist Skinny Ankle Jeans! The blue color is just right – not too dark, not too light.  They hit just on the ankle which is what I’m loving for jeans right now. Black jeans are another way to make an outfit. These Le High Skinny Step Hem Jeans by Frame definitely play up the ordinary black pant. I mean check out that hem. I think we’re seeing another pattern here!

In today’s world, you can find sneakers that are both comfy and stylish. Take these Nike Juvenate SE Sneakers, for example. Their black and white tint makes them the ideal athleisure shoe. They are gorgeous! Another easy slip-on alternative are booties. These Paivley Booties go great with jeans and their black color will guarantee a match with anything. Perfect for slipping on and off when going through security.

I guarantee you I am that girl at the airport who’s carrying either a giant backpack or a giant tote. With all the stuff I take with me, I love having a huge bag to carry everything with. When I saw this Madewell Paint Stripe Transport Leather Tote, I was sold! The sale price was a huge perk as well. The classic Madewell tote has been redone with a daring stripe right on the bag. You’ll definitely be able to get your black and brown wear out of this one!

Getting this post together makes me realize how much traveling excites me. While I do not have anything planned in the near future –sigh– I am always on the prowl for flights, trains, cars, and anything in-between. I hope this was able to help in anyway!

Alright friends, let me know if y’all are off anywhere. I’d love to hear about it!

#Trashwalker

Sunday morning was like no other. I woke up, opened up my laptop, and made my way to the number of emails that were just waiting for me to open them. I saw one particular email from Yahoo with the subject line “‘Norts’ and a T-Shirt is the ‘Trashiest’ and Most Popular Look of the Summer“. Now naturally, I clicked.

If you don’t know, I am from Texas. I went to university in Texas, most of my family lives in Texas, I grew up and still live in Texas. University life in the Lone Star State is different to say the least. Football is everything and when it comes to dressing for class, comfort definitely triumphs over style. Walk onto my alma mater’s grounds and you’ll see that 99% of female students are wearing what has been known as Norts and an oversized t-shirt. Norts is basically a combination of the words nike shorts.

 

During winter months, this look is usually changed up by adding leggings to the mix.

What attracted me to the article was the title; what made me stay was the content. The article identified different individuals who were bashing the look saying the look was “unattractive, trashy, the ugliest outfit a girl could wear”.

The article also posted a rant made by a very angry man who was upset about girls in “the fanciest areas of Dallas” dressing like this, saying this attire “is something you would wear to take out the trash”. Thus, the hashtag trashwalkers was created.

The backlash was excellent! There were so many girls defending the style. In the summer months, Texas can get as high as 110+ degrees. This style is not only comfy but it is practical. I also think it is a bit sad that women still have to defend what they are wearing.

The point of this post is this. We are never going to please everyone. We should also stop being preoccupied with what others are wearing especially if not’s hurting you. If it really bothers you, then one, I invite you to try it and if you still hate it then at least you can say tried.

I still love trendy pieces and I like picking out cute outfits, but on those 100+ days you know I’ll still be resorting to my comfy tees and shorts. To all my fellow #trashwalkers out there, keep doing you! I’ll continue wearing athletic shorts/leggings and oversized t-shirts as long as it keeps me cool and comfy!