Subdued solid dark earth tones, and no writing except for the inside care label. So let's call off the Fashion Police Riot Squad, okay?

Your funny Nutella I wasn't meaning to act like the fashion police, sorry if it came across that way.

Well I went to Lucy (LynnieD - Lucy is at the Shops at Mission Viejo and JJill is at Fasion Island and Main Place in Santa Ana.)Lucy had nothing with natural fabric that was lightweight.

Then I went to Nike shop and got some 50% cotton/spandex "fit dry" loose fit drawstring. I like the fit, but I hope they aren't too warm. I actually considered my Juicy navy terry pants but worry they'll be too hot. I thought they'd work for hanging out at night too.

Now I am considering linen. Is that completely INSANE? I have some seriously comfy, soft Pure DKNY linen pants that are like jammies. And they are machine washable....

I have 2 outfits I wear regularly overseas. 1 is from Lucy (Agility) black jacket and pants which I pair with a wrinkle free knit top from Ann Taylor. The second is a pair of khaki colored pants from Royal Robbins, and tops from Ann Taylor. Both have the advantage of being washable in a sink and quick dry. I also picked up Como brand shirts at Steinmart's that are poly-nylon blends, but look like smart white dress shirts. They all look smart, are comfortable and practical at the same time. You can see Lucy's at www.lucy.com.

I am 57, 5'4" 120 lbs, if that sounds average. 'Just got back from a trip to Japan and Korea, and travel a fair amount.

Fashion orientation: comfort is important, but I don't like looking like a slob. I don't like looking like I'm camping out or at a slumber party when I travel.

I have always been most comfortable in dresses, and so wear a knit dress, polo-style dress, or knit wrap (e.g. Diane von Furstenburg, or similar styles from other manufacturers. I've also had good luck with Issye Miyake Pleats Please crinkle fabrics.) Empire and babydoll styles look terrible on me, but you know your own body.

The added value of dresses is that these often look good at my destination (frankly unlike sweats, where most other cultures consider these only slightly above going out in your pajamas.) The weight and style of the dress varies with the seasons. For warmth, a coordinating cardigan or wrap is good, and useful on the trip.

I pack my own socks, although I am often on international flights in business class, where the amenity pack has a pair.

While many women don't like them, I like to wear pantyhose, or perhaps tights in winter. It's the right un-bulky layer that still makes me feel good, looks good, etc.

I like shoes that I can kick off easily, i.e. ballet flats of some kind. This also makes going through security pretty easy, if you are going through a terminal that requires removing shoes.

On a tacky note: wear a pantyliner in your panties. When you feel that you need a fresh pair of panties, take out the liner, and voila. 'Much less of a gymnastic exercise than trying to change in the bathroom on the plane or airport.

For a bra: I really like the Ipex no-underwire style from Victoria's Secret. A sports bra never did it for me, and they usually feel like I'm wearing an old Buick.

Sometimes the outfit changes to a comfortable, floaty, flippy, or knit skirt and knit top.

I love wearing my Chico's Travelers outfits - Usually elastic-waist pants, shell, and jacket. They don't wrinkle and they are appropriate if I need to look decent when I get off of the plane. They also can be washed and hung up in the hotel to dry.

I'm with Chari05 - Chico's has some great-looking, easy-wearing outfits. My favorite for overnight traveling is a 2 pc. hoody longsleeve top with a front pouch - kind of a terrycloth material, but much thicker & not so "bathtowel" looking, with long pants with an elastic waist. I think it is from their sleep collection, but it looks more like a work-out coverup. I wear a short sleeve top underneath, in case it is warm, and Birks (no socks for me - reminds me too much of "old people&quot, which triple as slippers and beach shoes. Their Travel Collection is also comfortable & resists wrinkling, and is more versatile. I am not comfortable in anything that clings like yoga pants or cycling pants. I'm also in my mid-50's, but a little heavy.

This is kind of off topic but one thing I find invaluable on transatlantic flights is Caudalie's Beauty Elixer mist. It's a fine mist of essential oils and it smells amazing, kind of herbal-lavendar scent. It has just the tiniest touch of essential oil so that it keeps your face very hydrated during the flight and depuffs the eyes (I dont put makeup on until shortly before landing). I spray it on every hour or two that I'm awake and that does the trick. The bottle is very small, so it passes TSA rules for being under 3 ounces. The mist is very fine, so even though it may appear to be expensive for such a small bottle, it lasts a very, very long time.

http://www.caudalie-usa.com/site/pag...Elixir_Lg.html

No worries, Giulia! I should have known when I typed Juicy track suit and hit send, that it should have been an asbestos "flame"-retardant track suit

Ahhhhhaaaaahh haaaa haaaaa!!!! Good one!!!

Isn't it sad that we have to worry we'll be flamed for eveyrthing we say? At least Logos999 wont get on this thread since it's for the "women". I think he lives on this board to attack everyone! LOL

Microfiber is the answer. Stretchy, never wrinkles, not clingy. I were comfortable dress slacks and a nice top. They are as comfortable as pajamas but look very stylish and polished even after many hours on a plane. Better to arrive at your destination looking ready for a nice restaurant or museum rather than a yoga class or work-out.

I'm 60 and my husband and I travel a lot. I always dress the way I would for a business meeting--usually dark slacks (depending on time of year), white blouse or turtleneck sweater, and a sportcoat or jacket of some kind, and I always wear a pair of comfortable heels (yes, I know many of you think I'm crazy, but they're perfectly comfortable if you wear the right ones). Besides, you get treated much better by airline personnel when you don't look shabby, and if there is a complimentary upgrade to be had, you're more likely to get it if you're dressed well. Being well dressed is simply not uncomfortable.

Sabasmurf: Interesting point you brought up about being dressed well and getting upgrades, different treatment, etc. My cousin works for the airlines, as employees they can fly first class to europe on standby for only $100 if you can imagine, however, their company policy is that they must be dressed appropriately for first class meaning no jeans, no sneakers, and no sweats. Business casual required for both men and women. My husband and I have been blessed with business/first class mileage seats for the last 7 overseas trips and there is no one in that cabin who isn't dressed well. In fact, the first time we flew business to Europe we both wore regular jeans and t-shirts, and although we looked well groomed enough, or so I thought, we must not have passed muster because the flight attendants just had that look like "Hrrmmmph, must be mileage tickets!". I swear we didn't look disheveled or anything but they did treat us differently even though we were in Business class! Maybe I looked too excited when the basket of hot rolls came around, who knows. So I never did that again and switched to the dark chambray trousers (still jeans in my book, but look classier) and fitted sweater, all in dark colors, all conservative and polished! What a huge difference in treatment the next time we flew business. Never had a sideways glance since upgrading the travel digs. I guess that's why they call it business class, it's filled with business people, in business clothese! It kind of made me mad, but what can you do?

I've flown business class several times and always found a mix of people in business attire and comfy clothes.

I've also flown (coach and business) wearing business attire and comfy clothes - always been treated the same.

Regarding being presentable enough after a long flight to go out to dinner or a museum - who cares? After a long flight the first place I am usually going is to a hotel to take a shower.

Also try travelsmith.com for a good travel selection.

I personally like my Chico store, they have a nice line of travel clothes.
Two years ago I bough a velvet pants suit with elastic waist and zip up jacket and have worn it on several trips over the pond. It didn't wrinkle or bag.

Find what works for you and your build. My pants suit was so comfortable yet very classy looking.

I also have some linen pants I wear on overnight flights sometimes. They are from Eddie Bauer and I love them. Yes, they wrinkle, but they are supposed to -- it's linen.

By the way, my husband and I fly business or first class at least once a year on overnight flights and virtually no one wears "business" attire on these flights (other than the flight attendants). On shorter domestic flights during the daytime, yes, but on long-haul overnight flights, no. Sometimes someone may board the plane in a suit but they invariably change into something comfier for sleeping. Some airlines even give you jammies to wear in first.

Lands End has stores. They have outlet stores too.
http://www.landsend.com/customerserv...tor/index.html

On the plane, I wear Birkenstocks with low pressure elastic socks - brand name Jansen because they are so comfortable and helps save swollen feet and blood clots. Okay, I am old but comfy. The Birks are great for changing off with Ecco shoes when walking all day. I have been wearing Birks for 30 some years and wouldn't trade them for anything. I don't have knee replacements or problems and I owe it to wearing Birks.

I have an Anne Klein, black, shorter length dressy raincoat and it goes on every trip with me. I can be dressed up with the coat on because it covers whatever I am wearing. Makes a good blanket on the plane too.

I guess I just don't know what I'm talking about.

I agree with Lisa and November Moon - I frequently fly longhauls in business or first class and have noticed no difference in treatment of passengers based on dress, and I tend to be on the younger side of passengers in that cabin (31). If you act like you belong somewhere, that's how you'll be treated, regardless of dress. I would say my typical outfit on longhaul flights (described above) is comfortable business casual - I could wear it to work, but it's definitely not a suit - but I have seen just about everything. I know some very wealthy people who could give a flying fig about the way they are dressed and are as likely as not to take their seat in first class in shorts and a ripped t-shirt.

Also, the "free upgrades go to people who are wearing suits" is a myth - complimentary upgrades given when the coach cabin is overbooked go to (1) elite members of that airline's FF club, in order of status, or (2) whoever steps up to the gate late in boarding and at the moment the doors are about to close.

Agreed: few people in business or first class on overnight flights actually wear business attire. However, many men might have a jacket on, rather than pack it, for their needs at the destination. Most flights offer to hang up the jacket somewhere.

But believe it: many factors go into choosing who gets the upgrade, but dressing appropriately (i.e. at least something that looks like business casual) is one thing that gets considered.