How to Travel in Style (and Avoid Looking Like a Tourist)

Cool sneakers

The athleisure trend is still going strong, so take full advantage of it while you’re travelling. While you don’t need to bring your fave limited edition ones per se, pick a pair that says comfort and chic. It’ll instantly pull your outfit together.

The denim shirt dress

Not only does it make a no-fuss outfit, the light material is ideal to wear in warm temperatures. It’s also pack-friendly and easy to throw into the wash when you get home.

Inexpensive jewellery

Travelling isn’t the time to bring your bling with you. Instead, pack simple and minimalist pieces that don’t carry sentimental value and work with every outfit (ie. those tattoo chokers you can replace at the dollar store).

A bag with compartments

Upgrade your backpack to something more fashion-forward. Not only will a leather bag with multiple pockets help keeps things organized, it’ll also keep your mind sane.

The jumpsuit

Like the denim dress, jumpsuits are a no-brainer piece when you don’t feel like coordinating an outfit. Whether you go monochromatic or print-heavy (like this floral style), you will always look put together.

A leather baseball hat

The perfect topper for that second (or third)-day hair.

Ugly sandals

Birkenstocks may not be the most chic pair of shoes in your closet, but they are definitely the pair to gravitate to when the itinerary involves touring the city. Rather than the easy T-shirt and shorts combo, work in a statement piece like a crochet skirt or an oversized top (or both) to elevate the look.

A fanny pack

You can’t deny the accessibility a fanny pack provides when out and about in a new city. But instead of packing that polyester waist pack from the ’90s, work a leather style in a bold colour for a fashion-forward look.

A leather jacket

There’s no doubt a leather jacket holds powers to make any basic outfit look cool. If you are tight in the luggage department, bring it on as a carry-on, as airplanes do tend to be a little colder. It’ll also be a good piece to have for those travelling to cities with cooler temperatures in the evening.

Scarf

Before you pass up on packing a few scarves, hear us out. For cities with unpredictable weather or have their AC on 24/7 in department stores, a scarf can help prevent you from catching a cold. It’s also handy to have when you visit religious spaces that frown upon skin-baring outfits (read: all European churches).

Mini crossbody bag

A mini crossbody bag is another travel-friendly option. Not only does it keep your bag in plain sight, it’s perfect for those who want to pair it with everything from their day wear to evening wear.