3 Stylish Ways to Get Away With Flying in Your Pajamas

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Dressing comfortably during your travels is key. Between the ever-shrinking airplane seat and the and stress of unpredictable delays and changes, there’s nothing worse than feeling restricted by your clothes during long days on the move. Fortunately, pajama dressing is still very much on trend.

Whether you’re styling an oversized cotton blouse over a pair of forgiving drawstring PJ pants, wearing a full-on silk PJ set with loafers, or merely pairing a cozy robe with your usual plane outfit, the styling possibilities for pajama dressing are endless.

Below, we show you three ways to wear PJs during your travels and still look chic.

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How to Style a Silk Pajama Set

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Max Mara cardigan, net-a-porter.com, $1,190
Olivia Von Halle PJ set, oliviavonhalle.com, $480
Slip eye mask, nordstrom.com, $50
Wandler belt bag, net-a-porter.com, $595
Globe Trotter suitcase, net-a-porter.com, $2,480
Byredo hand cream, net-a-porter.com, $40
Sam Edelman loafer, zappos.com, $120

With celebrities like Gwyneth Paltrow, the Kardashians, and Gigi Hadid owning the look, a full silk PJ set in public has gone surprisingly mainstream. Luxury brands like Olivia von Halle are making sets that look appropriate both in and out of the bedroom. So to opt for optimal comfort, style an OVH set with a cardigan and your best accessories.

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How to Style a Robe

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Fleur du Mal robe, net-a-porter.com, $495
Gap jeans, gap.com, $70
Madewell T-shirt, madewell.com, $20
Balenciaga sneakers, net-a-porter.com, $895
Bang & Olufsen headphones, net-a-porter.com, $400
Tumi suitcase, tumi.com, $995

Wear a sleek, belted robe atop your usual plane go-to for a more laid-back pajama look. The robe will provide you ease and flexibility as you navigate through crowded security lines, airplane aisles, and the like.

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How to Style PJ Pants

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Cuyana Poplin Boyfriend Shirt, cuyana.com, $145
Ganni silk pants, net-a-porter.com, $210 (originally $350)
Nanushka belt bag, net-a-porter.com, $385
Gorjana earrings, shopbop.com, $65
Away The Bigger Carry-on, awaytravel.com, $245
The Case Factory passport cover, net-a-porter.com, $160
Prada shoes, net-a-porter.com, $790

They key to styling PJ pants is choosing a print that makes them feel more like a stylish trouser. Throw on an oversized blouse or sweater and you’ll look as put together as you’ll feel comfortable.

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