Best Products Style Shopping How to Build a Stylish Yet Functional Travel Wardrobe Including layerable sweaters, wrinkle-resistant pants, comfy shoes, and more. By Madeline Diamond Madeline Diamond Twitter Madeline Diamond is an Associate Commerce Editor for Travel + Leisure, where she covers news and deals about travel products, such as luggage, fashion, and tech. Originally from California, she now lives in Brooklyn and can often be found in her favorite park with a cappuccino in hand. She brings her lifelong love of travel to her role, especially when it comes to researching and reviewing the best travel products on the market.Madeline Diamond has been with Travel + Leisure since 2019, where she started as an Associate Digital Editor, then joined the commerce team in 2021.In addition to her work on the commerce team, she also frequently writes features, profiles, and trend pieces about the culture of travel.Madeline has also been published in Apartment Therapy, The Huffington Post, and Business Insider.Madeline attended Bucknell University, where she studied creative writing and American history. She was on staff of The Bucknellian student newspaper all four years and was named editor-in-chief during her junior year. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines Published on January 5, 2022 Share Tweet Pin Email We independently research, test, review, and recommend the best products—learn more about our process. If you buy something through our links, we may earn a commission. Photo: Courtesy of Retailers as Credited When you're traveling, whether that's on a multi-state road trip or a transatlantic flight, comfort is an obvious must, although feeling cozy doesn't mean you have to compromise on style. With the right combination of basics and statement pieces, you can easily build a travel wardrobe that will take you from the tarmac to your destination's hottest cocktail bar, no outfit change required. Related: Flight Attendants Reveal What You Should Wear If You're Looking for a First Class Upgrade (Video) The key to a good travel wardrobe is versatility. Opt for layerable tops and sweaters, staple jackets that you can dress up or down, stylish yet comfortable shoes you can walk in for hours, and scarves you can wear multiple ways. As far as fabrics go, you can never go wrong with cotton, cashmere, and other breathable blends, as well as performance fabrics, such as the Warpstreme material from Lululemon, which offers a sleek look and resists wrinkles. Keep reading for some of our favorite comfy, functional pieces to add to your travel wardrobe. Versatile Travel Wrap: Quince Mongolian Cashmere Wrap Courtesy of Quince Whether you use it as a blanket on the plane or a scarf once you've reached your destination, you won't regret adding a soft cashmere travel wrap to your travel wardrobe. We love this pick from Quince, which measures 86 inches by 25.5 inches and can be worn multiple ways. To buy: onequince.com, $100 Wrinkle-resistant Pants: Lululemon Warpstreme High-rise Joggers Courtesy of Lululemon If you're looking for a pair of pants that are as comfortable as your favorite sweatpants while still offering a polished look, these joggers from Lululemon are the way to go. They're made from the brand's Warpstreme fabric, which is stretchy, quick-drying, breathable, wrinkle-resistant, and retains its shape after all-day wear. To buy: lululemon.com, from $79 (originally $128) Layerable Top: Everlane Pima Micro-rib Turtleneck Courtesy of Everlane No matter the time of year, layering is key to staying comfortable while traveling, whether you're boarding a long flight or going in and out of air-conditioned museums all day. Everlane offers a variety of soft cotton t-shirts, tanks, and other tops that you can wear with just about anything, including this ribbed turtleneck that comes in seven colors. To buy: everlane.com, $40 Statement-making Sweater: La Ligne Stripe Half Zip Merino Wool Sweater Courtesy of Nordstrom A bold sweater is another year-round essential since you can throw it on over any outfit to add a little warmth. In the winter, opt for cashmere or merino wool, like this half-zip option from La Ligne. For the warmer months, go for cotton or a lightweight cashmere knit that will offer just enough coverage while remaining easily packable. To buy: nordstrom.com, $295 Wardrobe Staple Jacket: Marc New York Elongated Leather Jacket Courtesy of Nordstrom A leather jacket is a timeless piece that you can wear with just about anything, so it's a must-have for both travel and everyday wear. This pick from Marc New York has a bit of a longer cut, so it's easy to layer with, allowing you to build endless outfit combinations. To buy: nordstrom.com, $300 (originally $425) Airport-friendly Slip-on Shoes: Birdies The Starling Flats Courtesy of Birdies Slip-on shoes will help you navigate the airport with ease, especially when they provide plenty of cushioned support like this pair from Birdies. These flats are available in 17 colors and patterns, so you'll be sure to find at least one that fits your travel style. To buy: birdies.com, $130 Walkable, Weather-resistant Boots: Blondo Hallie Booties Courtesy of Nordstrom If you're headed to a cold-weather destination, opt for a pair of slip-on, weather-resistant boots. This pair from Blondo can easily be dressed up or down since they're made from sleek black leather, while a fabric panel makes the boots comfortable to take on and off. To buy: nordstrom.com, $150 Carry-all Tote: Away The Longitude Tote Courtesy of Away A stylish and also functional carry-on bag can be hard to find, although this tote from Away does it all. It's made from supple leather and comes with a 13-inch laptop pocket, a detachable zippered pouch, and a removable luggage strap that allows you to secure the bag on top of a rolling suitcase. To buy: awaytravel.com, $195 Love a great deal? Sign up for our T+L Recommends newsletter, and we'll send you our favorite travel products each week. Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit