If You Travel at Least 3 Times a Year, You Need These Wardrobe Basics

Even if you're not finding yourself at the airport every month, between holidays, work trips, and vacations, most of us travel at least three times a year. And that's enough times to warrant a need for an arsenal of travel wardrobe basics, which is exactly what we're here to help you build. The added bonus of investing in a travel-friendly collection of basics is that while these pieces will save you time and effort when packing for countless trips to come, you'll also wear them on repeat for everyday life.
So how did we settle on the 16 basics we highlighted below? It really comes down to smart packing. You want to focus on versatile pieces that can be worn together and that don't easily wrinkle or take up a lot of room in your suitcase. Additionally, you want to pack stylish accessories that will be useful no matter your destination (e.g., walkable heels, timeless sunglasses, and the luggage to put everything in). So without further ado, shop the travel wardrobe basics that will make your life easier for the trip-filled years to come.
Proper Luggage
Slip-On Sneakers
Trench Coat
Timeless Sunglasses
Tees:
Stretch Jeans
Travel Set
Lace Dress
Crossbody Bag
It can be tempting to bring your new ring-handle bag, but do yourself a favor and stick to a crossbody (so that your hands will be free for Instagramming).
Day-to-Night Top
Denim Jacket
As you know, denim jackets are a great layering piece when it's cold, and they are also essential for combatting chilly night air during the warmer months. Plus, it won't take up a lot of space in your suitcase.Available in sizes 1X to 3X.
Hoodie
If you like napping on flights, take our advice and wear a hoodie to pull over your head. It'll help you avoid both disturbances and resting your head directly on the dirty seat.Available in sizes XS to XL.
Walkable Heels
Denim Shorts
For warm-weather vacations, you'll want to pack a couple pairs of shorts, and we recommend high-waisted, mid-length ones such as these.Available in sizes 23 to 32.
Watch
Sturdy Swimsuit
You probably have the urge to go trade in those airline miles right about now. We're right there with you.
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Allyson is a senior editor forBest Knockoff Luxury Clothing . She joined the company in 2014 as co-founder Katherine Power's executive assistant and over the years has written hundreds of stories forBest Knockoff Luxury Clothing . Prior to her career in fashion, Allyson worked in the entertainment industry at companies such as Sony Pictures Television. Allyson is now based in Raleigh, North Carolina, and is originally from Baton Rouge, Louisiana. She holds a BFA in theater arts. Her path to fashion may not have been linear, but based on the number of fashion magazines she collected as a child and young adult, it was meant to be.
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