In a few weeks I’m going to be boarding a few planes and facing a very long flight to Italy. I’m so totally over the moon ecstatic for this trip because it marks the next big adventure in my family’s life. I’m such a dork I’ve been giving my travel day wardrobe some serious thought.
My first instinct was to go with leggings. I wear them almost every day under dresses, tunics, or over-sized mens t-shirts and button downs etc. I prefer leggings over yoga pants or sweats because a Mom can look totally chic and still be comfortable when dressed in leggings and a tunic all year round. I’m facing a long travel day that includes a commercial flight and a military rotator. That means I could be in for a serious wait in airports as well as the 13 or so hour (give or take) flight schedule. I needed a fabric that would hold up to so many hours of wear as I do not like the “slept in” look. Enter this gorgeous Cynthina Rowley dress. In my favorite color – gray! It’s got this amazing detail on the arms; they’re buttoned and one can spy just a hint of flesh-enough to make it edgy but still be classy. I first spied it a few weeks ago at TJ Maxx but didn’t want to fork over the cash because I’m thrifty like that. Today the fashion gods smiled on me because this lovely little girl was on clearance for $20! Halleluiah! I’m paring it with black leggings, Steve Madden Troopa boots and a grey vintage leather jacket. I’ll accessorize with a JCrew crystal necklace and silver bracelet. I’m sure this will become one of my favorite outfits to wear as the weather in Italy is still quite chilly and judging by weather records will remain so (by Miami standards) for some time.
2/15/13
So I’ve totally changed my mind. Found a slouchy oversize CK sweater that had me at slouchy and I decided to return the dress -mostly because I already have a grey dress w/ similar lines and knew I’d use the sweater way more. Potential outfit is in the works. xo
I’m so excited for you and love the outfits!
OoOOOOooooo, that is lovely!
So cute! I love boots and leggings — my favorite go too comfy outfit!
I love your outfit!! I am kind of obsessed with skinny jeans and I haven’t made the leap to leggings yet…I might just now!
Great idea for traveling wardrobe. I will be traveling to China later this year and I will definitely remember your look here! Good luck!
You will look beautiful. I can’t wait to hear about Italy!
Arriving in Italy in grand style!
I really need to invest in some tunics- I have leggings but nothing to wear them with. Oops.
Oooh swanky! I like it
You’re going to look fabulous on your flight!
I can’t wait to hear about your trip and how you settle in once you get to Italy!
sounds like a great travel outfit!
Have a wonderful time and in your fabulous outfit!
Love the dress, you will be traveling to Italy fashionably.
Something comfortable is a must. I usually fly in my jeans because they take up the most space in my suitcase and I need as much room as possible!
I would totally do yoga pants and a hoodie, but your outfit is adorable!
I’d probably be in sweats too lol but I love what you picked out! Have a safe flight, I’m jealous!
That dress is beautiful and paired with the leggings and boots you will be comfy and stylish at the same time.
Leggings sound comfy for a long flight,
Wow, your travel wardrobe puts mine to shame.
yeah I’d totally be in sweats the whole time, lol. But that’s awesome you scored a deal at TJ Maxx. I never seen to find anything there
That messenger bag is CUTE!