Not sure what to wear on a plane to stay healthy and comfortable?
Here’s what a flight attendant picks when she’s not in uniform.
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Itching to travel?
In April 2021, theCDC lifted certain testing and self-quarantine requirementsfor fully vaccinated people traveling domestically.
In turn,more Americans are returning to the skies.
Take it from somebody who knows a thing or two about what to wear on a plane.
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Below, her tips for staying safe and stylish at 30,000 feet.
Despite the rules, she insists comfort comes first.
I always wear a pair of black jeans or jeggingssomething that has some stretch, Eberwein says.
Something neutral, but definitely comfortable, that can pass for real pants.
Luckily, those of us non-flight attendants can get away with aclassic pair of black leggings.
But we dotechnicallyhave our own dress code to abide by.
Dont wear anything with profanity on it or you could get kicked off the flight, she says.
Thats just an easy way to confirm you have an easier time.
But Eberwein advises against it.
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Planes are cold, so I recommend layering up.
If you want to be comfortable mid-flight, trade in that slip dress for a sweatshirt.
TheSomeone Somewhere LifeProof Pullover ($69)is stainandodor-resistant (so no more post-flight smells).
If you want to keep germs from hitching a ride to your hotel, look for anantimicrobial jacket.
Always wear closed-toed shoes
I always tell people dont wear open-toed shoes, Eberwein says.
Instead, a pair of sneakers or slip-on booties will do juuust fine.
But in the age of COVID-19, a face mask is your best friend.
Eberwein has a separate mask she wears when shes in uniform that matches her chic American Airlines neck scarf.
But when shes off the clock, a simple cotton mask does the trick.
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