#travel-style

#travel-style

But unlike Emily in Parisor Sex and the City, you won't see women parading Paris' stylish streets in stilettos and multi-tiered gowns. Fashion in Europe has always been about the "less is more" mentality. I quickly realized I packed entirely wrong on my first trip to Paris when I couldn't wear a single dress without standing out. We all want to try to look (and travel) like a local, so dressing the part is the first step.

In the increasing chaos of air travel, it pays to stand out from the sea of pajama pants and hoodies. Not because of any traditionalist grumblings about propriety, mind you, but as a reminder that jet-setting across the country or the globe is still more of a privilege than a chore. Dressing up a little is one way to embrace that attitude.

Take it from someone who lives in New York City and tries to avoid jeans at all costs: you can absolutely wear track pants outside of the locker room. And why wouldn't you want to? With their flowy, wide legs and elastic waistbands, they're undeniably comfortable. Still, styling them for the right occasion can be tricky-but with the right accessories, you can sport them just about anywhere.