Have you ever been so uncomfortable on a plane that you couldn't wait for your feet to touch the ground? Or regretted wearing those tight jeans that looked so good in your bedroom mirror but now feel like a vise grip around your waist. Or those stylish ankle boots that are now a claustrophobic prison for your swelling feet.

At Breeth, we're all about comfort and believe thoughtful clothing choices can transform any travel experience from ordeal to adventure.

Air travel comes with its challenges. Stressing to be on time. Check-in’s. Security screening. Feeling hot but then a blast of cold air hits you at the gate. Cramped onboard seats and flight delays are still an air travel fact of life. The key to navigating this ever-changing landscape? Layers, breathability, and smart fabric choices.

A pulled-together look in neutral colours goes miles in style points no matter how casual the clothes are. First slide into your cotton leggings add a flattering tee and a boatneck sweater or even a stylish hoodie. Finish your look off with easy slip-on shoes like sneakers or the new stylish Crocs selection (I’m yet to find a more comfortable shoe!)

On this point, make sure to get your hands on a pair of Breeth socks that are moisture-wicking and quick-dry, meaning no stinky feet!  (These are a lifesaver, believe me).

Skip anything that is stiff, structured, too bare or complicated like skinny jeans, tank tops, booties, mules, sandals, or rigid underwire bras. 

Not only do jeans and tight clothing affect mobility and comfort, they can also put your health at risk. As the air pressure increases in the cabin, you're likely to experience a unique form of bloating known as “jet belly.” Peter Hackett, M.D. explains that gas in the intestines will expand about 30% with a cabin altitude of approximately 2000 meters.

In addition to “jet belly” tight clothing can cause greater health issues, such as slowed blood circulation and even blood clots. For this reason, it is best to avoid any form of jeans or tight clothing that restricts your abdomen and instead opt for our Breeth leggings that have a waistband that moves with you.

Skip the obvious comfort culprits.

Tight jeans, rigid underwire bras, and anything stiff or structured. Those trendy jumpsuits might seem like a smart choice until you're contorting yourself in a tiny airplane bathroom. And while flowing dresses might feel comfortable on the ground, they become surprisingly restrictive in cramped cabin spaces.

Synthetic clothing is a hard NO!

Perhaps most crucial is the choice of fabric. Synthetic materials, despite their popularity, pose a genuine safety concern. Beyond draining your energy and trapping heat, these petroleum-based fibers are highly flammable—a sobering fact given that the National Transportation Safety Board attributes 68% of plane crash fatalities to post-crash fires. Natural fibers like cotton, wool, and linen offer both safety and superior temperature regulation.

Finally, remember the little details that make a big difference: skip the perfume (your seatmates will thank you), and leave those statement jewelry pieces in your carry-on until after security. Air travel is challenging enough without adding self-imposed complications.