How to fly in style this summer

Just days after Burlesque dancer Maggie McMuffin was refused entry on board a flight due to her ???inappropriate??? clothing,"airline style" has become a hot topicagain.Is it possible to look pulled-together while 35,000 feet up and enduring your eighth hour of cramped leg space?Optimism levels for looking chic during long-haul travel might be low, but there???s certainly steps we can take towards remaining uncreased and comfortable.

Make friends with elastic waistbands

The Frugality???s Alex Stedman, whose work as a stylist takes her frequently around the globe, tells The Telegraph that ???elasticated waistbands are my prime travel companion.???But don"t make the mistake of thinking that meansstretchy maternity pants; ratherminimal joggers or track pants, which happen to also be on-trend.Try Gap or Wyse cashmere for a luxe option - ???trust me, they"re worth the cost,??? says Stedman.

Failsafe flight buy

Lucie cashmere lounger, ??165, Wyse London

Put your trust in denim

???Denim is the failsafe smart yet comfortable, stylish yet laid-back, crease-proof yet not Crimplene option,??? explains Telegraph fashion director Lisa Armstrong.Avoid slim styles in favour of versatile dark jeans that are loosely cut at the leg.Admittedly, says Armstrong, ???they???re a bit stiff for sleeping in ??? so, given that no one needs to see you in actual pyjamas, roll some leggings into the smallest corner of your carry-on.???

Failsafe flight buy

Row black jeans, ??150, Acne Studios

Pack strategic layers

Invest in a cashmere wrap, draped cardigan or boyfriend jumper (whatever suits your personal style best) to ensure you stay snug.Choose a classic colour - camel, grey, navy - and not only will it go with everything, the cashmere will have longevity.???I never travel without a DKNY Cozy,??? notes Armstrong.???You can wear them in myriad ways to keep the air-conditioning at bay and then style as a scarf when you slip on something more tailored to disembark.???

Failsafe flight buy

Modern Cozy sweater, ??230, DKNY

Choose your airport bag wisely

A hugetote is an obvious choice to house flight essentials in, but make sure you choose a lightweight option.???Right now am using a Balenciaga canvas beach bag, as it???s super light so doesn???t hurt my back,??? style blogger and travel guruCamille Charri??re, of Camille Over the Rainbow,tells us.Stedman, meanwhile, favours a featherweight eco or straw bag as her cabin baggage, but always carries ???a small cross-body bag so that my passport and valuables areclose by.???

Failsafe flight buys

Clockwise from top left:Balenciaga Cabas S bag, ??495, MyTheresa; Patent Cloud bag, ??75, The Cambridge Satchel Company;Straw bag, ??14.99, H&M

Consider your jacket carefully

A lightweight blazer or sleeveless jacket will add a tailored element to a look and pull it together - even if your blouse is creased underneath.Stow blazers neatly in the overhead locker and live in the that cashmerefor the duration of the flight.Stedman also offers up a Uniqlo lightweight puffa jacket as her secret weapon against airplane air con.???Plus it doubles up as a pillow.???

Failsafe flight buys

Top to bottom:Cotton-blend blazer, ??365, Paul Smith;Ultra light down jacket, ??69.50, Uniqlo

Avoid any possibility of creases by wearing prints

Khakis, camels and nudes might sing of considered airport chic, but in reality these items will show up creases most clearly.Instead, opt for a punchy print, which will not only mask unsightly kinks, but brighten up dreary airport cabins.

Failsafe flight buy

Evelyn floral shirt, ??245, m.i.h jeans

Sensible shoes are not boring, but necessary

You???ll find Stedman and Charri??re both checking in wearing white lace-up trainers, which are not only on-trendbut ultra comfortable, too.Armstrong, however, relies on a pair of slip-on flatforms - ???what did we do before C??line and Prada made these a fashionable evergreen????-which allow for a change in foot size and can be adapted to practically any dress code.Don???t forget flight socks - a necessity, which are passable in black, butnever nude.

Failsafe flight buys

Top to bottom:Lagos slip-on shoe,??110, Kurt Geiger; Leather Star trainers, ??115, Hush

Fabulous airport style