Many people dress for comfort while others dress for style - but what should you wear during a plane journey. An American Airlines flight attendant has shared some valuable advice on what to wear for a comfortable and safe flight. Speaking to Who What Wear, Andrea Fischbach suggested avoiding tight clothing to reduce the risk of Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) and steering clear of fringed items that could pose a hazard in the unlikely event of an onboard fire.
She also recommended passengers bring layers to cope with the often chilly temperatures on planes, as those dressed lightly often end up asking staff for blankets. READ MORE: Talented footballer remembered in Digbeth mural after sudden cardiac death Andrea's advice is to avoid 'anything really constricting', telling the fashion publication: 'You want to get the most comfortable you can be to avoid cramping, swelling, and anything that can affect you later'. She emphasised the importance of loose clothing for maintaining healthy blood circulation and preventing DVT, a condition frequent flyers are susceptible to, especially if they remain stationary during their flight.
DVT is a condition where a blood clot forms in a vein, typically in the legs as these are the limbs least likely to be stretched. While it can be challenging to move around when seated, particularly on long-haul flights, Andrea stressed the importance of doing so for health reasons. For the best safety and comfort, she advised against wearing leather trousers.
