Charli XCX Just Wore Fashion's Unofficial Travel Uniform

Over the years, airport style has shifted from being a fashion statement to focusing on comfort. Now, fashion people are blending the two to appear chic, stay comfortable, and easily pass through TSA. Charli XCX is leading the movement, and she recently traveled in pedal pushers and Maison Margiela Tabi ballet flats.

Arriving at Heathrow Airport in London last week, Charli was spotted wearing an elegant all-black outfit. Her look featured a fitted T-shirt, low-rise pedal pushers, a chunky silver-buckle belt, Balenciaga’s Le City bag, and Maison Margiela’s Tabi flats. Because every fashion person knows that luggage is what makes a travel outfit, Charli completed her look with aluminum suitcases.

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On Charli XCX: Balenciaga Le City Bag ($3400); Maison Margiela Tabi Flats ($785) Away Aluminum Edition Luggage ($725)

While we love the entire look, let’s focus specifically on the Tabi flats. This shoe style has a cult following, but they are often seen as controversial or “ugly.” They feature a classic leather ballet flat silhouette, but what sets them apart is the split-toe design. While they may appear painful, they’re quite comfortable. And since TSA has recently ended the “shoes-off” policy, you won’t have to worry about going through security barefoot. So, whether you’re inspired to add a pair of these flats to your wardrobe or re-create the rest of Charli’s fashion-girl travel outfit, keep scrolling because we’ve rounded up everything you need to achieve the look.