What to Never Wear on a Plane, From a Flight Attendant

And be sure to wear

Compression socks: According to The Travel Channel, compression socks like these are a boon for air travel. Sitting for a long period of time can make your legs swell and cut off blood flow. Compression socks are much more fashionable than in the past, they can help combat leg and feet soreness as well as deep-vein thrombosis. A shawl or scarf: A thick or lightweight cashmere or wool shawl not only adds flair to your outfit but does double duty on the plane as a blanket. Neither of these things should take up too much extra space in your carry on, but if you’re struggling to pack light, try these genius packing tips from flight attendants.