I tested Margot Robbie’s viral airport outfit — this one item surprised me

The main elements of the outfit are undeniably comfortable – loose-fitting black separates are among our recommendations of what to wear on a plane. My version combined more affordable options than Robbie’s Khaite shorts (which are satin with an elasticated waist, so extra points there) but remained crease-free and relatively presentable throughout the journey. The socks, though, were essential. We’ve all been privy to an ice-cold aircraft cabin, and the season’s mesh ballet flats simply aren’t what you want to be wearing on your feet. But a quick switch-out after take-off solved the problem, and my go-to socks from Pairs, which come in a merino and cashmere blend and feel like a hug, will forever have a place in my underseat cabin bag.

Then there’s the bag itself, which is convenient in its shape and size… but only if you’ve also got a larger piece of hand luggage with you. Most airlines will accept one larger carry-on and a handbag or personal item, so a small, structured shoulder bag is perfect for slotting in the absolute essentials – passport, keys, phone, etc. But there’s no additional cabin bag in any paparazzi photos, and I’d be packing something like a trusty tote or backpack filled with essentials to make a 24-hour trip comfortable.

So the final verdict on this airport outfit is: yes, it’s absolutely doable and did have some very practical elements, but key, not-so-photogenic changes needed to be made for it to be realistic when travelling. Using style inspiration like this for airport looks is a great starting point, but don’t forget to keep practicality in mind and factor in clever additions if you’re planning to put inspiration into practice.