If we could offer three words of advice to make any flight feel less long-haul, they would be: comfort, comfort, and comfort. That’s not to say you should join the masses and opt for some saggy sweatpants and a neck support. Definitely not. Instead, we’d recommend you channel the philosophy of “sports luxe”: keep it comfy, keep it casual, keep it minimal but also don’t forget to keep it classy. To that end, we recently came across Zegna’s travel edit and we loved it so much we’re willing to even ditch our rule of never dressing head-to-toe in a single brand.

Let’s start with their travel shoes. The ideal travel shoes should be elasticated so that you can slip them on and off without a fuss, but they also need to be versatile enough that you can use them in a wide variety of situations and events at your destination. Zegna’s SecondSkin Triple Stitch trainers (1,390 USD) fit the bill perfectly, and they’re extraordinarily comfortable due to the fact they’re a product of the Italian house’s experimentation with glove leather for a lightweight shoe, designed to mould to the contours of the foot. Admittedly they are pricey though, so a – it feels wrong saying this – slightly more affordable option could be Loro Piana’s Open Walk boots (1,095 USD); they’ve been a connoisseur’s choice since 2005.

For trousers you should look to bridge formal and casual. And, as well as being comfortable and convenient, an elasticated waist means you won’t need to wear a belt and can therefore pass through airport security a little easier. Zegna’s Oasi Lino trousers (1,150 USD) are all that, and light, plus they’re crafted exclusively from European-grown flax fibres that are certified as 100 per cent traceable. But another good choice is the brand’s High Performance Wool joggers (1,500 USD), which look sporty when teamed with a tee and smart when worn with a blazer. For a flight though, pair your trousers with an ultra-soft t-shirt like a James Perse Japanese Lotus Tee (275 USD) and then add a transitional layer like the Zegna Oasi Lino overshirt (1,690 USD).

Congratulations, you now look a million bucks. Hopefully that deserves an upgrade to First Class.