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to wear a onesie on a long haul flight?

358 replies

Namestranger · 04/12/2019 20:34

I'm frightened of flying and taking my first ever long haul flight on Saturday! 17hrs straight to Perth. I am packing everything I can think of to make my journey comfortable but am wondering if IABU to wear a onesie on the plane? I have scoliosis so I wriggle into weird positions a lot which makes jeans feel uncomfortable sitting for long periods...yet I find in leggings I get incredibly cold on planes. My late mum bought me a super soft spotty onesie...WIBU to wear it over leggings and a singlet once we board or will I look insane?!

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nononever · 05/12/2019 11:42

Harsh but I was thinking something similar. I hope you have some a lot money for the trip, OP. Otherwise Perth is a long way from Tipperary when you can’t afford £5 on a pair of joggy bottoms.

Very true! We were in Perth earlier this year and it's not cheap. Absolutely loved it, one of our best holidays to date.

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LemonPrism · 05/12/2019 12:55

So you'll have to get naked in the tiny loo and get your onesie all covered in strangers piss? Sounds great

AttheMarket31974632 · 05/12/2019 13:42

I've flown long haul, this is what I do;

Loose fitting, comfortable clothes, layers
A large wrap/scarf

Flight suppression socks to help stop DVTs

Don't drink too much alcohol, drink water

There will be films, music, TV on the plane, headphones are provided

A head rest croissant shaped pillow

Planes can be extremely hot or cool, so beware !

Aridane · 05/12/2019 13:45

Why on earth would she have to get naked?!!! Have you ever worn a onesie?

StarlightLady · 05/12/2019 13:48

Of course your new being unreasonable. But as previoudly mentioned it’s not fun when you go for a wee.

NoSauce · 05/12/2019 13:54

I wouldn’t. What if you get hot? You’re stuck in it unless you put a t shirt underneath and take the top not off. I’d just go for comfy pants and t shirt/top with a pashmina.

Aridane · 05/12/2019 13:58

@NoSauce - OP has previously indicated she will be dressed underneath!

NoSauce · 05/12/2019 14:01

Alright keep your wig on!

Aridane · 05/12/2019 14:14

Keep your comfy pants and pashmina on Grin

FizzyIce · 05/12/2019 14:18

Couldn’t imagine trying to go to the toilet without draping all over the floor.. bleurgh.
Also you can get fleece lined leggings that are really warm . I wouldn’t wear a onesie even indoors let alone out of it and I have spinal issues

ambereeree · 05/12/2019 14:29

Cheap joggers and a long top with hooded fleece. Onsie would be very difficult in the washroom.

purplecorkheart · 05/12/2019 15:01

Why not buy one of those blankets that have sleeves? It would make sure there are no gaps and you still will be able to use your hands. I know your budget is limited but normally you can pick them up quite cheaply this time of the year.

The last long haul flight I was on did not allow blue tooth.

I would pack a couple of disinfectant wipes and wipe down the table etc.

NoSauce · 05/12/2019 15:07

Ariadne Grin

Pipstelle · 05/12/2019 16:15

Yabu...have you seen the state of the toilets halfway through a long haul flight? Between small boys and men the floor is covered in sticky wee. You'd have a job not drag the arms across the floor when you take it down to wee yourself. 🤢. Blanket over the knees and a giant warm robe style jumper.

Scarriff · 05/12/2019 17:36

You are going to be a lot worse than cold if you pee on your onsie while stripping down, or dip it in someone else's pee on the floor. Get some comfy joggers and a fleecy top with a t shirt. Socks AND slippers. Change of knickers. Yes really. Toothbrush, wet wipes and some moisture stuff. Engrossing book. There you go.

Stupiddriver1 · 05/12/2019 17:41

Take a sleeping bag. No draughts and easier to slip out of for loo visits.

exaltedwombat · 05/12/2019 17:46

Yes, you'll look insane. Do it!

Fowles94 · 05/12/2019 17:49

The blankets on planes and I can't get comfy in them knowing they've been used prior (despite being laundered). Wear the onesie with pride 😊

Childcare12 · 05/12/2019 17:49

Go for it and be comfortable and enjoy the flight

Oscarsdaddy · 05/12/2019 17:59

Go for it

Wintersleep · 05/12/2019 18:02

People come to lectures in them and I see people in supermarkets with them so why not, as long as your comfy. It hardly impacts on anyone else's life

TheProdigalKittensReturn · 05/12/2019 18:08

Eh, if you'll be more comfortable that way then don't worry about what you look like, but isn't it going to make peeing in a tiny plane toilet a bit challenging?

Birdshitbridgegotme · 05/12/2019 18:09

Can u get one with a 'zipped flap' then it will be easy using the toilet

lynxca16 · 05/12/2019 18:10

Would not suggest a onesie for a 17 hour flight - as someone previously stated very nicely 'grim toilets' which occur towards the end of long haul flights and the taking down and trying to keep leg bottoms dry - total nightmare. Sorry don't mean to be graphic but!

I find comfortable loose fitting cuffed leggings (M&S did lovely silky ones, a vest and cashmere jumper (I buy cheap on e-bay) but Tesco have lovely soft hooded tops for £12 which would be perfect.

Wear comfortable laced trainers and soft socks - I can take them off and when landing can tie them despite ankle swelling.
HTHs