The Best Travel Clothes are the Ones You Already Wear at Home
Forget the idea that you need an entirely new wardrobe for every trip. The best travel clothes are usually the ones already hanging in your closet.
Have you ever noticed that before every vacation you suddenly decide they need new vacation clothes.
New shirts. New shorts. New shoes. New outfits designed specifically for a trip.
But then you may spend half your vacation feeling a little uncomfortable or “off” because nothing feels quite like your everyday favourites.
That’s a signal of an important reality: the best travel clothes are usually the ones you already wear at home.
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You Already Know They Work
Think about your favourite t-shirt.
You know how it fits. You know how it feels. You know it works in different situations.
So why leave that comfort behind simply because you're travelling?
Comfort Matters More Than Fashion
Most vacations involve a lot of walking.
Airports, boardwalks, downtown areas, waterfronts, museums, markets, parks, theme parks, beaches and attractions all require clothing that performs throughout the day.
Comfort quickly becomes a lot more important than new clothes.
Find your peace where the crowds are not. Our Unfound Unbothered t-shirt is your go-to pick for disappearing into that secret stretch of sand—or just pretending your backyard is one.
Soft, lightweight and made for slow days under the sun, this tropical travel tee is crafted from a breathable 100% ring spun cotton that feels as effortless as your vacation state of mind.
Because the best destinations are the ones no one else has found. Yet.
Base Item: Gildan 64000
100% ring-spun cotton
4.5 oz/yd² (153 g/m²)
Shoulder-to-shoulder taping
Quarter-turned to avoid crease down the center
Blank product sourced from Bangladesh, Nicaragua, Honduras, Dominican Republic, Haiti or Guatemala
Disclaimer: Due to the fabric properties, the White color variant may appear off-white rather than bright white.
This product is made especially for you as soon as you place an order, which is why it may take us a bit longer to deliver it to you. Making products on demand instead of in bulk helps reduce overproduction, so thank you for making thoughtful purchasing decisions.
Please note: since all orders are custom created, all sales are final and we do not accept returns, refunds or exchanges. Please check sizing carefully using the guide.
Your Favourite Pieces Reflect Your Style
If one of your goals when traveling is to enjoy yourself, that will become a lot easier if you're dressed like yourself.
Packing familiar clothing means you'll feel comfortable and confident no matter where you're going.
New Shoes are a Risk
No travel mistake is more common than bringing brand-new shoes. Everyone knows this, but people still ignore it.
What feels comfortable in a store for three minutes can feel very different after ten thousand steps in a theme park in July.
Travel isn’t the best time to experiment.
Because the Search for Waves is Part of the Process
All roads lead to great surf, it’s just a fact.
The 1923/MS Surf 13 All Roads unisex tee is a soft and comfy everyday surf t-shirt that’s lightweight, soft and ready to search for waves.
• Base Item: Gildan 64000
• 100% ring-spun cotton
• 4.5 oz/yd² (153 g/m²)
• Shoulder-to-shoulder taping
• Quarter-turned to avoid crease down the center
• Blank product sourced from Bangladesh, Nicaragua, Honduras, Dominican Republic, Haiti or Guatemala
Disclaimer: Due to the fabric properties, the White color variant may appear off-white rather than bright white.
This product is made especially for you as soon as you place an order, which is why it may take us a bit longer to deliver it to you. Making products on demand instead of in bulk helps reduce overproduction, so thank you for making thoughtful purchasing decisions.
Please note: since all orders are custom created, all sales are final and we do not accept returns, refunds or exchanges. Please check sizing carefully using the guide.
Build Around Proven Winners
It doesn’t take a genius to state the obvious. A simple comfortable travel wardrobe usually includes:
Favourite t-shirts
Comfortable shorts
A trusted hoodie
Casual sneakers or shoes
One versatile pair of pants
These are the pieces that you already wear regularly at home. So they'll likely to perform equally well on your travels.
Ride the vibe. Wear the journey.
Our 1923 Main Street® All Roads, Surf the World beetle tee is made for surfers who chase horizons, coastlines, and clean breaks. Featuring a vintage-style bug topped with a classic surfboard, this graphic captures the spirit of spontaneous road trips and waves found off the beaten path.
Printed on a soft, lightweight tee that moves with you—from dawn patrol to post-session hangs—this shirt is a tribute to the surf lifestyle and the home base that fuels it: 1923 Main Street®. Whether you're cruising the coastline or dreaming of your next wave, this tee keeps the stoke alive.
Perfect for surfers, road-trippers and anyone who rides life with salt in their hair.
• Base Item: Gildan 64000 • 100% ring-spun cotton • 4.5 oz/yd² (153 g/m²) • Shoulder-to-shoulder taping • Quarter-turned to avoid crease down the center • Blank product sourced from Bangladesh, Nicaragua, Honduras, Dominican Republic, Haiti or Guatemala
Disclaimer: Due to the fabric properties, the White color variant may appear off-white rather than bright white.
This product is made especially for you as soon as you place an order, which is why it may take us a bit longer to deliver it to you. Making products on demand instead of in bulk helps reduce overproduction, so thank you for making thoughtful purchasing decisions.
Please note: since all orders are custom created, all sales are final and we do not accept returns, refunds or exchanges. Please check sizing carefully using the guide.
Travel Light, Travel Better
The most experienced travellers often pack less, not more. They focus on quality over quantity and familiarity over novelty.
The goal isn't to create a new version of yourself: it's to bring the best version of your everyday wardrobe along with you for the journey.
You do not need a separate vacation wardrobe.
You need clothing that fits well, feels comfortable, and works in a variety of situations.
In other words, the same clothes you already love wearing at home.