INDIA, Dec. 3 -- The main qualities I look for when curating a versatile travel wardrobe-and an everyday one, for that matter-are pretty straightforward: pieces that look good, feel good, and feature flattering silhouettes that mix, match, and layer without too much overthinking. And the first brand that pops into my head that checks every one of those boxes? Uniqlo. The Tokyo-based retailer has built its reputation on high-quality, functional, affordable clothing that skips trends in favor of timeless basics that are anything but boring. I've been wearing Uniqlo since high school, and its pieces are made to last (I have a few wool sweaters and pants that are still in rotation after over 10 years).

Safe to say that Uniqlo forms the found...