This problem is more critical for plus-size people – especially those who wear a size 4x and larger. Prepare for this problem by packing a change of clothing and undergarments in your carry-on.

Whether this is due to my affinity for vintage dresses, or whether it's a distaste cultivated by the sheer unavailability of comfortable plus-size jeans that fit a 50-inch bum and a 39-inch waist ...