Things NEVER To Wear On An Airplane Trip (Men and Women)

Travelling by air is an interesting thing – you get to meet people from all works of life, and perhaps people with different languages. But before embarking on a journey,  there are few things to keep in mind – the security scanners, the long queues at airport security checks, and shifting temperatures inside the plane’s cabin. Also, keep in mind that if you’re on a long-haul flight, lasting through the night and crossing continents, climate and time zones, you’re going to have to consider your comfort. By now you should know where we are heading to.

That being said, there are few fashion statement, no matter how expensive that does not make any sense to wear to the airport or in the airplane. Below are the things you should never wear to the airport.

 

 

1.  High Heels

Not only will they hamper your balance in case you’re walking down the aisle and the plane hits some turbulence, they’re also uncomfortable and totally useless – even potentially dangerous – should an emergency water landing occur and you’d have to use the inflatable slides. Instead, wear comfortable, non-restrictive shoes that are easy to slip on and off when you’re ready to stretch out or curl up. Ballet flats, loafers and sneakers work great.Comfortable shoes will also make it easy for you to walk and window-shop around the airport in case your flight gets delayed, breeze through security checks or sprint to the terminal gate if you have to make a connection.

 

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2. Belt

If your pants fall down the moment your belt comes off, don’t wear them to the airport. Not only is it a pain for you to unbuckle and put it through the scanner, but it’s even more annoying for everyone behind you waiting for you to take it off. Is simply not permitted through airport security because their metal clasps set off the metal detector.  Opt for pants that stay up around your waist without extra help (and we don’t mean pajamas or baggy sweats).

 

 

3. Shoes That Are Difficult to Remove

We advise travelers to wear slip-on shoes in the airport security line. You’ll have to take your shoes off and put them in the screening bin before walking through the metal detector, and flyers fumbling with tangled laces or strappy sandals could hold up the line. Plus, if you’re in a hurry to catch your flight, slip-on shoes will be easy to put back on and thus will hasten your transit from the end of security to the terminal.
Note that children under the age of 12 and adults ages 75 and older may leave their shoes on during screening.

 

4. Under-wire Bras

That little wire in some bra cups might have enough metal to set off the security buzzer. To avoid having to go through an embarrassing wand-down or pat-down on the other side of the walk-through metal detector, we advise ladies to choose another style of brassiere for the day.

5. Strong Fragrances

Go easy on the perfume, cologne or strong-smelling deodorant. Odors are intensified in enclosed places; in cabins where passengers are packed like sardines and air is merely re-circulated, your cabin-mates won’t appreciate you for it. Scent is highly subjective. What smells sweet to someone may be nauseating to another. Worse, it could trigger allergic reactions for people with asthma. Better just skip the fragrance. At best, take a shower, and at the very least, wear freshly washed clothes.

6. Loose-Fitting Clothes

Loose clothes aren’t prohibited. But travelers sporting baggy apparel, such as droopy pants, flowy skirts, bulky sweatshirts, or even loose garments worn for religious purposes, may be subject to extra screening. According to expert, you might be selected for a pat-down inspection if your clothes are “large enough to hide prohibited items.”

 

7. Gladiator Sandals

Gladiator sandals loaded with buckles don’t make going through security easy for anyone. Boots with laces and zippers aren’t much easier. Keep it simple with comfortable flats that slip on and off.

 

 

8. Flip-flops

Be neighbourly. While prioritizing comfort, try to keep the sensibilities of your seatmates in mind. Unless your feet are gloriously beautiful and immaculately clean, wouldn’t they mind your wearing open-toed sandals and seeing (or worse, smelling) your feet for the next so many hours? If you MUST wear flip-flops – to avoid swollen feet and ankles, which tend to happen on long flights, by the way – try keeping your feet down or away from people’s view. Better yet, bring a pair of socks to put on if you can’t help putting your feet up. Being considerate of others in such a small space can go a long way and can actually make or break someone’s day.

9. A Pullover Sweater or Sweatshirt

Just like a belt, you should start removing bulky layers before you get to the X-ray machine. Stick to a zip-up style sweatshirt or cardigan so that you don’t have to struggle to take it off (or mess up your hair in the process). In fall and winter when you need to bring a jacket, experts recommends a puffy, down-filled style that folds up and doesn’t wrinkle—making it easy to stuff into the plastic bins at security and fit in the overhead space on the plane.

10. Anything Offensive

Offensive clothing may get you kicked off a plane, but it could also draw extra attention from TSA agents (though it’s more likely that airline staff, rather than an airport security agent, will ban you from flying due to inappropriate or offensive clothing). Stories of flyers prohibited from planes due to poor wardrobe choices abound, and, for most of them, the trouble occurred after they made it through the screening process. Still, agents may pull you aside for additional screening if they perceive a threatening or questionable message on your slogan T-shirt. Bottom line: If you woudn’t wear it to a family-friendly restaurant or even to church, don’t wear it for air travel.

11. Jewelries and Anything Metal

Metal rings, necklaces, bracelets, cufflinks, watches and pins can all set off the walk-through metal detector. If you can’t leave home without them, just stick them in your carry-on or checked bag before reaching the conveyor belt and then re-adorn yourself later.

Sources: Aol Travel, Smart Travel, Oprah.com, Youqueen.com