Flight attendant reveals the clothes passengers should NEVER wear at the risk of being kicked off the plane
Barbara Bacilieri, also known as Barbie Bac, regularly shares her airline experience and knowledge with her 2.65 million YouTube subscribers.
The 29-year-old, from Argentina, recently revealed the common airport practice that could be putting you in danger – charging your phone.
But now she has shared the items of clothing to avoid on a plane journey, claiming there is a hidden dress code that travelers are often oblivious to.
'Airlines won't always tell you this, but there's a hidden dress code,' she explained.
'And breaking it could get you denied boarding, delayed at security, or worse — put in danger during an emergency. Heels can pop the evacuation slide.
'Flight attendants are trained to remove passengers' shoes, especially high heels or thick boots, during an emergency evacuation.
'Why? Because they can puncture the inflatable slide, causing it to lose air or collapse, turning a fast escape into a nightmare.
'And guess what? Even metal accessories, jewelry, or big belt buckles can do the same.'
She also advises against mini dresses, skirts and hot pants.
Barbie said: 'Sure, they might look cute on Instagram, but during an evacuation, they're a recipe for burned thighs and scraped skin.
'Sliding down that inflatable ramp with your skin exposed – ouch. It's not glamorous. It's painful and dangerous.'
She also revealed that many airlines prohibit offensive clothing – though it's not made clear what might fall into this category.
She said: 'That's the trap. Two women were removed from a flight recently for wearing crop tops.
'They had simply taken off their sweaters because they were hot.
The flight attendant advised wearing comfortable sneakers, stretchy pants or leggings, a light jacket – and nothing you'd be embarrassed to run in
'When they asked to see the official policy, they were kicked off the plane. No refund.
'These vague rules can be used against you at any moment — even if your outfit is perfectly legal.
'Wearing a pilot or flight attendant costume might sound fun. But in an emergency, it could cause serious confusion.
'Crew members need to be clearly identifiable, and someone dressed like them could delay critical actions.
'Even religious attire like a nun's habit or a priest's collar might raise eyebrows if it's just a costume.
'So yes, you can wear it, but should you? Maybe not.'
Even during the security process, there are a number of clothing and accessory items that Barbara said to avoid at the risk of making everyone else late for their flight.
These include metal belts, high boots, bulky jewelry, loose coins, and heavy coats.
She said: 'Not only will they slow you down — you might forget to grab it back and become an easy target for airport thieves.
'Yes, they exist. Even inside the secure area.'
So what does the expert recommend? Comfortable sneakers, stretchy pants or leggings, a light jacket – and nothing you'd be embarrassed to run in.
Barbie added: 'And remember, you represent yourself.
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