Flight attendant reveals what you should never wear on a plane

There are so many rules when it comes to air travel these days, it can be difficult to keep track.

What time should I show up at the airport? Do I have to bag up all my liquids in my hand luggage or not? Do I even need my passport now that we've got this fancy new technology? (Spoiler alert: Yes, you do).

Most of us are too busy panicking about remembering the essentials, packing snacks or ensuring that our luggage isn't the sort of colour that's almost guaranteed to see it get lost, that we don't have time to think about the outfit we wear for the journey.

If it's a long-haul flight, then comfort is key, but do we want to turn up to a country with 30 degree sunshine wearing a hoody? Probably not.

Jeans always seem risky if you're going somewhere hot (Getty Stock Image)

Fortunately, flight attendants know far more than we do when it comes to spending time on a plane and they're always keen to share some of the secrets of the sky - whether it's why they always say hello to passengers or the secret code word they use if they think a customer is cute.

And now another has revealed exactly what we shouldn't wear if we're thinking of going on holiday, especially if you want to remain safe and ensure that you're not kicked off the aircraft.

Flight attendant Barbara Bacilieri issued a PSA to travellers that their choice of clothing could land them in danger or cause injury if they don't think ahead.

The content creator, whose videos have earned her over two million subscribers on YouTube, warned that clothing such as high heels could be dangerous as they can pop the evacuation slide in the event of an emergency.

"And guess what? Even metal accessories, jewellery, or big belt buckles can do the same," she added.

Barbara also advised against clothing that leaves a lot of exposed skin, saying: "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."

Keeping your shoes on is also recommended (Getty Stock Image)

We've seen women kicked off flights over allegedly wearing crop tops in the past, which might seem harsh, but it may well be just another way of protecting passengers' safety, going by Barbara's advice.

According to the flight attendant, clothes that are deemed 'offensive' could also cost you your seat, with a refund unlikely - though policies may vary from airline to airline.

Barbara recommends wearing comfortable clothes that are also stylish enough to give the impression you are ready for first class, should you be lucky enough to land yourself an upgrade.

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