Once upon a time, flying was new and exciting, and passengers dressed to impress. But as the decades flew by and the novelty of soaring through the skies wore off, high-flying dress codes took a nosedive. Tailored suits gave way to tracksuits, and pajamas became an acceptable flight uniform, especially in today’s anything-goes airport fashion scene.
Now, Spirit Airlines is ready to ground sky-high sloppiness with a clear message: Not all fashion choices are ready for the runway. In its newly updated “contract of carriage,” the airline is laying out a revised dress code that you’ll have to follow—or risk being booted from the flight. If you’re the kind of traveler who likes to take fashion risks, read on before you pack for your next flight .
We’re exploring the new rule and the styles that definitely will not be cleared for takeoff. Get Reader’s Digest ’s Read Up newsletter for more travel, tech, cleaning, humor and fun facts all week long. What is Spirit Airlines’s new dress code? mtreasure/Getty Images Effective Jan.
22, 2025, Spirit Airlines is not just checking tickets but also outfits. Section 4.3.
1. of the code of conduct covers the obvious infractions, such as disorderly or violent behavior. But the updated rules get much more specific about appearance.
According to Spirit, any passenger who is “barefoot or inadequately clothed” is in violation of the rules. The budget airline ‘s definition of “improperly attired” includes wearing see-thro.
