I’m a flight attendant and here are the 5 things you should never wear on a plane to stay safe and comfortable

A flight attendant has revealed which items of clothing you should avoid if you want to stay safe and comfortable on board.

That’s what American Airlines flight attendant Andrea Fischbach said Who wears what that there are several things to consider – from loose-fitting clothing so you don’t increase your risk of DVT, to avoiding clothing with frills that could put you at risk in the unlikely event of a fire on board.

She also recommended bringing layers so you’re prepared for cold plane temperatures, noting that scantily clad passengers usually beg staff for blankets.

Here are her tips for dressing appropriately for a smooth trip.

DON’T: WEAR TIGHT CLOTHING

Andrea advised against “anything really restrictive,” telling the fashion publication, “You want to make it as comfortable as possible to avoid cramps, swelling and anything that could affect you later.”

She explained that looser clothing was key to maintaining healthy circulation and helped prevent deep vein thrombosis (DVT), which frequent flyers are prone to, especially if they are unable to move during the flight.

DVT is when a blood clot forms in the vein, usually in the legs, as these are the limbs you are least likely to straighten.

The flight attendant acknowledged that it can be difficult to move while seated, but that travelers should pay attention, especially on long distances.

For optimal safety and comfort, she cautioned against leather pants, but suggested pants with stretch, perhaps with an elastic waist.

DO: CLOTHING FOR UNLIKELY EMERGENCY SITUATIONS

Andrea then addressed fire hazards in fashion, citing clothing made from flammable materials as posing a high risk to travelers in the event of an emergency.

“It’s a bit extreme here, but there’s always a risk with a long pony if the plane catches fire.”

Another good tip from Andrea was to cover up. Opting for long sleeves can help in the rare event that you have to go down an emergency slide, as they are much more comfortable and show less skin.

DON’T: WEAR HIGH HEELS

Perhaps the most obvious advice was not to wear high heels or even backless sandals, which could make it more difficult to evacuate the plane in an emergency.

Besides being impractical, heels can also cause damage in emergency situations and injure other passengers if they are in a hurry to get off.

Sticking with hands-on trainers is a much safer option.

Don’t wear high heels to the airport! Even if your flight goes smoothly, these impractical shoes will slow you down at the gate (stock image of a woman wearing heels)

DON’T: WEAR BIG ACCESSORIES

If you’re a jewelry fanatic, you know how much it can hurt to be stopped by the metal detector at the airport.

The same goes for shoes, with Andrea telling Who What Wear that flyers shouldn’t wear shoes with studs and lots of metal decorations.

Some security guards might not let you through if you decide to wear these jazzy shoes if any of the decorations look like they could be used as a weapon.

The same goes for elaborate or sharp rings and becklaces, so it’s best to remove your jewelry upon arrival and store it in a safe place.

DO: WEAR LAYERS

She said it’s rare for a flight of hers to find someone half-naked, whether in hot pants or a sports bra, but notices these are often the same people asking for blankets.

Andrea said it’s best to keep extra layers in your carry-on, whether it’s a light vest or a heavier hoodie.

And if you’re a stylish traveler who doesn’t want to look fancy, she emphasizes that it’s possible to look luxurious and comfortable.

She said that if you’re conscious of looking too casual, you can’t go wrong with this formula: a blouse and sweater paired with cropped pants, which often have elastic waistbands.