Whenever we are traveling, we always like to prepare our best outfits and style. Many people have specific "travel" fashion and attire just so they can go to the airport, or go on vacation.
There are those that even go shopping right before a trip so that they can have brand new outfits to wear while they are going away.
Being on an airplane is not always the most comfortable, so people tend to want to dress comfier than normal. That includes some sweats or leggings, even a hoodie too in case we get cold.
There are then those who get full out glammed when going to the airport, because of course, they want to look their best when they arrive at their new destination.
They say don't judge a book by its cover, but also, there are many things you can tell about a person by the way that they dress. Sometimes, you can learn a lot about them, in fact.
Sonya Dhillon, 33, is originally from West London and is the CEO of Ricco Events and PR. But, before her job as a CEO, she spent five years working in airport security for Virgin Atlantic.
"As a customer service agent I checked passengers in before security, and at the gates pre-boarding whilst ensuring all the necessary documents were correct," she shared with The Sun.
The former airport employee said that you always knew if someone was going to Dubai because "it was almost as though they were auditioning for Towie!" They were always dressed up a lot.
Sometimes, between first class and coach, it was hard to tell the difference, no matter how dressed up they were.
"You'd have some dressed head-to-toe in designer and then others in unbranded shorts, T-shirts, and flip flops with a backpack. Now more than ever, I reckon it's impossible to tell based on appearances," she said.
"Throughout my years in the airport I've had the honour of meeting many celebrities. From royals such as Prince William and Kate, to Mike Tyson, Danny DeVito, Winnie Harlow, Gigi Hadid," Sonya added.
Sonya said you get a real mix of people in terms of personalities and how they treated those who worked airport security. But, everyone was sure trying to get one thing by her.
"The constant request from everyone was wanting a 'free upgrade.' Or some would compliment you when they approached your desk - but you immediately knew that meant that their bag is overweight or they wanted something," she said.
Sonya said you never "really know" someone's reason for traveling and flying, as not everyone is going off on a vacation. Sometimes, people are really going through tough times. Or, having a major life event, too.
