Lisa Archbold, a self-employed DJ, was on her way from Salt Lake City to San Francisco. However, shortly before her aircraft took off, Lisa was called out by airport staff for her “offensive” apparel. While some defended her, others think the airline was correct in refusing her boarding.
The problem started because she did not wear a bra.
Lisa Archbold, a DJ and entrepreneur, had attended the Sundance Film Festival in Salt Lake City and was scheduled to return to San Francisco on January 22. Just as everyone had boarded the plane, a crew member approached her for a private talk. Lisa wore a loose-fitting white t-shirt and trousers but did not wear a bra.
Lisa had removed her jacket owing to the abnormally warm temperature in Salt Lake City, but the crew member said Lisa could only be on the flight if she wore it. Lisa found this request odd, especially given that the flight was only an hour and a half long. She was mortified by the situation: “It wasn’t logical—it was humiliation.”
After a lengthy criticizing, the crew member allowed Lisa to re-board the plane only after she had put her jacket back on. Lisa complained to the head flight attendant about discrimination based on the treatment she received. Lisa was further disturbed by the flight attendant’s reaction, which stated that women must cover up according to Delta Airlines policy. She has submitted an official complaint with the airline and is awaiting a response.
This event sparked a heated conversation.
