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Disney World Rider Told to Buy $45 Shirt for Wearing Sports Bra

The episode has raised scrutiny of how Disney enforces its family-friendly dress code.

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A woman shamed for wearing a sports bra to Disney World hits back at critics.
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Overview

  • Nicole Arena says a ride attendant at Epcot told her she was “improperly dressed” in a sports bra and leggings and required her to purchase a $45 shirt before boarding.
  • After buying a plain tank top and returning to the line, Arena spoke with a manager who agreed she should never have been stopped at the ride entrance.
  • Arena defended her outfit on TikTok by noting that other guests wore more revealing attire and said the encounter left her feeling embarrassed.
  • Disney World’s official dress code states the park may deny admission or remove guests wearing attire that exposes excessive skin deemed inappropriate for a family environment.
  • Bourbon Steak by Michael Mina, Disney World’s new signature restaurant, has implemented strict attire guidelines to support its upscale aesthetic.