New York tourist landmark forced to provide a dress code because mirrored skyscrapers expose visitors

The Summit One Vanderbilt, New York City’s newest tourist landmark with an observation deck for viewing the skyline, should issue a dress code warning to save visitors from exposure to its mirrored floors and ceilings.

“Please dress appropriately to avoid unwanted exposure to glass and mirror floors. We recommend wearing pants, shorts or tights whenever possible,” read the advice on the website. This advice is meant to save unsuspecting visitors from embarrassment and worry over possible upskirting.

The three-story skyscraper on floors 91 to 93 of Vanderbilt Avenue opens on October 21. It promises the “most immersive observatory” experience, taking thrill seekers 1,200 feet to 1,401 feet across the streets and skyline of New York in a glass elevator.

New York City’s fourth tallest skyscraper provides stunning views from Midtown’s highest vantage point.

But the tourist magnets with their glass ceilings, glass floors and glass walls immediately sparked the fright of going up in skirts New York Post. Summit management was fortunately informed of the possible design flaw beforehand.

Most diners who paid between $39 and $73 for opening tickets wore appropriate clothing so as not to be embarrassed. Although some are unaware of the dangers of wearing a dress or skirt and some seem unconcerned.

Hailey, 33, of Washington Heights, said Posts that she wore a flowing summer dress with shorts underneath as “it wasn’t worth the risk”.

Eunice Li, 30, said she didn’t get a chance to read the warning but added: “It didn’t bother me too much.”

The summit says it provides a free pair of black shorts for those who haven’t read the advice and want to escape embarrassment while enjoying the beautiful skyline view.

Summit creator Kenzo Digital described it as a cathedral for human relations. “I created Air [the immersive art experience] for New Yorkers, first and foremost, as an oasis, Central Park in the sky, that they can escape and feel the power of the moment. It is a place of contemplation, meditation and joy,” said Mr Digital.

He added that the installation “shares the intoxicating sense of aspiration and inspiration that New York provides … a beacon of possibility that pays homage to all that New York is, can be, will be.”