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Clubs Priya S. · 7d ago

are clean sneakers actually fine at the door or am i gambling

everyone says 'smart casual' but i've watched doors turn away guys in nice jordans. what's the real deal on king west and yorkville rn, are clean white sneakers a yes or am i risking getting bounced

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Jordan M. · 7d ago
depends on the door and how the rest of the fit reads honestly. clean minimal sneakers and a decent jacket, most king west spots are fine. chunky runners, you're gambling
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Sofia L. · 6d ago
yeah a white leather low top reads totally different from a running shoe. door staff clock it instantly
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Priya S. · 6d ago
ok that's the part i was missing, so it's less 'sneakers' and more what kind. makes sense
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Ben C. · 6d ago
yorkville's stricter, i'd just wear real shoes there to be safe. king west you've got way more room. and if you're on a table/list they wave through way more than a walk in
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Renata S. · 6d ago
being on a list buys you a lot of dress code forgiveness ngl. walk ins get judged the hardest
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Devon R. · 6d ago
rule of thumb, dress for the group photo not for comfort. if you'd feel underdressed in the pics the door thinks so too