Tampa International Airport sparked several questions and a few laughs on Thursday when it posted a social media statement announcing that Crocs and pajamas were banned from the airport.

“We’ve seen enough. We’ve had enough. It’s time to ban pajamas at Tampa International Airport,” the post on X said. “After successfully banning Crocs and giving everyone the amazing opportunity to experience the world’s first Crocs-free airports, it’s time to take on an even larger crisis. Pajamas. At. The. Airport. In the middle of the day. We know this decision could be disruptive to someone in your life. It’s time to have a difficult conversation with them. You can do this. We (and Phoebe) believe in you. The madness stops today. The movement starts now. Help Tampa International Airport become the world’s first Crocs-free AND pajama-free airport. DO YOUR PART. SAY NO TO PAJAMAS AT TPA.”

The announcement comes months after Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy urged passengers to dress with respect, encouraging travelers to swap pajamas and slippers for more polished clothing at airports. His comments, echoed by Tampa International Airport’s cheeky social‑media post calling out casual outfits, have fueled a broader conversation about whether comfort has gone too far in modern air travel and whether pushing for more presentable attire is reasonable—or simply out of touch with today’s often delay‑ridden, high‑stress flying experience.

Despite the post saying the airport had successfully banned Crocs and planned to do the same with pajamas, Tampa International Airport told Newsweek the statement was not binding.

“Tampa International Airport regularly shares lighthearted, satirical social media content as part of our ongoing effort to engage with our followers,” the statement sent to Newsweek said. “Today’s post about ‘banning’ pajamas was another playful nod to day-of-travel fashion debates. We encourage our passengers to travel comfortably and appreciate our loyal followers who enjoy the online humor.”

Are Crocs Banned at Tampa Airport? 

Tampa International Airport has long joked about the fashion, or lack thereof, of Crocs, such as in July of last year, when the airport announced that passengers could now keep shoes on while passing through TSA.

“The TSA will now let you keep your shoes on through security at TPA!!!!!* *unless you’re wearing Crocs…you should take those off and throw them away,” the post said.

Despite its message on X on Thursday announcing the successful banning of Crocs at the airport, Tampa International Airport has not actually banned the shoe choice.

Are Pajamas Banned at Tampa Airport? 

Tampa International Airport told Newsweek that the statement announcing plans to ban pajamas at the airport was made in jest to engage with followers.

Does Tampa Airport Have a Dress Code?

Passengers at Tampa International Airport are not prohibited from wearing certain clothing, as long as it complies with Florida law. Passengers are encouraged to dress comfortably and check with individual airlines for any dress code rules prior to flying.