The Complete Guide to Dallas Pools

Dallas Observer: This is an anything-goes kind of pool, but vintage one-pieces are generally on fine display.

Dallas Observer: High heels with bathing suits is not a thing I readily encourage, but if you were ever going to indulge ladies, this is the pool.

Dallas Observer: Whatever you can comfortably wear on your bike to get there. This is an East Dallas kid staple, heavy on the family demographic.

Dallas Observer: THE SMU SWIMMING AND DIVING TEAMS! Do you remember how attractive you always find the swimmers during the Olympics? Also, learn some proper form, that's more appropriate.

Dallas Observer: You are mostly only going to be invited to dine poolside, but why not?

Dallas Observer: Technically this pool is ornamental, so this is a free for all.

Dallas Observer: Just get a room, you need a staycation.

Dallas Observer: On the Wet Deck you will want to wear the suit you feel most comfortable dancing in because those sugars at The W have put together a Sunday fete with notable DJ's.

Dallas Observer: The cocktail game here is improving, ask for a menu.

Dallas Observer: Wear some old money shit. Or, you know, whatever you'd wear in your downtime at a nice hotel.

Dallas Observer: The boys club certainly holds court at Ilume but the party is welcoming to all, including the occasional drag queen. Wait, why am I not at this pool every weekend?

Dallas Observer: Save the gate codes as you gather them, don't overstay your welcome and wait to be properly invited to a night swim. In East Dallas, this is where they frequently are.