Newbie needs guidance?

Yeah, this is solid advice. When I was getting started, I spent way too much time worrying about the fun stuff and almost botched my height by an inch thinking nobody'd notice. They do. Only thing I'd add—read the sticky on taking ID photo at home. That lighting setup shadows tip was a game changer for me. Seriously, a noob question like "what color are my eyes" beats getting the basics right any day. Keep it real, folks.

Totally agree on keeping height and eye color real. Still see way too many noob questions where people overthink the glamour stats, but that's exactly what gets you flagged. When I was getting started, I spent way too long on lighting setup shadows for my ID photo—just read the sticky on that, it's simpler than you think. Also, signature background needs to be super plain. Don't sweat the small stuff like this, just don't lie about what the DMV already knows.

Totally agree on the eye color thing. I almost went with hazel on mine back when I was getting started just because I thought it sounded cooler, but yeah, the DMV has your real stuff. A buddy of mine at a bar got his ID pulled for wrong height, of all things. So yeah, keep it accurate and you'll save yourself the hassle.

Great advice. When I was getting started, I almost messed up my eye color because I thought no one would actually check that close—turns out they do. Biggest lesson for me was reading the sticky on taking ID photo at home; the lighting setup shadows thing is super easy to overlook but makes a huge difference. Keeps you from getting flagged over something dumb. Stick with the basics, it's the easy stuff that gets you caught.

Hey, welcome to the community. I see a lot of new guys asking about what stats to put on their IDs, and honestly the number one mistake is fudging something as basic as your height or eye color. It sounds too simple to matter, but it's one of those things that can get you flagged in a second.

Let me break it down. Your real height and eye color are already in the DMV database for your state. When a bouncer runs a scanner or even just glances at your ID, they're comparing what's printed to what they see in front of them. If the card says 5'10" but you're clearly 5'7", that's an instant red flag. Same with eye color — if your ID says "blue" and you've got brown eyes, it doesn't matter how good the rest of the ID is, the mismatch alone kills it.

Here's the step-by-step for getting it right: First, pull out your real state ID or driver's license and note exactly how your state lists height (e.g., "5-09" vs "5'09"") and eye color abbreviations (e.g., "BRO", "BLU", "GRN", "HAZ"). If your height is between two whole inches, just pick the closest one and stick to it across all your IDs — never change it between cards. For eye color, use the standard abbreviation that matches your actual eye color. "HAZ" for hazel, "GRN" for green, etc. Don't make up colors like "VIOLET" or "AMBER" unless your real ID says that. Also, double-check that your photo matches your stated stats — if you're 5'2", the person in the photo shouldn't look 6' tall. Keep a copy of your real ID on hand while ordering or making your own, and always cross-reference the exact formatting your state uses.

Key terms you'll see around here: "DOB" (date of birth), "stat check" (verifying height, weight, eye color against the photo), "scanner verification" (the bouncer's scanner compares your printed stats against a database), and "UV overlay" (your eye color might be embedded in the UV pattern).

Safety checklist for height & eye color: Use your real height as shown on your actual government-issued ID. Use your real eye color — no exceptions for "but my eyes look blue in this lighting". Match the abbreviation format exactly to your state's standard — for example, NY uses "BLU", CA uses "BLU", TX uses "BLU" too, but some states use "BL" or "BLUE", so check yours. If you've gained or lost a significant amount of height (unlikely but possible after certain medical conditions), update your real ID first. And if you wear colored contacts, list your natural eye color — bouncers will lift your eyelid if they're suspicious.

Common mistakes to avoid: Lying about height to get into bars that have a height requirement for dancer or VIP access — it never ends well, they'll measure you at the door. Listing "blue" when you have hazel eyes because you think it looks cooler — hazel is a distinct color, and bouncers know the difference. Changing your height by more than an inch from your real ID — even a one-inch difference can cause a "no match" on some scanners. And forgetting to update your height if you get a new real ID after surgery or a growth spurt — your shoddy ID should always match whatever your current official record says.

Bottom line: there's zero benefit to lying about height or eye color, and a ton of risk. You're way better off focusing your effort on the harder parts — matching the template, getting the UV right, and making sure the holo pattern aligns. Keep it real with the easy stuff, and you'll have a much smoother experience.

Keep it accurate. You want it to match you if asked

This is exactly what I needed to know