Snooks123 Posted October 7, 2014 #1 Share Posted October 7, 2014 (edited) Hi There will be a "Cunard Ball" while we are cruising on board Queen Elizabeth. The link - http://www.cunard.com/documents/attire.pdf - contains suggested attire for a wide range of balls but does not say exactly what the "Cunard Ball" is, or provide any suggestions for the type of formal dress to be worn. Grateful for any guidance from anyone who has attended a "Cunard Ball". Thanks. **********Er, upon closer reading I've noticed the "Cunard Ball" bundled under the same heading as the "Black & White Ball". The guide implies black and white accessories for both then? What might be the main differences between the themes of the two balls? *************** Edited October 7, 2014 by Snooks123 Previously overlooked pertinent information Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lynnewob Posted October 7, 2014 #2 Share Posted October 7, 2014 (edited) Cunard's own website doesn't help much. When typing in "what will the dress code be on board", it offers various suggestions and then up pops another question "do you have theme nights on board". The answer regarding the Cunard ball appears to be the same as the Black/White ball which isn't really the case, so not really sure what it should be. This is exactly the same answer as appears to be in your link from 2013, so nothing has really changed and it doesn't tell you a lot. Black & White or Cunard Ball All Ships A Cunard tradition and the first Royal Event of the voyage. Includes the classic “Officers Gavotte” dance. Formal Wear Gentlemen - Tuxedo Ladies - Evening gown Appropriate black and white gowns and accessories I presume the only difference would be the "officers Gavotte" dance which appears to be the only thing relating to Cunard. I certainly would not worry about the Black/white theme and dress in whatever colour you prefer. At least that gives you more options. I have the same query about a "175 ball" which is presumably linked to next year's celebrations. Goodness knows what that will entail. Edited October 7, 2014 by Lynnewob Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alanrow Posted October 7, 2014 #3 Share Posted October 7, 2014 The black and white theme applies to both in our experience although just a few ladies turn up in colourful dresses probably because of the difficulty of finding the guidance on Cunard's website ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snooks123 Posted October 7, 2014 Author #4 Share Posted October 7, 2014 Cunard's own website doesn't help much. When typing in "what will the dress code be on board", it offers various suggestions and then up pops another question "do you have theme nights on board". The answer regarding the Cunard ball appears to be the same as the Black/White ball which isn't really the case, so not really sure what it should be. This is exactly the same answer as appears to be in your link from 2013, so nothing has really changed and it doesn't tell you a lot. ------- Thanks for your insights Lynnewob. I'm pleased someone else is a little confused as well as me! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snooks123 Posted October 7, 2014 Author #5 Share Posted October 7, 2014 The black and white theme applies to both in our experience although just a few ladiesturn up in colourful dresses probably because of the difficulty of finding the guidance on Cunard's website ! Reassuring to know it's not just me finding it difficult to obtain the right guidance, alanrow. We have a Cunard Ball at one end of our 22 night world cruise sector and a Black & White Ball at the other end. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cats2010 Posted October 7, 2014 #6 Share Posted October 7, 2014 Well, I would not worry too much. Evening dress and smoking or black suit should be fine. I would find it unappropriate to be guided too much. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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