What do you wear in the MDR on casual night?

[victoryred]

I totally agree with how you and your family approach dinner, folks, will it really kill us to put on a nice pair of slacks, a button down or polo and nice shoes for a couple hours, same for the ladies, a nice sundress or slack and blouse on casual nights. I personnally think nothing looks better than to see everyone dressed for elegant night, and as the above poster said, go back to cabin and change into casuals after dinner.

 

Nothing, and I mean nothing looks worse than someone in the MDR, in jeans t-shirts and flip flops. I really wish Carnival would enforce this policy and not allow it to go on.

 

Tim

 

I wish some people would actually read the dress code for Carnival:rolleyes:

[catlib55]

We just got off the Legend yesterday. In the MDR, there were lots of men wearing "bermuda" shorts, nice-looking. I did not see too many people wearing jeans. The men wore mainly shorts or Kakhis (sp?), and the women wore mostly capri sets or slack sets - the MDR was cool.

[cptbfcb]

Main Dining Room Casual Attire - Men are permitted to wear slacks or dressy shorts - no denim or sports shorts. They wear any shirt except tee shirts. Women wear dressy skirts, dresses, slacks or capri length pants with casual or dressy tops. No sneakers allowed in the evening.

[gtalum]

I generally wear khakis and a polo shirt on casual nights, though sometimes, especially on short cruises, I'll wear jeans and a polo.

 

On "Elegant" night I wear dress pants, button-down shirt, and sport-coat.

[cptbfcb]

Main Dining Room Casual Attire - Men are permitted to wear slacks or dressy shorts - no denim or sports shorts. They wear any shirt except tee shirts. Women wear skirts, dresses, slacks or capri length pants with casual or dressy tops. No sneakers allowed in the evening.

[cptbfcb]

I see there are a few people who believe you can wear whatever you want. Carnival isn't refusing them entrance to the dining room if they haven't paid attention to dress code requests. However, other diners appreciate consideration by all guests because the dining rooms provide an elegant dining experience every night. As long as people don't wear jeans, sports shorts, tee shirts, sneakers and flip flops they don't draw adverse attention to themselves. Younger children are not scrutinized but teenagers should dress the same as adults.

[victoryred]

I see there are a few people who believe you can wear whatever you want. Carnival isn't refusing them entrance to the dining room if they haven't paid attention to dress code requests. However, other diners appreciate consideration by all guests because the dining rooms provide an elegant dining experience every night. As long as people don't wear jeans, sports shorts, tee shirts, sneakers and flip flops they don't draw adverse attention to themselves. Younger children are not scrutinized but teenagers should dress the same as adults.

 

So who are you:confused:

[RDP3181]

For a 7-day cruise (4 casual, 2 elegant, 1 anything), for MDR attire, I will usually pack:

 

2 golf/polo shirts

2 dress shirts with ties

2 khaki pants

2 dress pants

Brown and black socks and shoes.

 

To cut down on luggage, I have been thinking about cutting down to one elegent setup and one casual setup, but I do not know if I want to wear the same thing to the MDR every casual evening.

[blindrid]

There is lots of discussion on these boards about elegant night clothing but not so much about what people wear to dinner on casual nights in the MDR and to the shows, etc.

 

I have read what Carnival says:

 

Cruise Casual Dining Dress Code: Gentlemen - Sport slacks, khakis, jeans (no cut-offs), dress shorts (long), collared sport shirts; Ladies - Casual dresses, casual skirts or pants and blouses, summer dresses, Capri pants, dress shorts, jeans (no cut-offs).

Not permitted in the dining room during the Cruise Casual dinner for ladies and gentlemen: shorts, gym shorts, basketball shorts, beach flip-flops, bathing suit attire, cut-off jeans, sleeveless shirts for men and baseball hats.

 

But what does this mean for your family? We are travelling with 2 teenage boys on the Dream during March break. Our boys will be wearing shorts ('cause it has been really cold up here in Canada this winter!!) but are t-shirts OK or would polo shirts be better? What do you ladies usually wear? I know what Carnival says, but what is really being worn?

 

Thanks in advance!!

 

To us, it was totally dependent upon what the day brought. Last month, the first night we did jeans, other nights we either did shorts, jeans, slacks or dockers with whatever shirt was appropriate. I think tshirts with jeans / shorts are fine with obvious exceptions based on how they look. In essence, your consience is your guide - you'll be fine whatever you choose. Dress comfy and you'll be fine.

 

Don't let the fashion police in here sway you.

[capndinghy]

I usually wear something like this on Elegant night. On casual nights I wear polo shirts and slacks.

I leave shorts and wife beater T-shirts to those who think they are appropriate!

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[McDebbie]

We both wore dress shorts every night except elegant nights on our Victory cruise out of San Juan in September. I really didn't look around to see what other people were wearing but I know we didn't feel out of place. Or maybe we just didn't care.

 

We are taking grandson in February and all three of us will be wearing shorts except for elegant night.

[PollyNJ]

After 32 cruises I have seen many changes in the MDR attire on all the lines. My husband and I dress as we would if we were going to any nice area restaurtant. We recently took our grown children on a cruise last May. Our one son who is 25 dresses in this "Goth" look all the time with a black hat. My husband told him that attire is not suitable for the dining room. At first he gave us some trouble until he was told...that he can stay home and take care of the cats..lol. My husband bought him a very nice Tommy Bahama black silk shirt and a nice pair of casual khaki pants. His GF was so excited when she saw how nice he looked. They then actually went out and purchased some nice shirts to wear with the pants. Shorts and a nice shirt are fine for your teenage sons, as long as the shorts are not torn or frayed. Just buy them one pair and a few shirts.

[Elmer McCurdy]

Nothing, and I mean nothing looks worse than someone in the MDR, in jeans t-shirts and flip flops. I really wish Carnival would enforce this policy and not allow it to go on.

 

You're just gonna have to avert your eyes as I walk by then.

 

And BTW, you can wear jeans, a t-shirt and flipflops every night that isn't Elegant Nights.

[Julienatul]

we wear business type/work type clothing for casual and formal wear for dress up nights. Although DH wears a jacket and sweater so I wouldnt exactly call it "formal".

[True Texan]

I wear a sundress or slacks. My husband wears nice Khaki Shorts or Slacks and a polo shirt.

[vfb2girls]

I usually wear a sundress and husband wears nice pants with a polo shirt.

[screwsmcernst]

Like one of the other posters' date=' we also dress each evening for dinner. I will wear a cocktail dress and DH will wear and suit/sportcoat and tie. [/color'](this last trip he wore his Dress Blues);)

 

I wear a long gown on elegant/formal night and DH wears his tux. Even though we only had one elegant/formal night on this last cruise, we chose to dress formal on two nights.

 

We also stay dressed in our evening clothes until retiring to our cabin for the night. It's just something that we both enjoy doing on our cruises. We are blessed to live within driving distance of several ports, so thankfully flights or the extra luggage does not present the problems for us that so many others have to face with the weight limits and extra fees.

 

Like G'ma, we tend to be more traditional, a bit conservative and that other word she used...."old...er".:D

 

 

I just wanted to say how much I liked your pictures. And I LOVE the sassy red dress. My DH and I stay in our dressy clothes also. I like to go to the casino after dinner on elegant night. I feel so "James Bond ish" :D

[golfb4cruzing]

When we sailed there was just about everything. Some people on this board need a reality check. It's vacation people and if you are offended then try and make your way out the door with your nose that high in the air. If you want to be all that, go to the pay extra restaurant. Go on Celebrity or whatever tight cheek vessel is out there. I know I paid good money for my ticket and room. And if the wife will let me wear shorts to dinner, then you better believe I will CUZ I'M ON VACATION.

[Warm Breezes]

On casual nights I wear capri's, a nice top and sandals. DD (14) wears long shorts, a nice top, and sandals. DS(16) wears long shorts (cargo type), a collared polo type shirt, and tennis shoes. DH wears khaki pants or shorts or jeans and a collared hawaiian shirt.

[djcass4199]

Cool! I guess that means if I wear my good cargo shorts and a tucked-in polo shirt, I should be good to go!

[Irishlinny]

I wear capris and a nice top. DH wears nice shorts and a Hawaiian shirt. Sandals for both of us. It's vacation and we love Carnival because it is relaxed dress! We dress up on elegant nite, and those clothes get changed right after dinner;)

[yakdaddy42]

However, other diners appreciate consideration by all guests because the dining rooms provide an elegant dining experience every night.

 

right up to the point where the waiters and server start dancing and waving towels in the air. At that point all the class just went up the whale tail. so now I come dressed as I feel. If that bothers the people that have a easy time looking down there nose, than so be it.

[BallFour4]

Main Dining Room Casual Attire - Men are permitted to wear slacks or dressy shorts - no denim or sports shorts. They wear any shirt except tee shirts. Women wear skirts, dresses, slacks or capri length pants with casual or dressy tops. No sneakers allowed in the evening.

 

Where did you get this text? Not from a Carnival website.

[Drew's Wife]

When we sailed there was just about everything. Some people on this board need a reality check. It's vacation people and if you are offended then try and make your way out the door with your nose that high in the air. If you want to be all that, go to the pay extra restaurant. Go on Celebrity or whatever tight cheek vessel is out there. I know I paid good money for my ticket and room. And if the wife will let me wear shorts to dinner, then you better believe I will CUZ I'M ON VACATIONquote]

 

I have to admit that I feel like your post might have been directed at me because I posted some photos from our last cruise and how much we enjoy dressing for dinner. I guess I just don't understand the apparant anger, and suggesting that people cruise elsewhere and making crude remarks.

 

I would never tell someone to "eat at the Lido" or "call room service" if they were dressed in jeans or shorts. I find it mildly disturbing that I and others who do enjoy dressing for dinner are stereotyped as snobs. As a Southern "Lady", I was taught to treat everyone with grace and respect.

 

I guess it is true that I would love to see everyone dress for dinner, have impeccable table manners and act with a certain amount of decorum in the MDR. But I also am aware that we live in the real world and things have changed, although in some ways, in my humble opinion, not for the betterment of mankind.

 

I guess my point is that lately, there seems to be so much anger and condesending verbalism toward posters, when they really don't deserve it.

When people make post such as "they can bite me" it only reflects on the posters lack of respect, civility and manners for fellow posters on here.

 

I don't post on here with the intention of making anyone feel bad or angry, although I may have done just that very thing. If so, then I need to say that I am very sorry for any offense, but I am not sorry for my stand on certain issues.

 

I did notice one thing that you said that might account for something..... "And if the wife will let me wear shorts to dinner, then you better believe I will CUZ I'M ON VACATION". With that said, my DH has enough respect for my opinon to ask if there is a certain tie or shirt that I would like for him to wear, but it is not my place to decide whether to "Let Him or not Let Him" wear something of his choosing as he is agrown man, the head of our household and I am his wife, not his mother!

 

Oh, and "Thank you for your service to our Country".

[golfb4cruzing]

Dear Drew's Wife

 

I would agree with your post and do enjoy dressing if the event calls for it. With my increasing age, I have found that focusing my energy on matters that have a larger impact serve myself better. The fact that Carnival creates rules and then allows them to be bent is norm in society today. I think as us Boomers, who built the country to a once lofty status, shrink in numbers, and our dollars no longer drive the economy, we will be left with folks with no forward thinking beyond the newest cell phone app. My kids tell me all the time to behave because they will control which nursing facility I will reside in. My apologies if I have let my cabin fever overrun any lucid thoughts. I will adjust my meds according. Any ways back on topic. We do not control the situation therefore why pummel that horse.