wahoowa12 Posted August 10, 2013 #1 Share Posted August 10, 2013 My husband asked me to post this question: does he need to bring a suit for the evenings or can he get by with a sport jacket, tie and khakis? Are khakis appropriate for formal nights? We are traveling on the Navigator, Mediterranean cruise later this month. Thanks for any guidance... we don't want him to be tacky! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richst48 Posted August 10, 2013 #2 Share Posted August 10, 2013 The only time jacket and tie are required is on the formal nights. You will see men those nights in everything from kaiki's and sport coat to a tux. We were just on the Navigator in early July. This is a great cruise. You will have a lot of fun if you don't run in to a lot of Italians on it. We found out they are very rude, especially their teenagers. Have fun! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarea Posted August 10, 2013 #3 Share Posted August 10, 2013 My husband asked me to post this question: does he need to bring a suit for the evenings or can he get by with a sport jacket, tie and khakis? Are khakis appropriate for formal nights? We are traveling on the Navigator, Mediterranean cruise later this month. Thanks for any guidance... we don't want him to be tacky! You will see a wide range of attire on formal night. Some men will have tuxedos, some suit and tie, some sport coat and tie, some sport coat and no tie, some khakis and a polo shirt, and probably some in shorts. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cb at sea Posted August 10, 2013 #4 Share Posted August 10, 2013 You can certainly "get by" with a sportscoat and slacks..... In reality, around and about the ship, you will see folks in all manner of dress. It's mainly in the dining room where the "formality" is on formal nights. Now,Hubby and I don't change back into casual clothes, if we take the time to look spectacular, but many will! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teddie Posted August 10, 2013 #5 Share Posted August 10, 2013 And occasionally, men in kilts :) Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BeachChik Posted August 10, 2013 #6 Share Posted August 10, 2013 The only time jacket and tie are required is on the formal nights. You will see men those nights in everything from kaiki's and sport coat to a tux. We were just on the Navigator in early July. This is a great cruise. You will have a lot of fun if you don't run in to a lot of Italians on it. We found out they are very rude, especially their teenagers. Have fun! A jacket and tie are never required, they are suggested. To the op it is your choice if he wants to wear a suit or not. And really what was the point of the Italian comment other then to just be rude? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RevSmith Posted August 10, 2013 #7 Share Posted August 10, 2013 My husband asked me to post this question: does he need to bring a suit for the evenings or can he get by with a sport jacket, tie and khakis? Are khakis appropriate for formal nights? We are traveling on the Navigator, Mediterranean cruise later this month. Thanks for any guidance... we don't want him to be tacky! The days of formal attire are slowly leaving us. I don't know if that's good or bad, but it's a fact. He can wear what ever he wants as long as it looks half way decent on any night. So avoid the hassle and let it go. Have fun on your cruise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xxoocruiser Posted August 10, 2013 #8 Share Posted August 10, 2013 The only time jacket and tie are required is on the formal nights. You will see men those nights in everything from kaiki's and sport coat to a tux. Actually a jacket and tie is NOT required on formal nights RCCL's dress code is a only a "Suggested Guideline" and is not mandatory. States so on it's website : http://www.royalcaribbean.com/customersupport/faq/details.do?pagename=frequently_asked_questions&pnav=5&snav=2&faqId=255&faqSubjectId=334&faqSubjectName=Life+Onboard&faqType=faq Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cjknox Posted August 10, 2013 #9 Share Posted August 10, 2013 On the non formal evenings a nice pair of khakis or slacks and a casual or dress shirt. Hope this helps. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
abridalmaven Posted August 10, 2013 #10 Share Posted August 10, 2013 Cruises in Europe are more formal. Couple at our table last year in the Indy never dressed in less than smart casual on non formal nights and formal on all 3 formal nights. Sent using the Cruise Critic forums app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blue Line Posted August 10, 2013 #11 Share Posted August 10, 2013 It seems that it is "suggested". The last cruise we went on I rented tuxedos for my son, his cousin and me. 2 were from mens warehouse (we picked up in CA and returned in FLL) and 1 from the ship (kind of a long story as to the why we did this - it was poor planning on my part (ok, i guess not that long of a story)). Without a doubt I was glad we did this. We got compliments everywhere we went on both formal nights and the pictures we took looked amazing. I know its not for everyone, but I would do it again. One thing I have learned (at least for myself) is that I would rather be over dressed than uncomfortable all night worrying about being under dressed. That being said, I couldn't have cared less about what others were or weren't wearing. To each their own. Have your husband wear what he would be comfortable in Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
B-52 Posted August 10, 2013 #12 Share Posted August 10, 2013 I have not brought a suit since our 2nd cruise...I then learned it was NOT REQUIRED....I do bring a sports jacket and one tie, which I wear with a pair Docker slacks....although I have not worn the tie in the last 8-10 cruises....it is for emergencies..... I understand the attraction for some people to get all spiffied up in formal attire, and that's Ok.....but it is also Ok not to... Like someone else said, it is slowly becoming a thing of the past..... They used to gave Caribbean Night, and it was suggested everyone wear something "Tropical" such as a Hawaiian shirt for the men....well that also slowly died away..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bouhunter Posted August 10, 2013 #13 Share Posted August 10, 2013 A suit or coat is NOT necessary, don't bother packing if you don't want to. Period. Regardless of what the dress code snobs here may say. There will be lots of guys in the MDR without coats and/or ties. And life will go on:D In fact I think the dumbest look on board is the guys with ties but no jacket. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lisiamc Posted August 10, 2013 #14 Share Posted August 10, 2013 The only time jacket and tie are required is on the formal nights. You will see men those nights in everything from kaiki's and sport coat to a tux. We were just on the Navigator in early July. This is a great cruise. You will have a lot of fun if you don't run in to a lot of Italians on it. We found out they are very rude, especially their teenagers. Have fun! Because people, especially teenagers, from other countries are never rude?:rolleyes: We took this cruise last year and loved it. We met quite a few Italians on board, and they were very nice. Rude people can come from anywhere. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zaknzoey Posted August 10, 2013 #15 Share Posted August 10, 2013 You will have a lot of fun if you don't run in to a lot of Italians on it. We found out they are very rude, especially their teenagers. Wow.........really?? :eek: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oneputt18 Posted August 10, 2013 #16 Share Posted August 10, 2013 Gee, another dress code thread. Sent from my DROID RAZR using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wahoowa12 Posted August 10, 2013 Author #17 Share Posted August 10, 2013 Gee, if you didn't want to see "another dress code thread", why did you even open the thread since dress code was obviously the subject? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wahoowa12 Posted August 10, 2013 Author #18 Share Posted August 10, 2013 Thanks to everyone for their gracious and helpful responses...much appreciated. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scoob2010 Posted August 10, 2013 #19 Share Posted August 10, 2013 Gee, if you didn't want to see "another dress code thread", why did you even open the thread since dress code was obviously the subject? Don't let it bother you. I don't mind reading new threads on old subjects because it allows me to get some new input without going through pages and pages of old postings. Check out the XDA-Developers threads that can go for hundreds of pages if you want an example...:o Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gonzo70 Posted August 10, 2013 #20 Share Posted August 10, 2013 You will have a lot of fun if you don't run in to a lot of Italians on it. We found out they are very rude, especially their teenagers. Seriously? :confused: Keep your bigoted opinions to yourself. :mad: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oneputt18 Posted August 10, 2013 #21 Share Posted August 10, 2013 Maybe if people used what is available in this forum, the same topic wouldn't be repeated time after time. Sent from my DROID RAZR using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mom says Posted August 10, 2013 #22 Share Posted August 10, 2013 We were just on the Navigator in early July. This is a great cruise. You will have a lot of fun if you don't run in to a lot of Italians on it. We found out they are very rude, especially their teenagers. Have fun! Talk about painting an entire population with a wide, ugly, xenophobic brush. Some opinions should be kept to yourself and not shared. I will do your fellow countrymen the courtesy of not assuming they are all like you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karena1 Posted August 10, 2013 #23 Share Posted August 10, 2013 My husband asked me to post this question: does he need to bring a suit for the evenings or can he get by with a sport jacket, tie and khakis? Are khakis appropriate for formal nights? We are traveling on the Navigator, Mediterranean cruise later this month. Thanks for any guidance... we don't want him to be tacky! My husband take silk pants and silk shirts (like Tommy Bahamas) for all nights but formal. On formal nights on 7 night cruises we dress to the max, him in a tux and me in a formal. On 3 nighters we do not do formal, I just wear a sundress and he does his silk pants/shirt combo. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
z44212 Posted August 11, 2013 #24 Share Posted August 11, 2013 My husband asked me to post this question: does he need to bring a suit for the evenings or can he get by with a sport jacket, tie and khakis? Are khakis appropriate for formal nights? We are traveling on the Navigator, Mediterranean cruise later this month. Thanks for any guidance... we don't want him to be tacky! I did that on the Allure and did not feel out of place (toss in a pocket square and you'll be dressed sharper than folks in suits and tuxedos). That's a Caribbean cruise though. European may be a bit more formal. The jacket also worked for smart casual. I just dropped the tie. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mpoole3 Posted August 11, 2013 #25 Share Posted August 11, 2013 It's hard to believe I wear a blazer on Non-formal nights, and now that's accepted on "formal" night. Times are changing... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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