Do you think shorts are okay in the MDR for dinner?

[molly361]

Must be time for an official poll on the subject-too many varying opinions to read

[Clarea]

It really does not matter. As long as the cruise line doesn't enforce anything, dress code is meaningless.

[tcgary]

Yes

[SailAwayInAugust]

I am one who doesn't mind dressing up - I actually enjoy it. And truthfully, I don't like seeing people wear poolside attire (tshirts, tank tops & flip flops) to the MDR.

 

However, I DO wear shorts, but the ones I wear are made of a satin dressy material & I pair it with heels and a nice evening top.

 

So to answer the question, I guess it is HOW you wear them. Men with nice dressy shorts, slip on deck shoes and a nice clean pressed collared shirt, would seem quite acceptable - especially on a Carribbean cruise.

Just not on formal night.

[Sea and Me]

I voted yes to the poll:) Shorts are fine but they really should think twice about tank tops. Isn't there a saying "clothes make the person" or something like that? I guess dining room personnel don't want the hassle of arguing with a passenger so they don't say anything on the way they are dressed. I remember only once a man was told to leave due to wearing shorts, now that will be the norm!! Go figure, they want those cabins filled, that's the bottom line.

[trippintex]

first night last night should be fine for shorts never never tank tops for men hairy arm pits is not good in mdr

[PSCruiser]

If it were just nice shorts, that would be no problem. But, knowing how these things go, the shorts will be complimented with tank top and baseball cap.

 

Wait, that's what I just wore on today's hot, sweaty excursion! Since my clothes are OK for MDR, no need to shower!

[TominNC]

The kind of clothes you wear shouldn't indicate whether you need to shower before dinner. But it's always taken to that extreme to make a point.

 

A clean person, in nice shorts, golf shirt and casual shoes should not be an issue at dinner in the MDR

[markeb]

Where's the dead horse when we need it? I'm pretty sure he was beat to pieces in the other thread...

[slyster]

I wish you could edit that to say "do you think nice shorts and a nice shirt are okay in the MDR for dinner"? Most picture the worst when you say just shorts (swimming shorts, jean shorts, cargo shorts, tank tops, t-shirts, etc) The funny thing is before it started happening, my reaction would be heck no, it's not ok. Times are a changing LOL. I go on my cruise in September and I can't imagine wearing shorts, but maybe the culture will change enough by then I'll won't think twice about it.

[dpostman]

Where's the dead horse when we need it? I'm pretty sure he was beat to pieces in the other thread...

 

Here ya go ;)

 

 

dp

[TC1957]

 

However, I DO wear shorts, but the ones I wear are made of a satin dressy material & I pair it with heels and a nice evening top.

 

 

I tried that once and got far too many strange looks...but then I'm a guy. :D

 

While I don't wear them in the evening...it doesn't bother me if others do so I voted accordingly.

[Ourusualbeach]

Are they providing bathrobes at the door in case the shorts and tank tops aren't dressy enough.:D

[gagirl7143]

No

 

 

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[George C]

No, seems to me RCCL is heading in the wrong direction, dress code is just one thing, quality of food in MDR and WJ and getting rid of some of the entertainment. Good chance next year we will go back and try other lines or Sandals

[Snit13]

We sail April 8 and I just put my dressy shirt and top back in the closet. I have never packed "so casual" for a cruise. I guess it is a case of "go with the flo."

 

No longer wear shorts but have lots of capri's and DH has dress shorts. Please tell me they are not allowing cut off jean shorts that are in tatters.

[myfuzzy]

I am just off the Crown, where in one night I encountered THREE different men....older, should know better, had been sent back to change out of their shorts to pants

[tomatecerise]

Skort and Capri for me

[ladyj_46]

Nice clean respectful shorts paired with a top that is modest is fine with me. That said, are we going to have dress codes banning see through materials, breasts hanging out of formal dresses, and slinky gown two sizes too tight? Oh, and will someone put up a sign reminding people to remove their caps.

[F27TW]

Why does it matter? You're sitting down when you eat anyway .. who really sees ur legs?!

 

Besides ... Hellooooo ...... its vacation ... loosen up a little, people.

[9876]

If shorts are worn you definitely need no less than a collared shirt.

[Cuervosar]

Please No.

 

The scenery at the pool deck is bad enough.

[Erwin Family @ Sea]

Some of those legs should clearly be covered!!

[TominNC]

Why are hats/caps so hated? Where did the idea of something on your head being deemed an offense to humanity start?

[Big_G]

The dress code threads are really making a comeback this week. I haven't seen this many in one week in a while.

 

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