navylark Posted February 9, 2010 #1 Share Posted February 9, 2010 The Navylarks will be cruising for the first time in many years with RCI - mainly because our daughter lives in the US and so finds RCI convenient. We llive in the UK and are used to cruising with P&O, Cunard etc. Their formal dress codes are are quite 'formal' that is for the gents - tuxedo is the norm. So can we have some advice re the likely norms on RCI - are Tuxedos required or do many gents simply have a suit and tie. I am sure the answer is on the forum some where but I cannot find it. Many thanks The Navylarks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jodanuke Posted February 9, 2010 #2 Share Posted February 9, 2010 Tuxedo or jacket and tie is "supposed" to be formal - but - people seem to wear what they please regardless of what anyone says. I think that people don't want to go formal in case they turn up and find that they are the only ones dressed up. A bit like the old urban legend of going to a party and being told is fancy dress, and dressing up only to find that your the only one in fancy dress..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davekathy Posted February 9, 2010 #3 Share Posted February 9, 2010 The Navylarks will be cruising for the first time in many years with RCI - mainly because our daughter lives in the US and so finds RCI convenient.We llive in the UK and are used to cruising with P&O, Cunard etc. Their formal dress codes are are quite 'formal' that is for the gents - tuxedo is the norm. So can we have some advice re the likely norms on RCI - are Tuxedos required or do many gents simply have a suit and tie. I am sure the answer is on the forum some where but I cannot find it. Many thanks The Navylarks Tuxedo or suit and tie is suggested and not required. Either one will be fine. Your choice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
navylark Posted February 9, 2010 Author #4 Share Posted February 9, 2010 Many thanks for the prompt replies. I guess I should have really asked - what do the majority wear? As we are travelling from the UK -a business suit would be easier to pack - so I trust I would not be 'out of place' wearing it. Many thanks The Navylarks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shives Posted February 9, 2010 #5 Share Posted February 9, 2010 For women you will see anywhere from formal gowns to pants/dressy tops. On the longer cruises, the formal nights seem to be more formal than on the shorter cruises. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luvlake Posted February 9, 2010 #6 Share Posted February 9, 2010 Pack your business suit, it will be the norm. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cb at sea Posted February 9, 2010 #7 Share Posted February 9, 2010 "Formal" means the same on EVERY line...whether folks adhere to it, is another story! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lcguy Posted February 9, 2010 #8 Share Posted February 9, 2010 Regardless of what others say, per RCI's cruise services directory that you will find in your cabin... Dining Areas Dress Code: Dining Rooms and Specialty Restaurants: No bare feet or bathing suits are permitted in these areas. Tank tops, caps and shorts are not allowed during dinner. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrPete Posted February 9, 2010 #9 Share Posted February 9, 2010 The norm on every cruise is suit and tie for the guys, and elegant dresses for the ladies. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luvlake Posted February 9, 2010 #10 Share Posted February 9, 2010 The norm on every cruise is suit and tie for the guys, and elegant dresses for the ladies. I agree! Two weeks ago we were on the IOS and saw two couples going in on formal night with tuxedo t-shirts and black slacks.:eek: That is not the norm! Honestly didn't think they would get in but guess what, they enjoyed their dinner just like everyone else. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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