katienotes Posted November 17, 2015 #1 Share Posted November 17, 2015 Taking our young children on their first cruise in December. Short cruise, Bahamas, Carnival. My daughters have asked me to wear my "pretty dress" - technically, it's a ballgown. Way beyond the evening gowns or cocktail dresses I'm used to. So: is this too much? I'm really more interested in making my kids happy than anyone else, since I go home with my kids ;) But I don't want to be "that woman" dressed way too far on the boat. Help? (Photo is of my friend in the dress. I am taller, and don't wear tiaras. ;) I have a black velvet jacket I wear with the dress. ) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruisinwithmaandpa Posted November 17, 2015 #2 Share Posted November 17, 2015 (edited) You typically won't find many people dressed up on a 3-4 night Carnival cruise. If you decide to wear it, I would suggest leaving the velvet jacket at home and bring a pashima scarf along. It's your cruise and wear what makes you and your children happy. Edited November 17, 2015 by cruisinwithmaandpa Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OCruisers Posted November 17, 2015 #3 Share Posted November 17, 2015 Welcome to Cruise Critic. Few wear ball gowns for Carnival's Elegant night ... but you certainly can if you wish. Look forward to having a great cruise. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SadieN Posted November 17, 2015 #4 Share Posted November 17, 2015 If you want to pack it, go for it. Every cruise we see one or two. Most will wear cocktail length or black slacks and a sparkly top. I'd be afraid of someone stepping on the dress. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
caviargal Posted November 17, 2015 #5 Share Posted November 17, 2015 If you are truly ok with possibly being the only one dressed formally, then go for it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Repsol Rod Posted November 17, 2015 #6 Share Posted November 17, 2015 As others have said, you may be one of only a few but if it makes you happy that's all that matters. I find the older I get, the less I care what other people think. Life is so fleeting and a missed opportunity can never be recovered. Enjoy! Rep Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sgb Posted November 17, 2015 #7 Share Posted November 17, 2015 I think the dress is pretty and you should wear it, if that's what you want. I'm sure there will be others with gowns on. You will see some gowns, cocktail dresses, slacks w/nice tops. If that's what your daughters want, than go for it....and have pictures taken so you can share with your daughters in the future. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iheartbda Posted November 18, 2015 #8 Share Posted November 18, 2015 As others have said, you may be one of only a few but if it makes you happy that's all that matters. I find the older I get, the less I care what other people think. Life is so fleeting and a missed opportunity can never be recovered. Enjoy! Rep ^^^^^^^^^ This, from the man who wore a kilt.:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
092306 Posted November 18, 2015 #9 Share Posted November 18, 2015 I say go for it and take some nice family pictures. Enjoy! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shipgeeks Posted November 19, 2015 #10 Share Posted November 19, 2015 We have found Christmastime cruises to be dressier than others, with children as well as grownups in very dressy dresses, suits and ties. Are your daughters planning to take special dresses? I would do it; it looks like a beautiful dress, and it's a special time together. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sail7seas Posted November 20, 2015 #11 Share Posted November 20, 2015 Why not wear it? If it makes you and your children happy, what could matter more? :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Keith1010 Posted November 20, 2015 #12 Share Posted November 20, 2015 I think it's nice that your daughter's have ask you to wear it so that would be nice. Either way get lots of photos on your cruise with the family. You are making memories that will last for a lifetime and the photos will allow you and the family to relive them in the years to come. Keith Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
awhfy Posted November 24, 2015 #13 Share Posted November 24, 2015 The dress is gorgeous. I probably wouldn't wear the velvet jacket (but then I get really hot). You'll have stunning pictures Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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