Is there anyone here who still....enjoys elegance?

[NLH Arizona]

(We were hoping to meet you on Eclipse! Maybe another time)

Sorry I missed meeting you as well. Hopefully, we will be on another cruise together!

 

Nancy

[SheriffJoe]

Actually they do mind us "dressing up" We are made fun of and judged. And called names. Also' date=' re-read my original post. There is no demanding anyone do anything. Each to his own. Live and let live!![/quote']

 

Oh how the times have changed and as such the posts here on CC....less than 10 years ago on here these threads were the exact opposite of the way they are now.....then it was the casual dressers begging to be left alone and to dress as they liked and they were constantly bashed by the holier than thou "elegant" dressers..:rolleyes:....now its the elegant ones begging for acceptance in the MDR hahaha....I guess what comes around goes around.....mind you I have always worn formal wear in the past on cruises but am tired of it and no longer will BUT I have always hated the way the formal crowd bashed the casual crowd here so I am enjoying how things have "changed" :D

Edited February 9, 2016 by SheriffJoe

[phoenix_dream]

As to the original question, for years we enjoyed the dressing up on formal nights - DH had his tux and I relied on slinky black and sparkly stuff. Truth be told, there is a part of us that is tired of doing that, including the hassle of schlepping along all those extra clothes when airlines are so money hungry with baggage charges. So my honest answer is that I am glad formal nights are gone, but at the same time do prefer dressing nicely every single night - no jeans for us, ever (although I know they are in code and am not criticizing).

 

I do get tired of all the push back every time someone does not like a new change. We get accused of being old fashioned, old fogies, stuck in the past, geezers (yes, that has been said here and there), complainers, people who should be happy just to be cruising so should never say anything negative, people who are never satisfied no matter what, entitled, snobs, and the list goes on and on and on. As I have 'debated' on these boards many a time - don't accuse me of being resistant to change just because I don't happen to like a particular change. Just because something is a change does not necessarily make it good for everyone (I certainly didn't like the 'change' in my employment when I got laid off after 25 years at the same company for example:(), and everyone has different things that are important to them. It would be nice if we could all just state opinions pro or con if we want to, but with courtesy and respect for others opinions. There is just WAY too much name calling (implied/subtle and not-so-subtle) on the boards these days.

[phoenix_dream]

I was thinking the same thing. On my January cruise, there were a few in truly formal wear and they looked fantastic and then there were those more casually dressed and they also look fantastic.

 

BTW, I don't believe anyone onboard the ship told anyone to "get with it" or poked fun at those who dressed formally; what someone was wearing was pretty much a non-issue on the cruise. If it is those on this site that have said to "get with it" or poked fun, just remember a lot of what is said on here is never said on the ships. So, dress how you would like and enjoy your cruise.

I agree with you that any negative comments (and I think they often go beyond just 'poked fun') are strictly experienced on these boards, but never on the ship itself. I have never heard any of that kind of behavior on my 25+ cruises on X.

[El Crucero]

I wouldn't call this super formal but i still feel overdressed compared to some people!!!!

 

You all look stunning! Well done! An exhibition of good manners and what is appropriate for Celebrity's "elegant chic" night! We would be pleased to share a dinner table with you any night.

[SheriffJoe]

I enjoy elegance under the right circumstances. After reading more about what is or once was considered formal attire on cruises, I realized that I broke the rules on my first two cruises. I didn't "dress down", but was likely under dressed, per the rules, because I was wearing cocktail dresses instead of gowns. My relief at the official change to "evening chic" is the fact that I don't feel that floor-length gowns travel by air very well and also take up a lot of space. For someone not willing to pay an extra baggage fee simply to bring an evening dress, I'm glad of the change. I do wear evening dresses at home when the occasion calls for it. I believe that as long as you come to the MDR or your assigned restaurant looking clean, well-pressed, and in something that you consider "dressy" then you are doing a-ok. Any woman who wants to wear a full-length gown should. Likewise, I'll stick to evening pants and a dressy top going forward. I would definitely frown on someone wearing jeans and a t-shirt to the dining room, but as I didn't see that, I smiled every night.

 

Why would you frown at someone who is following the dress code by wearing jeans in the MDR?

[gek]

I guess what you are really looking for is some moral support for your desire to dress "elegantly". Well, sure, I'll support you. Go ahead and dress in your finery if that's what you enjoy. There are plenty of people who feel the same way. You are certainly not alone.

 

Meanwhile I will celebrate the fact that other people's definition of "elegance" is no longer being force fed to the rest of us.

[mvaughan]

You should dress how you wish. I personally do not care what others are wearing. It doesn't affect my vacation. But as another poster said, just don't hog the loungers on deck or by the pool. Thanks.

[gek]

Oh how the times have changed and as such the posts here on CC....less than 10 years ago on here these threads were the exact opposite of the way they are now.....

 

10 years ago? More like 2.

[teltrainer]

My family and I love dressing up for Formal Nights. I am 21, my sister is 18 and my parents are in their late 40's early 50's. We have noticed that the dress code depends on where you are sailing, and we were actually disappointed on the last Celebrity cruise (Caribbean 2013) that not many people dressed up on formal night.

 

We don't go over the top but my Dad always wears his Dinner Jacket and my Mum, sister and I wear dresses.

 

Although long dresses are often out the question, (i feel out of place as no-one wears them anymore!) we always try and co-ordinate!

 

I wouldn't call this super formal but i still feel overdressed compared to some people!!!!

 

 

Lovely! thank you for sharing. So nice to see young people dressing up.

[rngoofy]

We still enjoy dressing up on cruises or any vacation we are on, vacations are special times for us, we enjoy them :)

[Ma Bell]

Oh how the times have changed and as such the posts here on CC....less than 10 years ago on here these threads were the exact opposite of the way they are now.....then it was the casual dressers begging to be left alone and to dress as they liked and they were constantly bashed by the holier than thou "elegant" dressers..:rolleyes:....now its the elegant ones begging for acceptance in the MDR hahaha....I guess what comes around goes around.....mind you I have always worn formal wear in the past on cruises but am tired of it and no longer will BUT I have always hated the way the formal crowd bashed the casual crowd here so I am enjoying how things have "changed" :D

 

Joe, I don't think this is true. Celebrity had a dress code, it wasn't the passengers making the rules. Most of the objections on these boards were to people ignoring the dress code, not to what they were wearing. There is a difference in ignoring a dress code that is in place and choosing what one wears within the dress code.

 

The dress code has changed but I think we will find that there won't really be that much of a difference in how most people have been dressing for a long time.

 

I doubt that anyone would be begging for acceptance for looking good.

Edited February 9, 2016 by Ma Bell

[Cruizen Susan]

I guess what you are really looking for is some moral support for your desire to dress "elegantly". Well, sure, I'll support you. Go ahead and dress in your finery if that's what you enjoy. There are plenty of people who feel the same way. You are certainly not alone.

 

Meanwhile I will celebrate the fact that other people's definition of "elegance" is no longer being force fed to the rest of us.

 

Actually.....umm.....no. I have repeatedly said I am not looking for support or validation or permission. I will wear what I choose to wear. You should wear what you choose to wear. People seem to be putting words in my mouth.

 

All in all, I am happy to see the majority still like to "dress." Not necessary, but nice.

 

Whatever floats your boat!! (excuse the pun)

[deliver42]

I have 2 suites and about 4 sport jackets. The only time I wear them is on a cruise. My better half has formal dresses that she only wears on cruises. We do enjoy dressing up, though not with tux and gowns. We are going to Alaska next year on HAL, and won't be dressing up for that cruise.With the extra clothes we'll be bringing due to weather, another suite case isn't in the cards. We will dress "chic" for that cruise only, then go back to formal nights.

[smileyjannie]

I love seeing all the people that are dressed to the nines on elegant night. We don't dress in suits and formals, but we always dress up, more so on elegant night but we dress nicely for dinner each night. We also take that opportunity to possibly have a really nice updated portrait. :)

[richsea]

I would love to keep this thread positive' date=' and only hear from people who answer my question, me the OP. There have been many opinionated posts regarding the dress code more recently than ever. Those most vocal are very opposed to seeing people in their elegant "finery." After all, many of us are on vacation, and enjoy packing clothing and accessories we don't get to wear as often at home. Personally, I enjoy dining with my DH, just as we do when we go to a high-end restaurant. It feels romantic, like a date!! :)

 

But we who enjoy the elegance are called absurd, ridiculous, snobs, trolls, and are made fun of the way we "play dress up."

 

Those opposed to upscale dress claim that MOST of the X cruisers now have left behind the elegance and have opted for a far more casual garb. In my experience and in my observations, this is not true. My question to you is this: Do you still enjoy elegance and refinement while dining? (Nothing against those who don't, I don't want to hear from you, I want to hear from those do enjoy your suit and tie and dresses)

 

I would have set up a poll, but it would be loaded with the nay's because they are the most vocal.

 

Please let me know if you like to bring your suits and dresses on your cruises. Our resident dress code dictators say it's all in the past, but I have seen otherwise.

 

DISCLAIMER: I am not a snob lol, and feel that anyone can dress as they choose. I only ask that you also allow me to dress as I choose, without judgement or name-calling. Thank you.[/quote']

 

I haven't, & will not read this thread past your initial post, but will say that if you do not want negative replies, then you should not start off by making an inflaming statement ( which I do not think is true) that many people are opposed to seeing people in their elegant "finery"; that's like saying "come on, come at me, I dare ya!".

[Cruizen Susan]

 

Please let me know if you like to bring your suits and dresses on your cruises. Our resident dress code dictators say it's all in the past' date=' but I have seen otherwise.

 

....Hi Susan! Hubby still plans tux and I my bling and dresses. Will look forward to chatting over Martinis. Love the opportunity to dress up too.

 

Melissa[/quote']

 

Chatting over Martinis!! Yes! Does this mean you will be on the Equinox in a few weeks! If so, see you there, Melissa!

[lovemylab]

Truth be told, there is a part of us that is tired of doing that, including the hassle of schlepping along all those extra clothes when airlines are so money hungry with baggage charges. So my honest answer is that I am glad formal nights are gone, but at the same time do prefer dressing nicely every single night.

 

This is us as well.

 

We like dressing nicely for dinner, but prefer to leave the suits and evening gowns at home.

[Cruizen Susan]

I haven't, & will not read this thread past your initial post, but will say that if you do not want negative replies, then you should not start off by making an inflaming statement ( which I do not think is true) that many people are opposed to seeing people in their elegant "finery"; that's like saying "come on, come at me, I dare ya!".

 

Interesting, because the majority of the posts have been positive, which was my hope and expectation.

 

Upon glancing at your posting history, it's very revealing. *wink wink*

[swigso]

My dear lovely lady wears beautiful dresses and looks so elegant and

beautiful. I will continue to wear my dinner suit and will be proud to escort her to the dining room.

That's what I have been told anyway 😜😂😂😂

[ehfl]

Times change. What was once seen as elegant can now seem tacky. People still enjoy dressing up, they may just chose to do so with today's style, rather than yesterday's idea of going out for the evening. It really doesn't matter to me what people wear. If they want to dress up by wearing a tuxedo, that's fine. If they want to dress up by wearing designer jeans and a modern jacket, that's fine too. I'm not going to waste my vacation worrying about what other people are wearing. I'll leave the whining to others.

[claroquesi]

If you enjoy dressing to the nine, QM2 is the cruise for you. You can dress formal every night.

 

Which is why our money is going to Cunard next time.

[Cruizen Susan]

Cruising Susan

We both enjoy dressing up as well. Makes it seem special.

See you onboard in a few weeks.

 

Terrific!! Are you on the roll call? See you at the Martini bar too!!

[Gordoncruickshank]

I am afraid that the kilt will remain in my wardrobe at home this year. It has gone with us on e dry cruise but the hustle of dressing up in a hot climate no longer appeals as formal nights are no more. I will take a selection of jackets and trousers (slacks for those not from where I come from) and no ties and will be perfectly comfortable. It is far too warm in the Caribbean to wear that many clothes.

[newyorkray]

Hi, Susan, I like the elegance. My first Celebrity cruise was my honeymoon (second marriage) in 1996 on the old Celebrity Meridian, so small compared to todays ships. We fell in love with cruising. We did the Zenith next year and the Century the year it came out, 11 Celebrity cruises with one booked for March 20. Going into the dining room in a tux with my wife in a really nice gown so nice. My wife is a teacher and doesn't get dressed up for work, I work as a hospital unit manager and am not usually required to wear jacket and tie except for occasional meetings and events. I own a tux that I have brought on every cruise but as time has gone on we unfortunately feel out of place. The dress code has been talked about on here, endlessly for over 15 years, maybe 20. There is no right or wrong. I certainly understand people on vacation who just want to relax and that's their right. It is also my right to get dressed up and not feel out of place, or criticized. Use to be Celebrity's policy you could not go for dinner in the main dining room without a tux or dark suit, I missed those days. Young people look at those in a tux as if they are so out of touch with reality. I did go on a cruise as a family reunion on the Breakaway 3 years ago and the most I brought was a sports jacket. I must admit I enjoyed the casualness but there aren't enough life events for getting really dressed up. We are common people who live modestly and when we vacation a little fantasy is nice besides the feeling of elegance without being a millionaire. I'm with you, we shouldn't be made to feel out of place. Truthfully, I'm still undecided about bringing the tux this cruise, would be my first Celebrity cruise without.