Living Life Large

I believe the reason for so many posts and opinions is the ambiguity of several words and the inconsistency of 'enforcement'.

 

Code is not a RULE. However, yes, the 'denim' issue is mentioned in the 'code'. No, it isn't hard to abide by that 'code'......but many travelers find it perplexing. One can go to the best restaurants around the world, wear nice (clean, designer, expensive, however you want to define them) 'jeans' and be totally welcomed. And very well dressed.

 

Elegant casual is another vague phrase. We are not the fashion police, nor should the bartenders or restaurant staff take on that role. We are on vacation. Frankly, I don't care what others wear. If you want to wear a tux or chinos....fine. But if you're using the words 'elegant casual', I assume that simply means to be casual and well dressed!

 

And, while most will not wear denim, those that do have been inconsistently (based on postings and observations here on cc) treated.

 

Yes, this thread, including my post (!) is becoming tedious. But I actually look forward to hearing future observations in real time. LLL, please post. And if anyone witnesses a jean clad passenger being made to walk the gang plank....please take a video for the rest of us ;-)

Bonnie, you have he most rational and common sense post on this topic. I have no intention of dressing like I'm attending a First Cabin dinner party on the Titanic. But I have no intention, nor advocate dressing like a heathen in sweats. Yes, we are on vacation and fun I shall have. I'll test the waters with my dress after a day or two of observing the mood of the enforcers of fashion. Arrggg mates, ye shall walk the plank if yer land libber bow tie spins. Hardy har harr.

Now you are talking! Casual elegance is what I'm taking about and I agree, Dockers and a Polo ain't elegant, but it is casual. So looking forward to Alaska and the Regent experience. Already eyeing a Northern European cruise with them if this all works out. Thanks for the update!

Our friends were on the Voyager and wore smart black jeans with a collared shirt were not exiled from the dining venues. I think it is only a few people on here that make this a big issue.

Glad I'm not expected to dress like I'm at a dinner party on the Titanic! Thanks for the update.

Sir, thank you for you cruise updates. To a new Regent customer like myself, I appreciate your insight and updates, essentially being the eyes to folks who have not sailed the Mainer. I certainly hope another guests follows as the Mariner continues her voyage. I shall reciprocate as I take my trip to Alaska, hopefully taking a selfie from inside the steakhouse wearing my snappy dress jeans and sports jacket :D:):p:eek:

All the best, sir to you and your family.

Feeling so poorly here, nursing a head cold, this did make me chuckle :)

Glad you got a chuckle, it was meant to do so. I've decided to break out a pair of my monogrammed hospital scrubs, perhaps a pair of wing tips and a blue blazer to fit in. Haven't decided if I should wear a monocle accompanied by a 12" cigarette holder and faux candy cigarette or wear my joke Groucho Marx glasses with eyebrows, large nose and mustache with unlit cigar (I don't smoke). "That's the most ridiculous thing I've evea hoid." Reminds me of an episode of MASH where Alan Alda did a mean Groucho in the OR and post-Op, I still chuckle at that.

Fear not my fellow swabbies, I have several pairs of slacks and Tommy Bahama dress pants at the ready. I was fitted last Thursday for three custom dress shirts, they should be ready in six weeks just in time to set sail. I will conform to the rules, I always do. I will not lead a clothing mutiny to force change for fear of waking up in the bowels of the ship sitting next to Charlston Heston, rowing for a week. But I shall smuggle one pair of dress denims on-board, just in case. Yo ho, yo ho it's a pirates life for me. All the best to all, cheers, have a wonderful day, and smile. Life's too short to wear a tux, I'm Living Life Large. :):D:eek::):cool:

Mr. Rumor, thank you and all of your mates for the postings on your cruise. As I stated, my wife and I along with another couple are taking our first Regent cruise in May to Alaska on the Mariner. There has been some apparent misinformation published on Message Board Forum regarding the condition of the Mariner and food quality. Your posting has significantly reduced my anxiety level, thank you so much. BTW, we are going to stay in a Penthouse cabin, if you have any insight into that type of cabin and the real services offered, that would be much appreciated. I made the mistake of asking a question, my very first question on the Community Message Board if "dress denim pants" NOT LEVI JEANS, along with a collared shirt and sports jacket were allowed after 6PM. My gosh, you'd think I asked if I could bring drugs on the ship, I was besieged with snarky, irrational and snotty responses by some folks who got their underwear in a knot, speaking to me like they are Thurston Howell III from Gilligan's Island. Its my first cruise with Regent and my Regent advisor said some cruises allow dress jeans in the evening and some don't. Mr. Rumor, your comments are fun to read and a breath of fresh air to me, the new guy. Enjoy, keep them coming.

Hi Mr. Rumor, I will be taking my first Regent cruise on the Mariner in a couple of months to Alaska. Would be interested in your thoughts and observations about the ship, pro-cons as it will help my party and I navigate with your insight. Thank you much in advance.

I asked a simple question about dress codes and it has started a S### storm. Look, before I get off this horse let me say my wife and I have no desire to dress and act like Mr. And Mrs. Thurston Howell III from Gilligan's Island because I'm on a Regent cruise. I get that it is an upper class, first cabin cruise and not a party Love Boat outfit. That is why I booked a Penthouse. But what I and others were simply making a point, "dress jeans" that we speak of are not faded Levis, they are not rock star jeans with custom holes in the knees. They are very expensive, soft, custom tailored denim material that make Dockers look like gym shorts, sweat pants, etc. others refer to. I have a dozen of them in my closet and they cost around $200 a pair. Those pants with a nice collard shirt and (optional) blazer, I guarantee you would put anyone with Dockers and a Polo shirt in a different game. But Geez, the comments made to "leave your jeans at home, this is a Regent cruise," etc, is a bit over the top. To paraphrase what someone just posted, "If I were to judge Regent based on these posts, I'd be turned off." Sheesh, I will go buy a $50 pair of Dockers so I can dress for success and "fit in" with the elites who think that is dressing up. But I am also going to bring a couple pair of my dreaded "dress jeans," and if they are allowed, I'm going to wear them. You can't miss me, I'll be the tall and handsome lad wearing a beautiful and COMFORTABLE pair of dark blue or black denims, a white collard shirt and blue blazer sipping a Grey Goose martini, feeling good, looking good and enjoying myself with my beautiful wife, having a blast with my best friend and her boyfriend, Living Life Large. I won't be calling my wife "Lovey" and she won't be calling me "Poopsy." So let's move on, we are all going to have a great time, a great cruise a great experience. Drinks are on me.

Ok on the evening dress jeans not allowed. So Dockers or similar pants are acceptable? After years of suit and tie being my daily wear before retirement, I loath the thought. I retired at 54 and haven't worn anything such since, I don't mind a sports coat and a tie if I really have to, but I traded my dress slacks for very nice, custom tailored denims (not jeans). However, I will go with the flow and force myself to buy some Dockers if that works. Thank you all for your help, rock on.

I was able to book a table of four, I am in a Penthouse and our friends are in a Concierge room, no problems.

I am in a Penthouse and my traveling partners are in a Concierge room. I was able to book all four of us under my name with their names/booking info linked to the reservation.

The wife and I are taking our first cruise with Regent in May, traveling to Alaska on the Mariner. So in reviewing this website last night for the first time, I have some real concerns. I understand Regent is an upscale line, not a party boat and that's a good thing. Evaluations are always subjective, got it.

After 6PM, it is my understanding there is some type of dress code, be it "recommended or imposed," which is it? My idea of Business Casual is a nice pair of "dress jeans," and a collared dress shirt or collared dress Polo shirt and dress shoes. I'm NOT talking everyday Levi jeans, that's fine for the daytime, I'm talking $200 dress denim pants and a nice shirt and optional blazer. Is this acceptable for the steakhouse or other fine dining restaurant?

I have booked a Penthouse suite, paid good money for it. In perusing this site last night, I come across a guest who posted a legitimate complaint about the condition of her cabin WITH PICS. It looked horrible, ghetto, jacked up carpets, furniture and bathroom. This was just a couple of months ago!

Does anyone have any thoughts or comments? I'm very concerned; Thank you in advance.