Corvette Posted October 1, 2010 #1 Share Posted October 1, 2010 I see lots of photos with men wearing suits and ties and women in formals. This is a worry because we are really looking forward to smart casual. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lespes Posted October 1, 2010 #2 Share Posted October 1, 2010 I see lots of photos with men wearing suits and ties and women in formals. This is a worry because we are really looking forward to smart casual. Some people just like to dress up. Short of wearing shorts, you shoud be just fine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lord of the seas Posted October 1, 2010 #3 Share Posted October 1, 2010 Things could be looking up at Oceania now they have a new ritzy glity ship. This ship is going to attract new guests which will be good for Oceania and it's regular passengers.Some new guests may be used to a different dress code.It will be interesting to see what happens. I am sure all will be pleased with the Marina. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gr'aunt Posted October 1, 2010 #4 Share Posted October 1, 2010 Not sure if you are referring to the O brochures or pix posted on blogs...but remember, the pictures in the brochures are MODELS and are intended to put Oceania's "best foot forward". I've seen everything from tuxes and sequined dresses (can count on one hand out of two cruises) and (nice) jeans in the dining room, once. Neither the jeans nor the sequins bothered me...to each his own. Now, if there was any sort of foul smell attached to either, that's a different story altogether:eek: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wripro Posted October 1, 2010 #5 Share Posted October 1, 2010 Please don't worry. You will be perfectly attired in smart casual clothes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rickey 88 Posted October 1, 2010 #6 Share Posted October 1, 2010 Things could be looking up at Oceania now they have a new ritzy glity ship.This ship is going to attract new guests which will be good for Oceania and it's regular passengers.Some new guests may be used to a different dress code.It will be interesting to see what happens. I am sure all will be pleased with the Marina. There are two new sources for several new photos, which seem to be the cause for so much concern. First, there are new pictures in some of the brochures and other advertising material. As many have already said, what you are looking at are "Professional Models" posed as passengers at the direction of some ad director. These "Plastic People" bear NO resemblance to what life on board Oceania is really and truly like! Secondly, there were some pictures taken on the Regatta on the recent Oceania Club Reunion cruise. Some were awarded their pins as recognition of their past cruises. For such events, some people seem to be happy to dress up a little for the ceremony. Nothing more!! There has been NO change in the dress code and hopefully there never will be. Let's put this subject to rest - as some tend to become alarmed that "new things are happening" when that is not so...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Druke I Posted October 1, 2010 #7 Share Posted October 1, 2010 As posted above, most of those photos are of professional models, and are dressed more fancily than the norm on Oceania. We've sailed three times with Oceania, and although I have taken one sports coat/tie with me each time, I have not felt the need to be that "dressed up". There will be a very few men in jackets, and a couple.three women dressed up, but that is not the norm. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
digby Posted October 1, 2010 #8 Share Posted October 1, 2010 You will need neither a jacket nor tie on any Oceania cruise, but you'll not be thrown off the ship if you decide to wear either! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mura Posted October 2, 2010 #9 Share Posted October 2, 2010 In fact, on our first Renaissance cruise (October 1999) I noticed a group of 3-4 couples dressed to the nines. They looked great but clearly were NOT in the majority. Those who want to dress up, do (whether they are models or not) ... and those that don't , DON'T! I wouldn't recommend wearing holy-ey jeans to dinner ... but other than that ... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jancruz Posted October 2, 2010 #10 Share Posted October 2, 2010 For the evening for myself I think Chicos or Coldwater Creek and that is just perfect. Jancruz1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
orchestrapal Posted October 2, 2010 #11 Share Posted October 2, 2010 You will need neither a jacket nor tie on any Oceania cruise, but you'll not be thrown off the ship if you decide to wear either! What's a tie?:confused: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lord of the seas Posted October 2, 2010 #12 Share Posted October 2, 2010 What's a tie?:confused: Being married. :eek: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
caribbeansun Posted October 2, 2010 #13 Share Posted October 2, 2010 Looking up:confused: are they/we currently lacking in something? Depends on your perspective I guess. The lack of formal nights, absence of photographers, lack of art auctions all add to a pleasurable experience on board O and are points of differentiation IMO but of course YMMV. :cool: Things could be looking up at Oceania now they have a new ritzy glity ship.This ship is going to attract new guests which will be good for Oceania and it's regular passengers.Some new guests may be used to a different dress code.It will be interesting to see what happens. I am sure all will be pleased with the Marina. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lord of the seas Posted October 3, 2010 #14 Share Posted October 3, 2010 Looking up:confused: are they/we currently lacking in something? Depends on your perspective I guess. The lack of formal nights, absence of photographers, lack of art auctions all add to a pleasurable experience on board O and are points of differentiation IMO but of course YMMV. :cool: I don't know anyone that likes onboard photographers or art auctions,i do not tend to go on those sort of large vessels. Dressing for dinner is fine by me,if the particular line has that type of dress code. As I said,the Marina will attract new guests which is what Oceania hope for.It will be interesting to see what happens.All good for everyone is the way I see it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
raffeer Posted October 3, 2010 #15 Share Posted October 3, 2010 Not "dressing" for dinner is one of the many things I love about Oceania. It is also the hook by which I have gotten friends on board. Country club casual! The last "C" being the one that makes me smile. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wripro Posted October 3, 2010 #16 Share Posted October 3, 2010 If Marina attracts new guests my guess is many will come from luxury lines, passengers who are specifically interested in a more casual dress code. They can get much of the luxury experience without all the fuss. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yorkiemomjn Posted October 4, 2010 #17 Share Posted October 4, 2010 Not "dressing" for dinner is one of the many things I love about Oceania. It is also the hook by which I have gotten friends on board. Country club casual! The last "C" being the one that makes me smile. My feelings exactly!! :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gillianrose Posted October 4, 2010 #18 Share Posted October 4, 2010 If Marina attracts new guests my guess is many will come from luxury lines, passengers who are specifically interested in a more casual dress code. They can get much of the luxury experience without all the fuss. I agree with that. I'd rather cruise Crystal, but it's just too rigid at dinnertime. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Little Rascal Posted October 4, 2010 #19 Share Posted October 4, 2010 My husband and I are taking our first cruise on Oceania in April on the new Marina. We do not really care for bringing dressy attire on a trip to Europe. We like to try to pack light and bringing formal wear takes lots of space. I am hoping for a more casual dining experience. I was thinking of bringing a few casual dresses and a nice pair of black slacks to wear with different tops. I hope this is okay. Please advise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare LHT28 Posted October 4, 2010 #20 Share Posted October 4, 2010 My husband and I are taking our first cruise on Oceania in April on the new Marina. We do not really care for bringing dressy attire on a trip to Europe. We like to try to pack light and bringing formal wear takes lots of space. I am hoping for a more casual dining experience. I was thinking of bringing a few casual dresses and a nice pair of black slacks to wear with different tops. I hope this is okay. Please advise. You do not need fancy dress I took black & navy silky dress slacks & some nice tops to mix & match DH took dress pants & collared shirts ....as well as his blazer (not required but his personal choice) for dinner Daytime you can wear anything you want (within reason) enjoy the cruise Lyn Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
raffeer Posted October 4, 2010 #21 Share Posted October 4, 2010 My husband and I are taking our first cruise on Oceania in April on the new Marina. We do not really care for bringing dressy attire on a trip to Europe. We like to try to pack light and bringing formal wear takes lots of space. I am hoping for a more casual dining experience. I was thinking of bringing a few casual dresses and a nice pair of black slacks to wear with different tops. I hope this is okay. Please advise. Sounds perfect! Have a wonderful cruise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TERRIER1 Posted October 4, 2010 #22 Share Posted October 4, 2010 I wore very casual dresses when the weather was warm and the same slacks that I wear to my very casual office on all three cruises. My husband never wore a jacket or tie. He wore collared polo shirts or regular collared shirts with dockers or dress slacks. For breakfast and lunch in the MDR you can wear shorts. You will be fine with a pair of black slacks. have fun. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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