AMTDGT Posted October 14, 2012 #1 Share Posted October 14, 2012 Our up coming cruise will be out first as Elite. As I began the packing this morning, I remembered the afternoon Elite cocktail social. What is the dress code for that event. I'm assuming bathing suits are out, the question really is whether dress shorts are fine. Thx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Orator Posted October 14, 2012 #2 Share Posted October 14, 2012 Our up coming cruise will be out first as Elite. As I began the packing this morning, I remembered the afternoon Elite cocktail social. What is the dress code for that event. I'm assuming bathing suits are out, the question really is whether dress shorts are fine. Thx All Elite events are smart casual. No shorts, dress included. They willl turn away anyone in shorts. Enjoy all the Elite perks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oxo Posted October 14, 2012 #3 Share Posted October 14, 2012 They are more strict for this than in the MDR on formal night. Just doesn't make sense. Why? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Promisekeeper Posted October 14, 2012 #4 Share Posted October 14, 2012 I was asked to leave and I had on capri's. When I sat down they rose to just below my knee. I already had a drink which I had to leave behind. It was embarrassing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare cruisestitch Posted October 14, 2012 #5 Share Posted October 14, 2012 The prohibition of capris seems to be a one-off event but the rule against shorts of any sort seems to be equally enforced at all times except possibly on Bermuda itineraries, where i have seen thr entire Bermuda "formal" kit.... Jacket, dress shirt, tie, knee socks. Otherwise, No shorts, beachwear, t-shirts, flip flops. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Creeks Posted October 14, 2012 #6 Share Posted October 14, 2012 They are more strict for this than in the MDR on formal night. Just doesn't make sense. Why? Why Not? Its their party! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave85 Posted October 14, 2012 #7 Share Posted October 14, 2012 Why Not? Its their party! You'd just hope for some consistency, that's all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Happy Cruiser 6143 Posted October 14, 2012 #8 Share Posted October 14, 2012 I was asked to leave and I had on capri's. When I sat down they rose to just below my knee. I already had a drink which I had to leave behind. It was embarrassing. I wear capris/crops all the time on the ship and have never had a problem, either at the Elite event or in the MDR. I would have had a conversation with the Captain's Club Host/Hostess supervisor. It is not you who should be embarrassed, but the staff member who didn't know the rules. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Orator Posted October 14, 2012 #9 Share Posted October 14, 2012 You'd just hope for some consistency, that's all. Consistency: Celebrity is know for inconsistent consistency! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CHEZMARYLOU Posted October 14, 2012 #10 Share Posted October 14, 2012 I've worn capris on occasion without a problem. Other times I've worn what I will be wearing to dinner, either a dress, skirt or silk slacks. My DH usually wears Dockers or the equivalent. Mary Lou Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oxo Posted October 14, 2012 #11 Share Posted October 14, 2012 Consistency: Celebrity is know for inconsistent consistency! Totally agree. All ships should have same rules not changed by hostess. Again, enforce rules or don't have them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oxo Posted October 14, 2012 #12 Share Posted October 14, 2012 Why Not? Its their party! Sorry. It's not their party. It is the Elite party for us. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snow bunny Posted October 14, 2012 #13 Share Posted October 14, 2012 Is there a chance that the poster who wore capris was a man and not a woman? I do know that some men wear them although I don't personally find them attractive on any guy!:eek: Snow bunny Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
navyrotorhead Posted October 14, 2012 #14 Share Posted October 14, 2012 Consistency: Celebrity is know for inconsistent consistency! ...they were known for being consistantly inconsistant. ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FloatSomeMore Posted October 14, 2012 #15 Share Posted October 14, 2012 Both my husband and I were turned away when wearing dress Bermuda shorts on the way to Bermuda. We did not realize that it was not appropriate (my bad!), but when informed, we immediately changed into trousers. (We have Select dining and were not ready for dinner.) Our fault for not reading more closely.:o Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Denny01 Posted October 14, 2012 #16 Share Posted October 14, 2012 Realize there are 'inconsistancies' when it comes to something such as capris but the OP asked about shorts...no go on those. We just wore what we'd wear for Smart Casual. Now we can go into all that, looking at whatever is on the edge of that guideline, but my personal opinion is, if you aren't trying to push the envelope, you wont run into an issue. ...with that said, I never thought the Capri was an issue for Elite social hr. Den Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sheeng Posted October 14, 2012 #17 Share Posted October 14, 2012 There are capris and then there are capris. I would never wear my Columbia casual hiking capris in there but often wear dressy capris with an equally dresses top with never a problem. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teajak Posted October 14, 2012 #18 Share Posted October 14, 2012 Sorry. It's not their party. It is the Elite party for us. They provide the booze,the food and the room. That makes it their party with Elite's being the guests. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MonDreamr1 Posted October 14, 2012 #19 Share Posted October 14, 2012 I wear capris/crops all the time on the ship and have never had a problem, either at the Elite event or in the MDR. I would have had a conversation with the Captain's Club Host/Hostess supervisor. It is not you who should be embarrassed, but the staff member who didn't know the rules. Add me to the list of having to deal with the inconsistency. The ones I got turned away with were dressier capris that I've worn on other sailings without any problems. Doesn't work when it is the CC Hostess that tells you they are against the rules. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dkjretired Posted October 15, 2012 #20 Share Posted October 15, 2012 I wear capris/crops all the time on the ship and have never had a problem, either at the Elite event or in the MDR. I would have had a conversation with the Captain's Club Host/Hostess supervisor. It is not you who should be embarrassed, but the staff member who didn't know the rules. Linda: Absolutely agree, must have been a mistake, wife wears Capris all the time to the Elite event and also to the dining room on "Smart Casual" evenings. A little off topic but we are at our Timeshare in Disney for the past two weeks. I saw a man wearing capris, first time I had ever seen that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare cruisestitch Posted October 15, 2012 #21 Share Posted October 15, 2012 Google "men's capris" and you'll see lots of examples -- but they all remind me of beachwear, especially what surfers used to wear -- pushing the "casual envelope" to my eye, MoonDoggy. Cowabunga! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AMTDGT Posted October 15, 2012 Author #22 Share Posted October 15, 2012 Google "men's capris" and you'll see lots of examples -- but they all remind me of beachwear, especially what surfers used to wear -- pushing the "casual envelope" to my eye, MoonDoggy. Cowabunga! Thanks for the input all. We are trying to do 28 days on 2 bags, although we are permitted 4 on our air tickets. I guess I better throw in an extra pair of slacks and the DW will do the same. I don't think my Columbia "tear a ways" will pass muster, except in the desert. Glenn PS I do have a pair of Tilley peddle pushers (capris) that I am taking and I wear regularly on our boat, as to many other yachting friends. My DW actually picked them out and insists I wear them......no accounting for taste I guess:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
asctony Posted October 15, 2012 #23 Share Posted October 15, 2012 They provide the booze,the food and the room. That makes it their party with Elite's being the guests. They may provide it, but who paid for it over the years and cruises? LOL JMHO - either be consistent or .............!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Muushka Posted October 15, 2012 #24 Share Posted October 15, 2012 Can I sneak a question on this thread? What about Elite breakfast? Is there a no short rule for that? Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare cruisestitch Posted October 15, 2012 #25 Share Posted October 15, 2012 AFAIK there is no similar rule or dress code for the Elite breakfast and the invitation sheet you are given in your stateroom doesn't specify anything regarding dress for the Coffee Break -- I still wouldn't show up in beachwear, but lots of people stop by for a quick bite before shore excursions or heading out for the sun and sand, and are dressed quite casually. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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