Western style formal wear required?

[Tummy]

Hello,

 

Just wondering if traditional formal wear from my country (Thailand) would be acceptable for men? or is black tie the only accepted wear?

 

I read that some men wear kilts, which I find odd.

 

Like this photo below. Not my photo BTW, just an example.

 

[justcrusn]

Hello,

 

Just wondering if traditional formal wear from my country (Thailand) would be acceptable for men? or is black tie the only accepted wear?

 

I read that some men wear kilts, which I find odd.

 

Like this photo below. Not my photo BTW, just an example.

 

 

Personally, I find it completely appropriate.

Enjoy your cruise

[gek]

Perfectly acceptable. Arguably it's not strictly within certain interpretations of the dress code but acceptable nevertheless.

 

In fact it's more than acceptable because that looks so much better than a tuxedo. Maybe I'll buy a suit like that.

[Neetern]

You should absolutely feel comfortable wearing your native formal attire. We've been on two different cruises where we wore traditional East Indian clothes - no one ever commented at least not negatively!:)

Edited March 4, 2014 by Neetern
Title not correctly worded

[4cats4me]

Hello,

 

Just wondering if traditional formal wear from my country (Thailand) would be acceptable for men? or is black tie the only accepted wear?

 

I read that some men wear kilts, which I find odd.

 

Like this photo below. Not my photo BTW, just an example.

 

 

I love this! You will look dashing:)

[jayoldschool]

Looks great. My wife has a couple of custom dresses from Thailand, she gets compliments on formal night when wearing one.

[omeinv]

It's fairly common to see formal attire from various lands. I don't think I've been on a cruise yet without several men in kilts. Beyond that I've seen formal wear from various Asian and African countries. Of course the other thing one frequently sees are military dress uniforms representing various nations. All completely appropriate.

 

Harris

Denver, CO

[waterbug123]

Hello,

 

Just wondering if traditional formal wear from my country (Thailand) would be acceptable for men? or is black tie the only accepted wear?

 

Black tie is neither required nor common. Most people these dress semi-formally at best on formal night. Your attire will be fine.

[yayvacation!]

You guys look great! Perfectly appropriate for formal night.

 

Have fun!

[akowilm]

Wow! I think you will be fine! Very classy and tasteful!

[Lois R]

Your attire looks lovely:)

 

You mentioned in your post that seeing Men in Kilts is odd? Nothing

odd about it really. I have seen many men in their Kilts on formal night.

Just as your outfit is more than acceptable, Kilt's are very acceptable

too. I think it is dashing:D

[Tummy]

Thanks for the feedback, I'll think about it.

 

Btw, that's not me in the photo, just an example. Looks to be closer to my Dad's age.

[spookwife]

Hello,

 

Just wondering if traditional formal wear from my country (Thailand) would be acceptable for men? or is black tie the only accepted wear?

 

I read that some men wear kilts, which I find odd.

 

Like this photo below. Not my photo BTW, just an example.

 

 

perfectly acceptable. I have seen kilts, Dress uniforms from various foreign militaries, Indian Saris and Kimono.

[cherylroslyn]

Hello,

 

Just wondering if traditional formal wear from my country (Thailand) would be acceptable for men? or is black tie the only accepted wear?

 

I read that some men wear kilts, which I find odd.

 

Like this photo below. Not my photo BTW, just an example.

 

Yes, it is very acceptable, as are kilts.

[babysmama]

Fabulous! I would love to be seated with you!

[cruisegirl1]

Stunning and more than acceptable. When the thread mentioned “Western Style” I was expecting a question about U.S. “Western/Cowboy” wear

 

Enjoy

M

[kitty9]

I was on Solstice with a large group from Korea. The women wore their traditional dress for dinner every night, and looked absolutely beautiful. The design of the dress and the amazing fabrics were astonishing and I found myself complimenting them every evening.

[Lois R]

Stunning and more than acceptable. When the thread mentioned “Western Style” I was expecting a question about U.S. “Western/Cowboy” wear

 

Enjoy

M

 

LOL....I thought the exact same thing when I saw the title too!:D

I was thinking if they are going to ask if Cowboy boots are ok;)

and no, there is nothing wrong with cowboy boots:)......

I was just thinking more of "the old west" when I saw the title.

Edited March 4, 2014 by Lois R

[DiamondDiva]

I also encourage you to wear your formal or dressy native clothing. It adds to the international flavor of the cruise, which is part of the experience for us. We love conversing and understanding/learning about the clothing, food, languages, and other customs of our fellow travelers.

 

Enjoy your trip.

[WorkinMoM]

Beautiful! I love it!

[ClaudiaB]

Absolutely wear your traditional wear. It's beautiful and you will likely be among the better dressed people on board. Wish you were cruising with us and sharing our table!!!

[texkan]

You look Great !!! :)

[Bailey & Sophie]

Hello,

 

Just wondering if traditional formal wear from my country (Thailand) would be acceptable for men? or is black tie the only accepted wear?

 

I read that some men wear kilts, which I find odd.

 

Like this photo below. Not my photo BTW, just an example.

 

Actually, I would be offended if someone was turned away from the MDR when wearing their native traditional wear. And since a lot of the wait staff in the MDR is from the East, I am sure they are familiar with traditional dress.

[DebbieMacG]

Your national dress would be fine, why would you find mine (for men) odd? Full Highland dress (it's not just the kilt) is IMO smarter than any tuxedo I've ever seen and there's a lot more to it as well! (12 items!)