Sandals in the MDR

[sunnydaygirl]

Speaking as a DH myself, I will admit to noticing shoes and clothing. :)

 

 

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[bingomamma19]

Ummmm, I live in Florida, and I don't wear Sandals to restaurants, and my wife does not either. I also, unless it's McDonalds or some fast food joint, will not wear shorts at a restaurant either. My boys, who are now young man, now, also, will not wear sandals, or flip flops in a restaurant, nor do they wear shorts. They are both Florida kids. Most of the adults I work with, or are around, will do the same. So my point is, that when going to McDonalds, or a fast food joint, it is acceptable to wear beach wear, shorts, t-shirts, and footwear that has only a sole on it, with straps and Carnival has the same rules.

 

Florida has nothing to do with dressing decent. The MDR is not a place to wear whatever you want, but as I pointed out, you will only find a question like this on a Carnival board. Thus the similarity between McDonald and Carnival.

 

I have been on Carnival ships, as well as others, and I have been amazed at what some people wear on a Carnival ship. Yes, it happens on other cruise lines, but the main difference is the huge percentage on a Carnival Ship, that was never taught the right time, and wrong time to wear certain items.

 

Heck, I live in wisconsin and girls/women wear sandals all the time to restaurants. This isnt the 1950's. You sound a bit snobbish saying Carnival is comparable to McDonalds and how you talk about people. This is a cruise vacation, I for one do not bring any dress up clothes (and do not attend formal night in MDR). Its my choice how I dress, I am no slob or lower class citizen, and sandals are very appropriate for women to wear.

[IPlayWithString]

HavingFun2010 must not have ever been to Texas either..for about 3/4s of the year it's just too danged HOT to wear shoes that cover the whole foot unless you're exercising.

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[LTS1960]

Ummmm, I live in Florida, and I don't wear Sandals to restaurants, and my wife does not either. I also, unless it's McDonalds or some fast food joint, will not wear shorts at a restaurant either. My boys, who are now young man, now, also, will not wear sandals, or flip flops in a restaurant, nor do they wear shorts. They are both Florida kids. Most of the adults I work with, or are around, will do the same. So my point is, that when going to McDonalds, or a fast food joint, it is acceptable to wear beach wear, shorts, t-shirts, and footwear that has only a sole on it, with straps and Carnival has the same rules.

 

Florida has nothing to do with dressing decent. The MDR is not a place to wear whatever you want, but as I pointed out, you will only find a question like this on a Carnival board. Thus the similarity between McDonald and Carnival.

 

I have been on Carnival ships, as well as others, and I have been amazed at what some people wear on a Carnival ship. Yes, it happens on other cruise lines, but the main difference is the huge percentage on a Carnival Ship, that was never taught the right time, and wrong time to wear certain items.

 

 

What do you mean by sandals? Do you mean flat beach flip flops? Sandals can be strappy $150 4" heels. Those are classified as sandals. Does your wife not wear them because you don't think feet should be exposed in a nice restaurant? I'm a bit confused as I am married to a senior officer in the Marine Corps and have to go to a lot of formal functions. We have very strict dress codes even for the women depending on the occasion. Strappy sandals can be considered formal. Obviously there is a difference for men and women as shoes styles are different. I think in the dining room a man should wear topsiders on casual nights or some type of loafers.

 

 

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[kristy29]

Ummmm, I live in Florida, and I don't wear Sandals to restaurants, and my wife does not either. I also, unless it's McDonalds or some fast food joint, will not wear shorts at a restaurant either. My boys, who are now young man, now, also, will not wear sandals, or flip flops in a restaurant, nor do they wear shorts. They are both Florida kids. Most of the adults I work with, or are around, will do the same. So my point is, that when going to McDonalds, or a fast food joint, it is acceptable to wear beach wear, shorts, t-shirts, and footwear that has only a sole on it, with straps and Carnival has the same rules.

 

Florida has nothing to do with dressing decent. The MDR is not a place to wear whatever you want, but as I pointed out, you will only find a question like this on a Carnival board. Thus the similarity between McDonald and Carnival.

 

I have been on Carnival ships, as well as others, and I have been amazed at what some people wear on a Carnival ship. Yes, it happens on other cruise lines, but the main difference is the huge percentage on a Carnival Ship, that was never taught the right time, and wrong time to wear certain items.

 

So what does your wife wear to restaurants? Does she always wear long pants? Heels? I don't wear heels because I can't walk well in them, so I wear sandals. And do you mean all restaurants? Like chili's or something similar, we can't wear sandals when it's 99 degrees outside? I just got back from Oklahoma City, where it is hot. I was with my DH on a work trip, and we ate out every night. I only brought sandals with me, and for dinner I wore black thong sandals with a wedge heel, and I dressed up every night in dresses and skirts and went to some fancier restaurants. I do not feel I dressed inappropriate. When I'm sitting outside eating and it's 85 degrees, I can't wear closed shoes, I'll pass out.

 

Oh, and also, I just went to a wedding a couple weeks ago. I wore a floor length gown, very formal, and I wore shoes where you could see my feet. So did the bride. They weren't beach flip flops, they were formal shoes. I own one pair of pumps that I wear in the dead of winter, but otherwise all of my formal shoes could be considered sandals. Oh the horror!!!

Edited June 27, 2014 by kristy29

[marshhawk]

You know that has to be some kind of snit comparing Carnival to Mickey D's or Walmart. Good Grief~

 

I love them! the sandals not the snit. Did you get black? I personally loved the silver, and have a dress that would be excellent with them.

 

Have a great cruise! Enjoy your sandals, those are not flip flops. Flipflops have a thong between the toes and that is it, yours have a back strap, and a lot of class. You can wear them with everything, but make sure the bottoms are not too slippery.:):o

[rhfish3]

It's Carnival, so they will let you in. McDonalds also will let you in. Not much different. However, flip flops, sandals, or any footwear, that only covers the bottom of your feet, and is held on by a strap is inappropriate in any restaurant.

 

Having fun is a misnomer apparently you either have never sailed a Carnival cruise or only sail on private boats because I have sailed many lines and do not find a tremendous difference in the Carnival clientele except that they are usually more cordial and less snobby ( mirror anyone)

 

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[Havingfun2010]

Having fun is a misnomer apparently you either have never sailed a Carnival cruise or only sail on private boats because I have sailed many lines and do not find a tremendous difference in the Carnival clientele except that they are usually more cordial and less snobby ( mirror anyone)

 

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If you go to the other "boards" you will find it difficult to find a discussion if it's ok to wear "cute" sandals, because the maker of the flip flop put some bling on it, so it's cute. Wearing something other than "cute" flip flops will not make you overheated in the evening. Regardless of whether you are in TX, FL, CA or anywhere else.

 

The current trends are going back to wearing footwear other than "cute" flip flops. I work in an environment that is extremely laid back, and I am around thousands of college kids, and the trend is to wear more appropriate shoes.

 

Carnival boards often has this discussion. Why? I don't know, but it's always a discussion on Carnival. The same goes to dressing kids, like they should not follow the same rules for some reason. Leaving kids on the ship in foreign ports. How to get around the drinking rules. How to smuggle just about anything. I don't think I'm a snob because I feel people should show respect at dinner for others around them. But Carnival has a higher number of "it's about Me" guest and it is a widely know fact. Just the fact that someone ask if it is ok, and others disagree, it goes into a huge thread. Proves the point. The poster did not really want to hear it's ok, but rather brag about the "cute" sandals bought.

[Laurie S.]

That's not true at all. I've seen this same discussion on HAL, RCL, and Princess. And, having just been shoe shopping, I can attest to the fact that sandals of any type are very much in vogue.

[Shipbound]

Ummmm, I live in Florida, and I don't wear Sandals to restaurants, and my wife does not either. I also, unless it's McDonalds or some fast food joint, will not wear shorts at a restaurant either. My boys, who are now young man, now, also, will not wear sandals, or flip flops in a restaurant, nor do they wear shorts. They are both Florida kids. Most of the adults I work with, or are around, will do the same. So my point is, that when going to McDonalds, or a fast food joint, it is acceptable to wear beach wear, shorts, t-shirts, and footwear that has only a sole on it, with straps and Carnival has the same rules.

 

Florida has nothing to do with dressing decent. The MDR is not a place to wear whatever you want, but as I pointed out, you will only find a question like this on a Carnival board. Thus the similarity between McDonald and Carnival.

 

I have been on Carnival ships, as well as others, and I have been amazed at what some people wear on a Carnival ship. Yes, it happens on other cruise lines, but the main difference is the huge percentage on a Carnival Ship, that was never taught the right time, and wrong time to wear certain items.

 

I have seen guests that wear flip-flops turned away from the MDR. It is their boat there rules. When I am walking through the restaurants to get from one end of the lido deck to the other I wear a shirt. I agree with what you said about guests on CCL ships.

 

Gary

[LTS1960]

If you go to the other "boards" you will find it difficult to find a discussion if it's ok to wear "cute" sandals, because the maker of the flip flop put some bling on it, so it's cute. Wearing something other than "cute" flip flops will not make you overheated in the evening. Regardless of whether you are in TX, FL, CA or anywhere else.

 

The current trends are going back to wearing footwear other than "cute" flip flops. I work in an environment that is extremely laid back, and I am around thousands of college kids, and the trend is to wear more appropriate shoes.

 

Carnival boards often has this discussion. Why? I don't know, but it's always a discussion on Carnival. The same goes to dressing kids, like they should not follow the same rules for some reason. Leaving kids on the ship in foreign ports. How to get around the drinking rules. How to smuggle just about anything. I don't think I'm a snob because I feel people should show respect at dinner for others around them. But Carnival has a higher number of "it's about Me" guest and it is a widely know fact. Just the fact that someone ask if it is ok, and others disagree, it goes into a huge thread. Proves the point. The poster did not really want to hear it's ok, but rather brag about the "cute" sandals bought.

 

 

But you didn't answer the questions we asked! What do you mean by sandals? Are strappy, 4" heels considered sandals? Do you mean everyone should be wearing close toed shoes, men and women?

 

 

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[nana541]

But you didn't answer the questions we asked! What do you mean by sandals? Are strappy, 4" heels considered sandals? Do you mean everyone should be wearing close toed shoes, men and women?

 

 

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No! To all the above... If it's a "Flip Flop" even if you paid $150 for it and it says Coach, it's still a Flip Flop. Appropriate in many places but not for dinner in dressy restaurants or the MDR - IMHO

 

Cute strappy sandals are completely different than Flip Flops w/ bling and I think all ladies know the that! I do luv my Flip Flops.....

 

 

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[LTS1960]

No! To all the above... If it's a "Flip Flop" even if you paid $150 for it and it says Coach, it's still a Flip Flop. Appropriate in many places but not for dinner in dressy restaurants or the MDR - IMHO

 

Cute strappy sandals are completely different than Flip Flops w/ bling and I think all ladies know the that! I do luv my Flip Flops.....

 

 

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You misunderstood me! I know what flip flops are, even if the are $200 Michael Kors. I was asking the poster what HE meant by sandals because he said all sandals.

 

 

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[nana541]

You misunderstood me! I know what flip flops are, even if the are $200 Michael Kors. I was asking the poster what HE meant by sandals because he said all sandals.

 

 

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Just use your common sense! There is no rule that says you have to wear closed shoes. Some "sandals" are dressy and appropriate and some are not..... And "HE" is a guy and frankly I'm not worried about some guys idea about what we ladies think is fashionable ;)

 

PS it's a girl thing...and have pretty toes!!!!

 

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[LTS1960]

Just use your common sense! There is no rule that says you have to wear closed shoes. Some "sandals" are dressy and appropriate and some are not..... And "HE" is a guy and frankly I'm not worried about some guys idea about what we ladies think is fashionable ;)

 

PS it's a girl thing...and have pretty toes!!!!

 

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Lol I guess we really are misunderstanding each other. I know perfectly well what to wear in the dining room but I was trying to find out the thoughts behind the posters comments. He posted basically telling the OP that her sandals were not appropriate and I was trying to figure out why.

I don't even take closed toed shoes with me on vaca except for running shoes.

[<3_2_Cruise]

Those will be fine to wear in the MDR! They are cute and look comfy too!

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[nana541]

Lol I guess we really are misunderstanding each other. I know perfectly well what to wear in the dining room but I was trying to find out the thoughts behind the posters comments. He posted basically telling the OP that her sandals were not appropriate and I was trying to figure out why.

 

I don't even take closed toed shoes with me on vaca except for running shoes.

 

 

Ok I get it.... Only thing required is pretty toes and I Never Ever listen to what some guy says about dress code on board.... But then I pack for DH and he is clueless and just wears what I tell him to wear. Thou we did finally give up Tuxes :(

 

Took 12 pair of shoes on my last cruise, mostly dressy sandals & a couple pair of cute flip flops :)

 

Sooo shall we move onto jeans in the MDR :) :) :)

 

 

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[LTS1960]

Ok I get it.... Only thing required is pretty toes and I Never Ever listen to what some guy says about dress code on board.... But then I pack for DH and he is clueless and just wears what I tell him to wear. Thou we did finally give up Tuxes :(

 

Took 12 pair of shoes on my last cruise, mostly dressy sandals & a couple pair of cute flip flops :)

 

Sooo shall we move onto jeans in the MDR :) :) :)

 

 

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Lol😉 I think we should leave that one alone, let others discuss it ad nauseam!

I think my husband is taking his tux on this cruise in 3 wks, nothing better than a handsome man in a tux.

[Havingfun2010]

But you didn't answer the questions we asked! What do you mean by sandals? Are strappy, 4" heels considered sandals? Do you mean everyone should be wearing close toed shoes, men and women?

 

 

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Flat soled footwear that has a strap over it. The strap can be between you toes, or over your heal. The common item is that it is a flat piece of rubber, to protect you feet from sharp/hot/slippery ground. If you put a heal on it, it is not a sandal. But what happens, is people buy "fancy" and "cute " flip flops, and consider them fine. No one claims that Carnival is a "fancy" restaurant, but if the place you are eating is a sit down place, that has table service, with multiple waiters, an attempt should be made to eliminate what is "cute" and wear something that is "grown up". The buffet is a great place to wear "cute" shoes to show off the newly painted toes but sometimes, people just need to dress better. The reality is, people just don't want to be bothered to change, and will walk into a sit down place, with table service wearing flip flops, t-shirts, swim trunks, and baseball caps. Carnival will most likely let you in, but it still does not make it right.

[nana541]

Flat soled footwear that has a strap over it. The strap can be between you toes, or over your heal. The common item is that it is a flat piece of rubber, to protect you feet from sharp/hot/slippery ground. If you put a heal on it, it is not a sandal. But what happens, is people buy "fancy" and "cute " flip flops, and consider them fine. No one claims that Carnival is a "fancy" restaurant, but if the place you are eating is a sit down place, that has table service, with multiple waiters, an attempt should be made to eliminate what is "cute" and wear something that is "grown up". The buffet is a great place to wear "cute" shoes to show off the newly painted toes but sometimes, people just need to dress better. The reality is, people just don't want to be bothered to change, and will walk into a sit down place, with table service wearing flip flops, t-shirts, swim trunks, and baseball caps. Carnival will most likely let you in, but it still does not make it right.

 

 

Good grief use common sense and no Keens are not evening attire (for me at least)!

 

 

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[LTS1960]

Flat soled footwear that has a strap over it. The strap can be between you toes, or over your heal. The common item is that it is a flat piece of rubber, to protect you feet from sharp/hot/slippery ground. If you put a heal on it, it is not a sandal. But what happens, is people buy "fancy" and "cute " flip flops, and consider them fine. No one claims that Carnival is a "fancy" restaurant, but if the place you are eating is a sit down place, that has table service, with multiple waiters, an attempt should be made to eliminate what is "cute" and wear something that is "grown up". The buffet is a great place to wear "cute" shoes to show off the newly painted toes but sometimes, people just need to dress better. The reality is, people just don't want to be bothered to change, and will walk into a sit down place, with table service wearing flip flops, t-shirts, swim trunks, and baseball caps. Carnival will most likely let you in, but it still does not make it right.

Got it , thanks! I completely agree. I think it's the use of the word sandal that is confusing, it is more like a flip flop you are talking about, fancy or not.

[kristy29]

So like I said, I rarely wear heels because I can't walk in them or I fall. So what exactly should I wear to dinner?

[sjcruiser]

They are fine for wearing in the MDR.

[trapezelover]

Ummmm, I live in Florida, and I don't wear Sandals to restaurants, and my wife does not either. I also, unless it's McDonalds or some fast food joint, will not wear shorts at a restaurant either. My boys, who are now young man, now, also, will not wear sandals, or flip flops in a restaurant, nor do they wear shorts. They are both Florida kids. Most of the adults I work with, or are around, will do the same. So my point is, that when going to McDonalds, or a fast food joint, it is acceptable to wear beach wear, shorts, t-shirts, and footwear that has only a sole on it, with straps and Carnival has the same rules.

 

Florida has nothing to do with dressing decent. The MDR is not a place to wear whatever you want, but as I pointed out, you will only find a question like this on a Carnival board. Thus the similarity between McDonald and Carnival.

 

I have been on Carnival ships, as well as others, and I have been amazed at what some people wear on a Carnival ship. Yes, it happens on other cruise lines, but the main difference is the huge percentage on a Carnival Ship, that was never taught the right time, and wrong time to wear certain items.

 

I just cruised on Disney Cruise line in March and wore flip flops to the dining room. They weren't the cheap plasticy ones but were still flip flops. I wore them with black skinny pants and I thought I looked cute :)

[sunnydaygirl]

Been reading. Wasn't gonna say anything but----I'm almost 63 and I'm married to a Doctor. I've had many "privileges" including four wonderful children. All successful in their own way. We take many family vacations together and I'm lucky enough to also cruise with girlfriends one or two times a year recently. I consider myself a stylish dresser and picking out cruise clothes is a favorite pastime. But, I wear flip flops wherever I want. I have North face ones that I love and they're wedge heels. But they are rubber and very comfortable. Because of heel problems I need raised heels and toe problems I need open toe. Do I have glittery shoes that are also sandals, sure, and if my ankles/feet aren't too swollen by the end of a hot day I might wear them, might not!! There's been way too much time spent discussing this. Everyone is unique, as long as they are dressed to dining room standards/rules, their feet will match! As best as their circumstances allow!!!

 

 

 

 

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