JennBrooke Posted June 29, 2014 #1 Share Posted June 29, 2014 I love, love, love shoes. I'm going on my 3rd cruise in August. I've never ate in the main Dining room, but plan to this time around. Is it okay to wear heels or wedges? I thought I read that due to safety it was best not too. Thanks for the input! Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
firemanbobswife Posted June 29, 2014 #2 Share Posted June 29, 2014 I always wear wedges (or heels occasionally) to the MDR and pretty much the whole time while onboard. Not sure where you heard it's not a good idea. The only time you wouldn't want to is going on an excursion, or milling around outside the ship. What else are you supposed to wear especially on elegant night - tennis shoes?! :eek: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovefuninthesun Posted June 29, 2014 #3 Share Posted June 29, 2014 You can wear the shoes of your choice: heels, flats, sandals, tennis shoes. ( no plastic beach flip flops). On elegant night you see a lot of heels and strappy sandals. Why would heels be unsafe in the MDR? No different than a nice restaurant. Sent from my iPhone 5 using Cruise Critic App Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JennBrooke Posted June 29, 2014 Author #4 Share Posted June 29, 2014 Ha! That's exactly what I was thinking! Ok, good :) I have proof to show the hubby my shoes are A-OK. Thanks! 😃 Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SMSACE6 Posted June 29, 2014 #5 Share Posted June 29, 2014 As long as you are comfortable in your heels/wedges, and you can walk comfortably in them, there should be no safety issue. As others say, also no problem in the dining room either. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bumbles Posted June 29, 2014 #6 Share Posted June 29, 2014 Ha! That's exactly what I was thinking! Ok, good :) I have proof to show the hubby my shoes are A-OK. Thanks! 😃 Sent from my iPhone using Forums LOL! That's so cute - look honey, everyone on cruisecritic says it's ok :D Seriously though the only time I have had trouble in heels is when it has rained on the open decks - it can get slippery... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
muffinbaby Posted June 29, 2014 #7 Share Posted June 29, 2014 I used to wear heels then found myself being very jealous of those that had on flats. By the end of the night my feet always killed me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scotch Mist Posted June 29, 2014 #8 Share Posted June 29, 2014 A piece of advice, I wear heels but the tiled floor can be exceptionally slippery! I walk very carefully and try to walk on the carpet where possible! Freedom b2b Sept 2014 Splendor Jan 2014 Breeze Sept 2013 Imagination Sept 2013 Triumph Sept 2008 Pride Sept 2007 Miracle Sept 2006 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruizinisthebest Posted June 29, 2014 #9 Share Posted June 29, 2014 (edited) Yes, my sister and I wear heels or wedges almost every night in the MDR. Edited June 29, 2014 by cruizinisthebest Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ehpride Posted June 29, 2014 #10 Share Posted June 29, 2014 I almost always wear heels to dinner. I do bring nice flats to change into after dinner though or just in case of rough seas. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CruiseKittyFL Posted June 29, 2014 #11 Share Posted June 29, 2014 I see ladies wear ridiculous shoes on ships and I wonder how they don't slip and fall..and I have seen others fall on the tile or open decks after a light rain or cleaning. High heels might be ok in most places, but for ships, I would recommend some dressy sandals or lower/wide heeled wedges. Also, women seem to think the ship doesn't rock - you will experience some motion on all ships so it's safer to wear shoes that work for that. I bring 4 pairs of shoes on every cruise: sport sandals (Tevas) for shore excursions & embarkation day, flipflops (rubber bottomed) for the pool, dressy low heel wedges (black or silver goes with everything) and water shoes for any shore excursions that require them. You are vacation so be comfy and bring shoes that can go with everything from a gown to your favorite jeans. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
muffinbaby Posted June 29, 2014 #12 Share Posted June 29, 2014 A piece of advice, I wear heels but the tiled floor can be exceptionally slippery! I walk very carefully and try to walk on the carpet where possible! Freedom b2b Sept 2014 Splendor Jan 2014 Breeze Sept 2013 Imagination Sept 2013 Triumph Sept 2008 Pride Sept 2007 Miracle Sept 2006 This! The combo of slippery floors plus a dress terrifies me! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
girltrip Posted June 29, 2014 #13 Share Posted June 29, 2014 I have always worn heels to MDR except the one December cruise that we had 20ft waves :eek: They do however end up in my hands by the time I'm headed back to the cabin after a few too many night caps! :p lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare patrice1 Posted June 29, 2014 #14 Share Posted June 29, 2014 We moved to Key West 13 years ago & I swore I would never wear anything but flip flops again! I wear them, plus kitten heel thongs on elegant nights and it totally works for me. DH wears topsiders or loafers sans socks with his guyabera and slacks on elegant nights and regular Hawaiian shirts and slacks on other nights. I guess you could say we're Key West Formal! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CMathFL Posted June 29, 2014 #15 Share Posted June 29, 2014 I've only been on one cruise, but I wore my favorite pumps to the MDR on elegant night. I had no problems whatsoever, but I made sure I held onto DH when walking on slippery surfaces just in case. All other nights I just wore flats. :) Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IPlayWithString Posted June 29, 2014 #16 Share Posted June 29, 2014 Nope..I seldom wear anything with a heel because I have wonky feet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OCruisers Posted June 29, 2014 #17 Share Posted June 29, 2014 You can certainly wear heels in the MDR if you wish. :) LuLu Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
092306 Posted June 29, 2014 #18 Share Posted June 29, 2014 I wear heels or wedges occasionally in the MDR aside for elegant night. Maybe you heard about safety concerns with heels if doing a galley tour. That floor is slippery and I wouldn't wear heels if you do that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
riffatsea Posted June 29, 2014 #19 Share Posted June 29, 2014 I wouldn't walk on the Lido with heels but in the MDR it would be fine! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KatPem Posted June 30, 2014 #20 Share Posted June 30, 2014 I can't wear heels due to balance issues but I have worn a wedge. My daughter wore heels every night to dinner. I think the biggest thing is the bottom...I try to bring shoes that have more of a grip on the bottom (almost rubbery) so I don't have to worry about slipping on the tile areas. Wear whatever you are comfortable in and even if you are the only one (you won't be...not even close) who cares ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SadieN Posted June 30, 2014 #21 Share Posted June 30, 2014 Of course you can wear heels! Bring a pair of flats JIC you hit heavy seas. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LambKnuckles Posted June 30, 2014 #22 Share Posted June 30, 2014 OH YES!!!! Wear heels and show off your legs!! Enjoy yourself and dress to the nines!!! Don't just go formal on elegant night, you can dress for every night! I love the MDR and enjoy dressing up. The first night, sail away night, is one time almost anything is acceptable -- since not everyone has their luggage yet. But after that, is a more formal casual. Yes, Oh yes!!! Wear heels. Hang on to someone if the ship starts rocking, but normally it doesn't get too bad for heels!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
092306 Posted June 30, 2014 #23 Share Posted June 30, 2014 You can buy sticky things that go on the bottom of the shoe to prevent slipping. Used them a couple of times and they worked well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thomarvin Posted June 30, 2014 #24 Share Posted June 30, 2014 You can wear them but remember, you are on a moving vessel. I have seen women go tumbling down the stairs while wearing heels. I would hate to see you ruin your vacation because we hit a wave and you tumbled off your heels and sprained an ankle. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cancun01 Posted June 30, 2014 #25 Share Posted June 30, 2014 You can wear them but remember, you are on a moving vessel. I have seen women go tumbling down the stairs while wearing heels. I would hate to see you ruin your vacation because we hit a wave and you tumbled off your heels and sprained an ankle.[/quote Well said! I always wear heels to the dining room. There are times when going through rough seas when I have worn a more practical pair of shoes or even changed my outfit because the heels would have been dangerous and potentially landed me with a sprained ankle or in someone's lap !!!:o Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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