Celebrity dress code

[Cruise Junky]

And I've read several stories on these boards about those without luggage being given clothing by Celebrity from the gift shop, lost and found, and even providing formal wear from their limited on board supply to those who requested it.

 

On my group cruises, we've had some show without formal wear, and we've kindly provided some of our extras from They're not being punished at all. They knew (most likely before ever boarding) what the dress code is for the MDR each night

I think the "lost luggage" issue with regard to the MDR is far overstated than the reality, and further, X does what it can to get those people into formal wear if they ask about it.

 

We had no luggage for our last med cruise...for 21 days actually, we got it back for our last night in Europe. Princess did offer us formal wear for free but we had no shoes that would pass muster in formal attire so we are in the specialty restaurants.

[dkjretired]

I get that stuff happens. For me, if I had no formalwear and didn't fit into appropriate clotting the ship had, I'd choose to dine elsewhere those evenings. The buffet 1 or 2 nights on a cruise isn't gonna kill me (neither would skipping a meal entirely...).

 

I travel extensively for work, and have had lost and delayed luggage. I used to have to meet often with Egyptian Government officials in Cairo and Luxor, and they are formal there. 110 degrees in the desert heat, and in dark suit, long sleeved chart and a tie. I arrived on an overnight flight with my shorts on, and no luggage. This trip it turned up 5 days later (other flights missing too, one flight, took 3 months to find it....)

 

I postponed my meetings scheduled the next day out of respect for the people I was meeting with until I could locate a new suit to wear, even though they are considered friends to me, I understand their culture and custom, and wanted to respect that custom.

 

Forgot to tell you, on that ship at the time there were no specialty restaurants and buffet for dinner was very limited, not like today. He was traveling with his wife and a couple of other companions, they all got their clothes. ARe you saying they all should have made other arrangements even though his not having clothes was not his fault but the cruiselines.

Edited July 20, 2014 by dkjretired

[NLH Arizona]

We had no luggage for our last med cruise...for 21 days actually, we got it back for our last night in Europe. Princess did offer us formal wear for free but we had no shoes that would pass muster in formal attire so we are in the specialty restaurants.

OMG, my worst nightmare!

[KW Cruisers]

We just came off of the Reflection (Eastern Mediterranean) last week. We love dining in the specialty restaurants or BLU (never eat in the MDR). We were SHOCKED to have another man seated next to us in Murano (fine dining venue) in shorts, sandals and a polo shirt. This should not be allowed. I think it's wrong for Celebrity to allow him in the restaurant, and for the man to even try to go in. Go somewhere else if you don't want to respect what a dress code "should be" in a fine dining restaurant. If I was him, or his partner--I would be embarrassed beyond belief to dine there in that attire.

 

This might sound harsh--but the word "trashy" might be warranted.

 

Shawn

[cle-guy]

Forgot to tell you, on that ship at the time there were no specialty restaurants and buffet for dinner was very limited, not like today. He was traveling with his wife and a couple of other companions, they all got their clothes. ARe you saying they all should have made other arrangements even though his not having clothes was not his fault but the cruiselines.

 

Yes I am, I know my friend and family would "suck it up" and stand by me If I asked, and I would likely have told them, "no go ahead enjoy your formal dinner without me tonight, I'll see you tomorrow for dinner, but meet me at the bar when you're finished eating tonight though!"

 

It's like the argument about those in suites or Aqua who think they should be able to bring guests since they are assigned elsewhere than MDR. Why can't the suite guest "lower themselves" to the level of their traveling companions, why do people seem to think it should instead be the other way around?

 

This got me to wondering though, now that there are specialty restaurants, if s passenger does have lost luggage, dose anyone know if X has offered a complimentary specialty dining restaurant for the formal nights to the affected passenger as a kind gesture?

[Cruise Junky]

We just came off of the Reflection (Eastern Mediterranean) last week. We love dining in the specialty restaurants or BLU (never eat in the MDR). We were SHOCKED to have another man seated next to us in Murano (fine dining venue) in shorts, sandals and a polo shirt. This should not be allowed. I think it's wrong for Celebrity to allow him in the restaurant, and for the man to even try to go in. Go somewhere else if you don't want to respect what a dress code "should be" in a fine dining restaurant. If I was him, or his partner--I would be embarrassed beyond belief to dine there in that attire.

 

This might sound harsh--but the word "trashy" might be warranted.

 

Shawn

 

Was it the first night of the cruise by any chance? I avoided shorts in Tuscan Grill by about 2 minutes as my luggage hadn't been delivered yet

[Cruise Junky]

OMG, my worst nightmare!

 

Yep. That was a tough trip. Both of us had no luggage for the entire time. It was during the Lufthansa strikes and Frankfurt became a black hole of luggage

[KW Cruisers]

Was it the first night of the cruise by any chance? I avoided shorts in Tuscan Grill by about 2 minutes as my luggage hadn't been delivered yet

 

NOPE. Second last formal night onboard. Guess he didn't want to dress up in the MDR, so figured he come to Murano.

 

Shawn

[Cruise Junky]

NOPE. Second last formal night onboard. Guess he didn't want to dress up in the MDR, so figured he come to Murano.

 

Shawn

 

Interesting. Very surprised they let him in wearing shorts. Nothing wrong with the sandals and polo though

[KW Cruisers]

Interesting. Very surprised they let him in wearing shorts. Nothing wrong with the sandals and polo though

 

In a fine dining restaurant? That's a matter of opinion.

 

Shawn

[Cruise Junky]

In a fine dining restaurant? That's a matter of opinion.

 

Shawn

 

Not really a matter of opinion, it's Celebrity's dress code which is Smart Casual. IF he'd have switched the shorts for pants, he'd have been following the dress code

[wallie5446]

We just came off of the Reflection (Eastern Mediterranean) last week. We love dining in the specialty restaurants or BLU (never eat in the MDR). We were SHOCKED to have another man seated next to us in Murano (fine dining venue) in shorts, sandals and a polo shirt. This should not be allowed. I think it's wrong for Celebrity to allow him in the restaurant, and for the man to even try to go in. Go somewhere else if you don't want to respect what a dress code "should be" in a fine dining restaurant. If I was him, or his partner--I would be embarrassed beyond belief to dine there in that attire.

 

This might sound harsh--but the word "trashy" might be warranted.

 

Shawn

It was not against the accepted mode of dress, that is only not accepted at dinner in the MDR. All other venues and times it is okie dokie.

[KW Cruisers]

Not really a matter of opinion, it's Celebrity's dress code which is Smart Casual. IF he'd have switched the shorts for pants, he'd have been following the dress code

 

If you follow the bare minimum of the dress code, there in lies the difference. I would never go to many of our Toronto fine dining restaurants wearing sandals and a polo shirt. There is a difference.

 

It's true I can't argue it though. People will still try to only meet the bare minimum...he however, was not even doing that.

 

In short, Celebrity should enforce their established codes in order to maintain a fine dining atmosphere (especially in Murano etc.).

 

Shawn

[cle-guy]

It was not against the accepted mode of dress, that is only not accepted at dinner in the MDR. All other venues and times it is okie dokie.

 

Actually the ship dress code states that after 6pm, dress shall be "Smart Casual" in all venues, MDR bars, lounges, casino etc. No shorts technically after 6pm.

 

I have also seen people in shorts and sandals and t shirts in specialty restaurants (Connie last March for example). Perhaps they had misplaced luggage and were provided dining in the specialty since they do not have any formal wear requirement, even though they were out of dress code for the entire ship, they allowed them to specialty restaurants as due to circumstances outside everyones control no other options existed.

[NLH Arizona]

If you follow the bare minimum of the dress code, there in lies the difference. I would never go to many of our Toronto fine dining restaurants wearing sandals and a polo shirt. There is a difference.

 

It's true I can't argue it though. People will still try to only meet the bare minimum...he however, was not even doing that.

 

In short, Celebrity should enforce their established codes in order to maintain a fine dining atmosphere (especially in Murano etc.).

 

Shawn

I guess it just shows that what is appropriate or acceptable is in the eye of the beholder and dependent upon where you live. I live in Arizona, where shorts, polo shirts and sandals are allowed in the best restaurants, not that I agree with it.

 

But I do agree that Celebrity should enforce their dress codes. I personally would like to see women in formal/cocktail attire on formal night in the MDR, instead of wearing beach maxi dresses and daytime dresses and pantsuits. But as long as Celebrity doesn't enforce their dress codes, people will start to dress more and more casual on formal nights. I know that I will not be wearing formal attire on my January cruise, I'll still be wearing cocktail attire, but will be quite dressed down from my last cruise, where I felt way overdressed.

Edited July 20, 2014 by NLH Arizona

[Cruise Junky]

Actually the ship dress code states that after 6pm, dress shall be "Smart Casual" in all venues, MDR bars, lounges, casino etc. No shorts technically after 6pm.

 

I have also seen people in shorts and sandals and t shirts in specialty restaurants (Connie last March for example). Perhaps they had misplaced luggage and were provided dining in the specialty since they do not have any formal wear requirement, even though they were out of dress code for the entire ship, they allowed them to specialty restaurants as due to circumstances outside everyones control no other options existed.

 

Can you point out that 6:00 pm rule on Celebrity's website please?

[wallie5446]

The analogy won't wash. We all know when we book what the guidelines for the vacation are. This would be like booking a 'clothing optional' cruise then wanting off the ship because everyone else is naked:eek:

 

Hi,

 

Well, I'm gonna disagree with the above statement somewhat (and my post is not directed at you, but just the gist of the highlighted statement):)

 

I keep reading on here, and on the many dress code threads I am foolish enough to peruse :D..."that we all know", "should know", "its well publicized" etc...but as with many things in life, we all don't know...we all don't read everything we are provided or have access to; some folks who travel have never read the FAQ's of a certain cruise-line; or perused brochures; read documents etc. On a cruise on the Millie from Ensenada to Hawaii in 2012, there were people checking in at SD who had no idea they had to be bussed to Ensenada to board the cruise ship that was still sitting a hundred yards away from their view...should they have known ? Many of the questions asked on Cruise Critic (even by seasoned cruisers) are well documented in cruise line literature etc...yet still, folks don't know. Is not knowing a valid excuse ? Perhaps not...but why judge others ?

 

Let me use another travel related example...for those of you who travel by car in different states...do you know all the specific traffic laws of each state you drive thru ? If not, Why not ? Its well publicized; easy to find; can be requested in advance etc...and even further, ignorance of the law is not a valid excuse for not receiving a citation...so we should make every effort to know...but I know I don't, and I have driven in/thru 48 of the 50 states.

 

So lets not assume, as one poster stated: "those that chose not to participate think it is their job to try to get around the guidelines to prove a point and dumb down the formal experience for others."...unless we actually talked to those people and they specifically told us that was their intent...well, then we have no idea. We don't know if they are one of the unlucky many whose luggage was lost; if they truly had no idea formal clothes were required, and didn't pack any; if they have medical conditions that prevent/or require wearing certain clothing; if they talked to the Restaurant Mgr prior, and were allowed and welcomed in, and perhaps even reassured that fellow passengers would never be so rude as to avoid, ostracize, or judge them because of their dress.

 

I have no idea what other people wear in the MDR on formal night...as I pay no attention...I have no idea if Celebrity enforces the policy at the door...as I pay no attention...I don't care if Celebrity enforces the formal dress code in the MDR, because how people are dressed has no bearing on whether I have an enjoyable meal with my family and friends, and has no bearing on whether someone I might meet is a friend to be ! I follow the guidelines I know...and the guidelines that I live my life by...with respect and kindness guiding me. We are not talking about safety and life/death guidelines here...so lets be a little less judgmental... and allow Celebrity to set and enforce/or not enforce their guidelines as they see fit !

 

Enjoy...and do take the time to get to know people...for who they are !

 

Woody

Well I guess you are correct. There are still people that send money to Africa when told they won the lottery. Then say "woe is me, I got hood winked". Silly them for thinking such a thing we all say.

 

No one plans and books a vacation to the mountains wanting to see the ocean. Or sails to the Caribbean and complains because they don't get to see a glacier.

No one on either side of this issue will ever convince the other side to look at it without their rose colored glasses on.

Time to put stuff in the dryer, oh, wait, should I hang dry them and save a tree?:D

[wallie5446]

Actually the ship dress code states that after 6pm, dress shall be "Smart Casual" in all venues, MDR bars, lounges, casino etc. No shorts technically after 6pm.

 

I have also seen people in shorts and sandals and t shirts in specialty restaurants (Connie last March for example). Perhaps they had misplaced luggage and were provided dining in the specialty since they do not have any formal wear requirement, even though they were out of dress code for the entire ship, they allowed them to specialty restaurants as due to circumstances outside everyones control no other options existed.

 

I know Curt, I just could not resist, this is too much fun today:D

[cle-guy]

Can you point out that 6:00 pm rule on Celebrity's website please?

 

As you wish:

 

http://www.celebritycruises.com/plan-and-book/before-you-go-getting-ready?tab=before_you_go_getting_ready#before_you_go_getting_ready/plan-and-book/before-you-go-getting-ready%3Fsubtab=true under "evening Attire" Additionally if you read the Celebrity Today delivered to the cabin each day they stipulate the same and the "cut-off" time for the evening ship-wide dress code.

 

Evenings aboard Celebrity include two types of dress: "Smart Casual and Above" and "Formal."

 

"Smart Casual and Above"

 

Ladies: Skirt or pants (no holes, rips or tears) with a sweater or blouse.

 

Gentlemen: Pants (no holes, rips or tears) with a sports shirt or sweater. Shirts must have sleeves.

 

"Formal" attire:

 

Ladies: Cocktail dress, gown, or a dressy pantsuit.

 

Gentlemen: Tuxedo, suit or dinner jacket with slacks.

 

Note: T-shirts, swimsuits, robes, bare feet, tank tops, baseball caps and pool wear are not allowed in the main restaurant or specialty restaurant at any time. Shorts and flip-flops are not allowed in the evening hours. The dress code will be enforced at all restaurants. And guests are asked to follow the "Smart Casual and Above" dress code in the Celebrity Theater for all evening performances.

 

The daily program, delivered to your stateroom and available at the Guest Relations Desk, will be your guide to the appropriate attire each evening. A casual dress code applies at all times onboard Celebrity Xpedition®.

[Cruise Junky]

As you wish:

 

http://www.celebritycruises.com/plan-and-book/before-you-go-getting-ready?tab=before_you_go_getting_ready#before_you_go_getting_ready/plan-and-book/before-you-go-getting-ready%3Fsubtab=true under "evening Attire" Additionally if you read the Celebrity Today delivered to the cabin each day they stipulate the same and the "cut-off" time for the evening ship-wide dress code.

 

That mentions nothing about a 6:00 pm cut off time. It is also addressing the restaurants, not lounges and bars. If it weren't only applicable to restaurants, it would not stipulate that smart casual and above applies to the theatre. I also just checked all my dailies from Solstice and nothing was mentioned

Edited July 20, 2014 by Cruise Junky

[teecee60]

You really need to grow up.

 

All of your attempts to be funny really fall flat,

 

your meanness shines through.

 

 

How unimaginative.

 

I didn't think disagreeing with someone, debating the point of disagreement, or the use of humor/irony/sarcasm constituted meanness.

 

I do believe however, that at least some people might possibly notice a distinct double standard displayed in your comments quoted above.

[cle-guy]

That mentions nothing about a 6:00 pm cut off time

 

I guess I'll leave it to you then to decide what time "evening" kicks in. :rolleyes:

 

To me it's 5 or 6pm, afternoon is 1-5 or 6pm.

 

Evenings aboard Celebrity include two types of dress: "Smart Casual and Above" and "Formal."

[Cruise Junky]

I guess I'll leave it to you then to decide what time "evening" kicks in. :rolleyes:

 

To me it's 5 or 6pm, afternoon is 1-5 or 6pm.

 

I'm not debating evening I'm debating that shorts aren't allowed in bars at night

[cle-guy]

I'm not debating evening I'm debating that shorts aren't allowed in bars at night

 

Oh, in that case this line from the policy should suffice:

Shorts and flip-flops are not allowed in the evening hours.

[Cruise Junky]

Oh, in that case this line from the policy should suffice:

 

Now your just taking things out of context. You know that section is referring to the restaurants. If smart casual and above applied to the entire ship then the line about it being required in the theatre is completely redundant.