TNDeb Posted June 11, 2015 #1 Share Posted June 11, 2015 http://media.plussizetech.com/roamans/mc/0505_39820_mc_1266.jpg I have plans to wear this dress on the 2nd dress up night on our up-coming cruise. I have cute red sandles to wear with it. A comment was made that it was too casual. What do Y'all think? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cb at sea Posted June 11, 2015 #2 Share Posted June 11, 2015 It will be fine. It is NOT a "formal" dress, tho..it's a sundress. But, you will not be turned away on any cruise line because that's what you're wearing on "formal" night. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
awhfy Posted June 11, 2015 #3 Share Posted June 11, 2015 Pretty dress Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hoyaheel Posted June 11, 2015 #4 Share Posted June 11, 2015 On Cunard, that is too casual for a formal night. On Carnival, I imagine it would be fine. Who told you it was too casual, and what line will you be on? If it was a random person on the internet, don't worry. If it's one of your dinner companions - and he'll be in a tuxedo - well, yeah, that's a bit of a formality level missmatch and I personally would want to avoid that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OCruisers Posted June 11, 2015 #5 Share Posted June 11, 2015 On Carnival it will be absolutely fine and you will look great! :) LuLu Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hoyaheel Posted June 11, 2015 #6 Share Posted June 11, 2015 On Cunard, that is too casual for a formal night. On Carnival, I imagine it would be fine. On Carnival it will be absolutely fine and you will look great! :) I wanted to clarify that I don't know if the OP is going on Carnival - she didn't say and her countdown timer doesn't say either - but the old countdown timers said Carnival, so I made a guess. Knowing the line will help tremendously in the advice that is given! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OCruisers Posted June 11, 2015 #7 Share Posted June 11, 2015 In her signature it says "8 Days 'til Sunshine Cruise"! That would be Carnival Sunshine. :) LuLu Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cancun01 Posted June 11, 2015 #8 Share Posted June 11, 2015 Pretty dress! It is not really a "dressy night" dress, however you will be perfectly fine for a "sunshine" cruise. Even on Cunard and Crystal I have seen "less dressy" outfits than your lovely dress. The most important thing is for you to feel comfortable and enjoy your evening. We booked a cruise at the last minute last year while we were traveling and I didn't have my usual evening wear with me so I wore a maxi dress that I did have with me. I felt uncomfortable and self-conscious because I like to wear dressier clothes but to be honest I don't think anyone noticed and there were many not as dressy as me. Enjoy your dress and your evening! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wayfairers Posted June 12, 2015 #9 Share Posted June 12, 2015 That dress would actually be dressier than some formal night outfits I saw on our last several cruises. Wear it and don't worry about it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maywell Posted June 12, 2015 #10 Share Posted June 12, 2015 Its Carnival - you're pretty fine and probably more dressed up than most for formal night. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sydneyguy Posted June 12, 2015 #11 Share Posted June 12, 2015 Nice but yes, too casual at dinner. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lah66 Posted June 12, 2015 #12 Share Posted June 12, 2015 I think you will look absolutely beautiful in your dress! If you are really still concerned, you could put a little black shawl or lightweight pashmina around your shoulders. But I think you will be Fabulous! Lauri Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wayfairers Posted June 12, 2015 #13 Share Posted June 12, 2015 I think those who want the meal to be a formal occasion are telling you it isn't dressy and those who don't are telling you it is ok. If you feel good in the dress go for it. On Carnival you will be fine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nmbr3 Posted June 12, 2015 #14 Share Posted June 12, 2015 Bling it up and you'll be fine! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spookyfudge Posted June 12, 2015 #15 Share Posted June 12, 2015 No looks nice, wear it! Sent from my KFTHWI using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TNDeb Posted June 13, 2015 Author #16 Share Posted June 13, 2015 Many THANKS for all the replies! :) I will be cruising on the Carnival Sunshine and the 'casual' comment was made by the female of the couple we're vacationing with. The 1st dress up outfit is much dressier and coordinated with DH's outfit, I think we will be more than fine by anyone's standards. And frankly, this red dress is good enough for me, and DH, and that's really all that matters. Vacation starts this coming Tuesday at 5:30PM and I CAN NOT WAIT!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lovetocruiserccl Posted June 13, 2015 #17 Share Posted June 13, 2015 You can dress it up to look semi formal Sent from my SM-N900V using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lovetocruiserccl Posted June 13, 2015 #18 Share Posted June 13, 2015 I forgot love the dress. Very colorful Sent from my SM-N900V using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lady Chew Posted June 13, 2015 #19 Share Posted June 13, 2015 [i I will be cruising on the Carnival Sunshine and the 'casual' comment was made by the female of the couple we're vacationing with. The 1st dress up outfit is much dressier and coordinated with DH's outfit, I think we will be more than fine by anyone's standards. And frankly, this red dress is good enough for me, and DH, and that's really all that matters. [/i] And that is all that really matters! Enjoy your vacation! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iheartbda Posted June 13, 2015 #20 Share Posted June 13, 2015 Nice but yes, too casual at dinner. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk I beg to differ. Maybe too casual for Cunard but certainly not for other lines. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LMW1330 Posted June 14, 2015 #21 Share Posted June 14, 2015 I think you will see a mixed lot of people on Carnival for Formal night as has been my experience on past cruises. Some people really enjoy dressing to the nines and that is great as is a simple sundress. One is not better than the other IMO. It is more a matter of style, comfort, and personal preference. I find your dress lovely and you could dress it up or down with the right accessories. I will be going on an Alaskan cruise in September and can guarantee you that I won't be packing my ballgown! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Lois R Posted June 14, 2015 #22 Share Posted June 14, 2015 (edited) Hi,:) hope you have a fun cruise. Edited June 14, 2015 by Lois R Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TNDeb Posted June 15, 2015 Author #23 Share Posted June 15, 2015 Again, many THANKS for all the comments! Next month I will celebrate 35 years with my employer and for the first 17 years I worked with the public and HAD to dress up. At that time of my life I was single and enjoyed dressing up(and the shopping! :p). As I've grown older, I've grown VERY fond of the casual lifestyle. And thankfully, my current position allows me to dress as such. I do still enjoy dressing up on occasion. Here is the dress I will wear on the 1st dress up night. I have white strappy heels, and some bling that matches the dress. And the best accessory will be the DH in a turquoise dress shirt, tie and black pants. http://www.dressbarn.com/items/dress/images/pdpsize/102145877_408.jpg My mouth is already watering for that first Twilight Zone, which BTW would match this dress! :p:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geocruiser Posted June 15, 2015 #24 Share Posted June 15, 2015 Again, many THANKS for all the comments! Next month I will celebrate 35 years with my employer and for the first 17 years I worked with the public and HAD to dress up. At that time of my life I was single and enjoyed dressing up(and the shopping! :p). As I've grown older, I've grown VERY fond of the casual lifestyle. And thankfully, my current position allows me to dress as such. I do still enjoy dressing up on occasion. Here is the dress I will wear on the 1st dress up night. I have white strappy heels, and some bling that matches the dress. And the best accessory will be the DH in a turquoise dress shirt, tie and black pants. http://www.dressbarn.com/items/dress/images/pdpsize/102145877_408.jpg My mouth is already watering for that first Twilight Zone, which BTW would match this dress! :p:D The dress is pretty. How do you plan to wear your hair? I love turquoise, one of my favorite colors. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LMW1330 Posted June 15, 2015 #25 Share Posted June 15, 2015 I really like the turquoise dress. So pretty! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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