Last minute questions

[wowzz]

I always think that as long as an effort is being made, the exact detail is not so important. Wearing a suit (of any colour) and a tie shows an effort is being made. Polo shirt and chinos - no effort.

 

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[daiB]

I think that's entirely different and an unnecessary comparison. A smart, formal grey suit is a world away from shorts and flip flops. And nobody is trying to "make a point". Wearing a grey suit for some is just more practical or comfortable, it's not anarchy.

 

 

That would be true but the poster referred to a Linen suite not a smart formal suit. Somewhat different.

 

 

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[SoupPlease]

I think that's entirely different and an unnecessary comparison. A smart, formal grey suit is a world away from shorts and flip flops. And nobody is trying to "make a point". Wearing a grey suit for some is just more practical or comfortable, it's not anarchy.

 

A light linen suit is not the same as a smart, formal grey suit.

 

A grey suit is not more comfortable than a dark suit, as the colour has no impact on the comfort, not sure what your point was there?

 

My point is quite simple. There is a stated code. If one does not want to follow the code (breaking into Captain Sparrow mode!) then just say so. Some will have no issue with it, but some will.

 

Very poor analogy which will irritate some I guess. This morning, I walked past someone on the station platform who was smoking. Was it against the rules ? Yes it was. Did he care? I guess not. Did I do anything about it? No I didn't. Would I want to socialise with him? No I wouldn't.

[clebe]

A light linen suit is not the same as a smart, formal grey suit.

 

A grey suit is not more comfortable than a dark suit, as the colour has no impact on the comfort, not sure what your point was there?

 

My point is quite simple. There is a stated code. If one does not want to follow the code (breaking into Captain Sparrow mode!) then just say so. Some will have no issue with it, but some will.

 

Very poor analogy which will irritate some I guess. This morning, I walked past someone on the station platform who was smoking. Was it against the rules ? Yes it was. Did he care? I guess not. Did I do anything about it? No I didn't. Would I want to socialise with him? No I wouldn't.

 

My husband's grey suit is more comfortable for him than his black one, (and much smarter) so that was what I meant. A linen suit is not the same as a formal suit, but still far from shorts and flip flops. There is following the dress code to the letter, deviating slightly for personal reasons (comfort or practicality, as I said) and then choosing to disregard it in its entirety. Nobody was talking about disregarding it entirely, I was merely asking whether the grey area was acceptable.

 

You might not want to socialise with the smoker on the platform. I myself came here to look for some friendly advice and tips from fellow passengers before enjoying our cruise (the first with P&O) but I find this forum very snipey and unwelcoming so I'm sorry I did so. If all passengers on our cruise are like that, then I won't be socialising with them either (and will be very sorry to have changed from our usual cruise line!)

[judge62]

Hi, having been on a few P&O cruises and enjoying the formal nights, I have found that most but not all men wear DJ's or dark suits, I would say that wearing gray whilst not strictly "code" is still making the effort.

I for one would not bat an eyelid if I saw your other half in gray. I will put a new £1 coin on at least one person trying to get into dinner wearing tailored shorts and a Fred Perry shirt and arguing that they are on holiday and can wear what they like.

Will advise you though that you may feel out of place in yourself and wish that in hindsight had bought a £90 cheapy or even hired one.

Myself, I am taking a DJ because I own one but am hiring a white tux (£60) as it is something that I probably won't wear again.

Whatever you do, ENJOY.

Any other help, just ask.

 

 

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[judge62]

Please ignore the snippy ones, we are not all like that,

 

 

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[simonpjd]

I wore a smart black suit , white work shirt with a bow tie on our first few cruises. Then bought a cream tux. Now I also have a black dj. I hate the formal nights but put up with them. It is something most women enjoy and they are in charge.

Strangely if you step up to Oceania or the 7* lines there is no formal wear requirement. But if you can afford to go with these your casual clothes tend to look smarter than cheap formal wear.

But these are generally out of our price range and they are for a special treat for us.

 

 

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[clebe]

I wore a smart black suit , white work shirt with a bow tie on our first few cruises. Then bought a cream tux. Now I also have a black dj. I hate the formal nights but put up with them. It is something most women enjoy and they are in charge.

Strangely if you step up to Oceania or the 7* lines there is no formal wear requirement. But if you can afford to go with these your casual clothes tend to look smarter than cheap formal wear.

But these are generally out of our price range and they are for a special treat for us.

 

 

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Thank you. Yes I'm starting to realise that! We've only cruised with Disney in the past, costing a considerable amount more than P&O, and they do have a formal night but I'd say only around 5% of people actually wore the full dinner jacket, while others just wore suits or even less formal clothing. The ones in dinner jackets (following the code) ended up standing out and feeling daft, so I wanted to ask the question about how strictly P&O view their formal policy as it seems to differ massively between lines.

 

Judge62, thank you. You're very kind.

[Canberra forever !]

Please ignore the snippy ones, we are not all like that,

 

 

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Well said I totally agree :)

[GlasgowGuy]

OP, I wouldn't worry too much at all about your husband wearing a light coloured suit, I've seen many wearing light colours on formal night so it won't be an issue. Taking it to the other extreme we had a diner at nearby table onboard Arcadia who wore his hoodie, when I asked about formal wear and dining room requirements on the way out of the restaurant, the reply I was given by a crew menber was "It's his cruise sir" :(

 

Enjoy your cruise, you'll meet nice folk and have a brilliant time.

[daiB]

Thank you. Yes I'm starting to realise that! We've only cruised with Disney in the past, costing a considerable amount more than P&O, and they do have a formal night but I'd say only around 5% of people actually wore the full dinner jacket, while others just wore suits or even less formal clothing. The ones in dinner jackets (following the code) ended up standing out and feeling daft, so I wanted to ask the question about how strictly P&O view their formal policy as it seems to differ massively between lines.

 

 

 

Judge62, thank you. You're very kind.

 

 

OK to help, on a formal night 90% to 95% of men will wear a DJ or other formal attire dress Kilt etc. The other 10 % to 5% will wear a dark suit.

 

This is on any P&O ship. Many parents dress there children up as well. I suspect mainly for the photos

 

The non DJ suite will be dark with the odd one light.

 

 

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[annieuk]

Absolutely agree with Dai and his thoughts on how it is on a formal evening. Yes a small number of people wear suits, mostly dark suits, have seen lighter ones but never seen a pale linen suit. If you want to wear a pale linen suit I doubt you would be turned away from the main dining room. It will stand out amongst all the dark suits but it will only matter if it bothers you.

[mika6617]

Thank you. Yes I'm starting to realise that! We've only cruised with Disney in the past, costing a considerable amount more than P&O, and they do have a formal night but I'd say only around 5% of people actually wore the full dinner jacket, while others just wore suits or even less formal clothing. The ones in dinner jackets (following the code) ended up standing out and feeling daft, so I wanted to ask the question about how strictly P&O view their formal policy as it seems to differ massively between lines.

 

Judge62, thank you. You're very kind.

 

Hi, sorry to join the conversation late on but, you will find P&O a little bit different from Disney, Yes Disney seems a bit more relaxed in dress code and yet people always seem to look perfectly presentable.You will find P&O very 'British' in comparison. As for the drinks, I too had only ever cruised with Disney at first and appreciated the availability of the 'drinks station' (what a great idea) the thing is what you mentioned, Disney cruises are generally more expensive and as such you do tend to get more extras from them. They serve better/higher quality food and their entertainment is second to none (just my opinion) and as for service well they are in a different league, however bear in mind that P&O prices are a fair bit cheaper so you can understand why there is more to pay for on board. Still you will have a great time with them.

[slug33ukuk]

I think that's entirely different and an unnecessary comparison. A smart, formal grey suit is a world away from shorts and flip flops. And nobody is trying to "make a point". Wearing a grey suit for some is just more practical or comfortable, it's not anarchy.

 

Well there are guys in white DJ,s so why not light suit?

[Spike11]

Well there are guys in white DJ,s so why not light suit?

Well said. This is what gets me about the stated dress code. Women can wear whatever colour they want or feel happiest in, men are supposed to all wear dull black. Isn't that a bit sexist?

[daiB]

Well said. This is what gets me about the stated dress code. Women can wear whatever colour they want or feel happiest in, men are supposed to all wear dull black. Isn't that a bit sexist?

 

 

No you can wear a DJ does not say what colour it has to be. I have seen blue, red, green etc.

 

If it's a DJ it's a DJ.

 

I would wear one.

 

 

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[daiB]

Here are two for a start.

 

 

 

 

 

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[Eglesbrech]

The coulor for men is not an issue. My husband wears very bright colours depending on which kilt he takes with him. His hose, flashes and cravat can be bright red to sky blue.

 

I have also seen men in some lovely coloured DJs.

 

You will see a lot of huge differences between the product provided by Disney and P&O but having travelled on both I would say that they will both offer you a good holiday. Go and have fun.

[stephen@stoneyard.co.uk]

I was surprised at how universal a Black Dinner Jacket was on Aurora. Much more so than Cunard. There were a few people in white dinner jackets, dark business suits or light jackets but really very few. There were people with medals, kilts and even a black jacket with tails (my grandfather had one for work). I did not see anybody who had opted out completely. Usually on Cunard there is a few people who go for a baseball type cap. On Aurora if you want to blend in it has to be a black dinner jacket.

 

 

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