lovetotraveltx Posted July 1, 2019 #1 Share Posted July 1, 2019 We will be on QM2 in August, crossing from New York to SOU for the first time. First time on Cunard. On the non-gala evenings are nice pants/trousers with a dressy shirt OK for the ladies, or do you need a dress every night? Also, will I be uncomfortable if I do nice cocktail dresses versus a long gown on Gala Evenings? Thank you! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fizzy1 Posted July 1, 2019 #2 Share Posted July 1, 2019 22 minutes ago, lovetotraveltx said: We will be on QM2 in August, crossing from New York to SOU for the first time. First time on Cunard. On the non-gala evenings are nice pants/trousers with a dressy shirt OK for the ladies, or do you need a dress every night? Also, will I be uncomfortable if I do nice cocktail dresses versus a long gown on Gala Evenings? Thank you! Everything sounds good xx 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bigmike911 Posted July 2, 2019 #3 Share Posted July 2, 2019 Wear what you would be comfortable wearing to a fine restaurant and you will be o.k.. Cunard positions itself as a 'dressy' cruise line so the dressier you are the better, even on non formal evenings. You won't be uncomfortable with a cocktail dress on a formal evening, and you will find many ladies wearing them. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
naturelovergirl Posted July 3, 2019 #4 Share Posted July 3, 2019 We have three Gala Nights on my voyage... I love to dress up- that said, two of those nights I will wear shorter cocktail (sparkly) dresses and on the third I will wear a long gown On the smart nights, I will wear dresses... but I like wearing dresses more than pants... so that is just my personal choice... like BigMike911 said... just think of what you would like to wear to a really nice restaurant. Enjoy! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lovetotraveltx Posted July 3, 2019 Author #5 Share Posted July 3, 2019 Thank you. Any examples of what you mostly see/wear to non gala evenings? 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Underwatr Posted July 3, 2019 #6 Share Posted July 3, 2019 My wife has a Simple Black Dress that she wears on non-gala evenigs, set off with different jewelry each night. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
naturelovergirl Posted July 3, 2019 #7 Share Posted July 3, 2019 3 hours ago, lovetotraveltx said: Thank you. Any examples of what you mostly see/wear to non gala evenings? Some items I am bringing for the “smart” nights Black dress Burgandy wrap dress Printed dresses with interesting details (example below of a printed belted wrap dress I am packing) Dressy skirt and top separates etc... All with jewelry to make the outfit look polished and beautiful 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cathygh Posted July 4, 2019 #8 Share Posted July 4, 2019 On Cunard website there are photos of what they deem suitable dress wear. Having just returned from my first Cunard cruise in 4 years I noticed a lot of casual wear on smart attire evenings and quite frankly wouldn't worry about it. Trousers and T shirt, scruffy dresses, trainers and slippers all worn! Men still have to wear jackets though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luckymal Posted July 4, 2019 #9 Share Posted July 4, 2019 We have travelled many times with Cunard. Men have always to wear collared shirt and jacket in the evenings for the main Restaurant. You also mention scruffy dresses and trainers, once again, I have also found lady’s always seem to make an effort to look good at dinner.🍷🥃 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cathygh Posted July 4, 2019 #10 Share Posted July 4, 2019 (edited) Luckymal I was quite shocked by what I saw, but it was a minority. One lady was nicknamed "bag lady" by some fellow cruisers. On the photos of menswear on the Cunard site there is one of someone wearing a jumper and jacket, can't quite see if there is a shirt. First night on board men did not have to wear a jacket. https://www.cunard.com/en-gb/the-cunard-experience/what-to-pack I would never advise anyone to dress down, just don't over worry. Edited July 4, 2019 by Cathygh Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigMac1953 Posted July 4, 2019 #11 Share Posted July 4, 2019 Here's a couple of examples of her indoors' outfits: 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Underwatr Posted July 4, 2019 #12 Share Posted July 4, 2019 4 hours ago, luckymal said: Men have always to wear collared shirt and jacket in the evenings for the main Restaurant.🍷🥃 People might have to clutch at their pearls, but I don't think a collared shirt is strictly required on Cunard. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cathygh Posted July 4, 2019 #13 Share Posted July 4, 2019 Part of the problem is that the guidelines given in the Daily Programme differ to the website. The Daily Programme on Saturday 29th on QE said "Smart trousers with a shirt and jacket for gentlemen" but you could be more casual in the Lido, Pub, Garden Lounge, Casino & Yacht Club. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Underwatr Posted July 4, 2019 #14 Share Posted July 4, 2019 The gent in the photo is wearing a shirt. I've seen people turned away for lack of a jackets but if be surprised to see so done turned away for lack of a collar. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bigmike911 Posted July 5, 2019 #15 Share Posted July 5, 2019 9 hours ago, Underwatr said: People might have to clutch at their pearls, but I don't think a collared shirt is strictly required on Cunard. This 'outfit' is suitable for a beach outing. Nowhere else. 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Underwatr Posted July 5, 2019 #16 Share Posted July 5, 2019 There are two different questions: 1) Does it conform? 2) Should it be worn? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fizzy1 Posted July 5, 2019 #17 Share Posted July 5, 2019 (edited) 6 hours ago, Bigmike911 said: This 'outfit' is suitable for a beach outing. Nowhere else. Geez !!! You would die of heat stroke on a beach outing in this !!!!!!! This is the acceptable look for evening casual in the under 40’s today . Our twin sons are 34, both at the top of their game in their respective careers in the Uk and America . Very smart look. Love it or hate it, get used to it. It’s here to stay Edited July 5, 2019 by fizzy1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
exlondoner Posted July 5, 2019 #18 Share Posted July 5, 2019 5 minutes ago, fizzy1 said: Geez !!! You would die of heat stroke on a beach outing in this !!!!!!! This is the acceptable look for evening casual in the under 40’s today . Our twin sons are 34, both at the top of their game in their respective careers in the Uk and America . Very smart look. Love it or hate it, get used to it. It’s here to stay I don't know what beach you are thinking of, but it's clearly not one in southern England. More likely die of frostbite.😀 4 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fizzy1 Posted July 5, 2019 #19 Share Posted July 5, 2019 Hahah !!!! That’s true ! Down here in Bournemouth it isn't too bad !! But i can say for a fact you wouldn't see this attire along the beach !! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lovetotraveltx Posted July 13, 2019 Author #20 Share Posted July 13, 2019 Thank you for all the replies, good to know some ladies wear pants on non-gala evenings. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bell Boy Posted July 13, 2019 #21 Share Posted July 13, 2019 (edited) On 7/5/2019 at 9:46 AM, fizzy1 said: Geez !!! You would die of heat stroke on a beach outing in this !!!!!!! This is the acceptable look for evening casual in the under 40’s today . Our twin sons are 34, both at the top of their game in their respective careers in the Uk and America . Very smart look. Love it or hate it, get used to it. It’s here to stay Hopefully your sons have better taste than wearing trainers and trousers half mast ( in the evening) I'm all for this sort of look my self (with no socks) however, I'd be ditching the trainers for a pair of Gucci loafers. Edited to add; If their hair is that length they might want to be ahead of their game and tie it up in a 'Man Bun'.... now we are talking style 😉 Edited July 13, 2019 by Bell Boy 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fizzy1 Posted July 13, 2019 #22 Share Posted July 13, 2019 (edited) He sure does Edited July 13, 2019 by fizzy1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elephant1151 Posted July 14, 2019 #23 Share Posted July 14, 2019 (edited) We frequently travel with Cunard and for me smart casual is a cocktail dress - lace, silk or grosgrain. Maxi dress or an evening jumpsuit. Gala dress is long. Silk or chiffon if we have flights on cruises from Southampton including world cruises beaded dresse are taken. I also wear evening shoes and take an asortment of evening bags. As these can make or break an outfit. Edited July 14, 2019 by Elephant1151 blurred photo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fizzy1 Posted July 14, 2019 #24 Share Posted July 14, 2019 11 minutes ago, Elephant1151 said: We frequently travel with Cunard and for me smart casual is a cocktail dress - lace, silk or grosgrain. Maxi dress or an evening jumpsuit. Gala dress is long. Silk or chiffon if we have flights on cruises from Southampton including world cruises beaded dresse are taken. I also wear evening shoes and take an asortment of evening bags. As these can make or break an outfit. Gorgeous !!!!!! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bigmike911 Posted July 15, 2019 #25 Share Posted July 15, 2019 On 7/5/2019 at 3:46 AM, fizzy1 said: Geez !!! You would die of heat stroke on a beach outing in this !!!!!!! This is the acceptable look for evening casual in the under 40’s today . Our twin sons are 34, both at the top of their game in their respective careers in the Uk and America . Very smart look. Love it or hate it, get used to it. It’s here to stay Do they actually wear sneakers (trainers) with out socks in the evening? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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