lenquixote66 Posted June 10, 2021 #176 Share Posted June 10, 2021 2 hours ago, Tree_skier said: My cat wears one also. 🙂 My beloved cat looked just like yours.She left the planet on June 10,2004. Every year on the anniversary of her death I light a candle in her memory. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rala Posted June 10, 2021 #177 Share Posted June 10, 2021 22 hours ago, jsf said: What's a formal night? So true! If you will use the tux again and make it worth the money you spend, go for it. However, we have found that Alaska cruises are even more casual than Caribbean or European cruises and our last Alaska cruise was 10 or 12 years ago. 🙂 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare PTC DAWG Posted June 10, 2021 #178 Share Posted June 10, 2021 15 hours ago, Sea Dog said: @Tree_skierWhat about this look? I would rock that. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shipgeeks Posted June 10, 2021 #179 Share Posted June 10, 2021 Tree Skier, Thank you for starting what has become one of my favorite current posts. It's great to see that many others are looking forward to dressing up once we cruise again. We will, for sure. I might mention that DH has acquired several of his tuxes from local thrift/charity stores. Not a situation of being able to walk in and order your size, but by being patient, he has bought several very nice, high quality tuxedos, probably worn once and then donated. Good luck on your search, and please come back with updates. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charles4515 Posted June 11, 2021 #180 Share Posted June 11, 2021 16 hours ago, shipgeeks said: Tree Skier, Thank you for starting what has become one of my favorite current posts. It's great to see that many others are looking forward to dressing up once we cruise again. We will, for sure. I might mention that DH has acquired several of his tuxes from local thrift/charity stores. Not a situation of being able to walk in and order your size, but by being patient, he has bought several very nice, high quality tuxedos, probably worn once and then donated. Good luck on your search, and please come back with updates. It is an interesting thread. I have a tux but i won't be joining in wearing it on cruises unless I cruise again on QM2. I will wear it to suitable occasions. I don't consider mainstream vacation cruises suitable. On mainstream cruise lines like Royal many are wearing shorts or jeans on formal nights in the Caribbean or Alaska. I did wear the tux on cruises when it was in vogue but I did not really care for the rigeramole of it. On a cruise it is a costume party. I won't get into that again. QM2 is an liner with a traditional liner experience and I would not mind at all wearing a tux on QM2. Regular cruises to me are resort experiences that I want to wear nice casual clothing. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coldflame Posted June 11, 2021 #181 Share Posted June 11, 2021 15 minutes ago, Charles4515 said: It is an interesting thread. I have a tux but i won't be joining in wearing it on cruises unless I cruise again on QM2. I will wear it to suitable occasions. I don't consider mainstream vacation cruises suitable. On mainstream cruise lines like Royal many are wearing shorts or jeans on formal nights in the Caribbean or Alaska. I did wear the tux on cruises when it was in vogue but I did not really care for the rigeramole of it. On a cruise it is a costume party. I won't get into that again. QM2 is an liner with a traditional liner experience and I would not mind at all wearing a tux on QM2. Regular cruises to me are resort experiences that I want to wear nice casual clothing. Very well put. Formal nights in a mid-range line Royal is basically pageantry and costume party and very few partake in. I see exactly zero reason to wear anything more formal than jeans, let alone a tux, at nights. For those who enjoy pointless dress up, by all means, it's always fun to think about all the inconvenience and discomfort you went through. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare John&LaLa Posted June 11, 2021 #182 Share Posted June 11, 2021 2 minutes ago, coldflame said: Very well put. Formal nights in a mid-range line Royal is basically pageantry and costume party and very few partake in. I see exactly zero reason to wear anything more formal than jeans, let alone a tux, at nights. For those who enjoy pointless dress up, by all means, it's always fun to think about all the inconvenience and discomfort you went through. Well, that's not rude. Not unexpected though.😇 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare xpcdoojk Posted June 11, 2021 #183 Share Posted June 11, 2021 28 minutes ago, John&LaLa said: Well, that's not rude. Not unexpected though.😇 My take away, is it is worthwhile to pretend to be rich when you sail with the perceived rich on a ocean liner, as compared to wasting time pretending when you are on RCI and the perceived trailer park trash. 😱😇 So, you can wear fancy clothes only when you think the other rich people expect you to in order to join them. If the rich are not perceived to be there, why bother? 3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charles4515 Posted June 11, 2021 #184 Share Posted June 11, 2021 2 minutes ago, xpcdoojk said: My take away, is it is worthwhile to pretend to be rich when you sail with the perceived rich on a ocean liner, as compared to wasting time pretending when you are on RCI and the perceived trailer park trash. 😱😇 So, you can wear fancy clothes only when you think the other rich people expect you to in order to join them. If the rich are not perceived to be there, why bother? The ocean liner (QM2) is like a museum and show. All kinds of historical stuff onboard. Passengers are playing are part in the show. There is no point in booking the QM2 except for the history and to participate. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Tree_skier Posted June 11, 2021 Author #185 Share Posted June 11, 2021 19 hours ago, shipgeeks said: Tree Skier, Thank you for starting what has become one of my favorite current posts. It's great to see that many others are looking forward to dressing up once we cruise again. We will, for sure. I might mention that DH has acquired several of his tuxes from local thrift/charity stores. Not a situation of being able to walk in and order your size, but by being patient, he has bought several very nice, high quality tuxedos, probably worn once and then donated. Good luck on your search, and please come back with updates. Well so far no luck finding what I'm looking for. The local Joseph A Banks did not have anything in my size. I'll be busy this afternoon and everyday after until the late next week so shopping will have to wait until then. Updates to follow... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Tree_skier Posted June 11, 2021 Author #186 Share Posted June 11, 2021 (edited) 44 minutes ago, xpcdoojk said: My take away, is it is worthwhile to pretend to be rich when you sail with the perceived rich on a ocean liner, as compared to wasting time pretending when you are on RCI and the perceived trailer park trash. 😱😇 So, you can wear fancy clothes only when you think the other rich people expect you to in order to join them. If the rich are not perceived to be there, why bother? I don't think my decision has anything to do with being or being perceived to be rich. It has to do with making an event special. DW has been my faithful companion when others would have pitched me to the curb all long time ago. I always want to do things that provide her with a little more joy and happiness.🥰 While a large percentage of the nights I sleep happen to be spent in a house with wheels, and Jeff Foxworthy tells us that that is qualifying characteristic of redneck/trailer trash status, 🤠I'm not sure that I am or would be perceived to be trailer trash by any other measure. We could certainly debate the issue and I know some who could argue a strong case for my membership in that demographic but I think at the end of the day I come out on top. Edited June 11, 2021 by Tree_skier I forgot the emoji's 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zekekelso Posted June 11, 2021 #187 Share Posted June 11, 2021 1 hour ago, coldflame said: For those who enjoy pointless dress up, by all means, it's always fun to think about all the inconvenience and discomfort you went through. You sound fun 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coldflame Posted June 11, 2021 #188 Share Posted June 11, 2021 12 minutes ago, zekekelso said: You sound fun It's actually hilarious, we can pack all of our attire in one large suitcase and 4 backpacks. And then see all the goofy people with 8 suitcases, dress bags, hat cases, looking all itchy from wearing a suit while on varying states of sunburned for a night of pretend play. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coldflame Posted June 11, 2021 #189 Share Posted June 11, 2021 1 hour ago, xpcdoojk said: My take away, is it is worthwhile to pretend to be rich when you sail with the perceived rich on a ocean liner, as compared to wasting time pretending when you are on RCI and the perceived trailer park trash. 😱😇 So, you can wear fancy clothes only when you think the other rich people expect you to in order to join them. If the rich are not perceived to be there, why bother? Nah the take away is dressing up on Tux is pointless in a cruise. It had its time and place 50 years ago. We've moved on and realized that was one dumb tradition. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare xpcdoojk Posted June 11, 2021 #190 Share Posted June 11, 2021 (edited) 1 hour ago, Tree_skier said: I don't think my decision has anything to do with being or being perceived to be rich. It has to do with making an event special. DW has been my faithful companion when others would have pitched me to the curb all long time ago. I always want to do things that provide her with a little more joy and happiness.🥰 While a large percentage of the nights I sleep happen to be spent in a house with wheels, and Jeff Foxworthy tells us that that is qualifying characteristic of redneck/trailer trash status, 🤠I'm not sure that I am or would be perceived to be trailer trash by any other measure. We could certainly debate the issue and I know some who could argue a strong case for my membership in that demographic but I think at the end of the day I come out on top. TS, I was replying to John’s post, and the posts that lead to John’s posts. Not your quest for classing up your attire. See posts above this one. I applaud your efforts. If they go back to unlimited luggage, I may find my multiple tuxedos in my closet and see if I could get into one for my next cruise. 🤣 JC Edited June 11, 2021 by xpcdoojk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zekekelso Posted June 11, 2021 #191 Share Posted June 11, 2021 56 minutes ago, coldflame said: Nah the take away is dressing up on Tux is pointless in a cruise. It had its time and place 50 years ago. We've moved on and realized that was one dumb tradition. You should try this on the cruise. Walk up to people, insult them, declare how much smarter you are than they are. Report back and let us know how it goes. 3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare c-boy Posted June 11, 2021 #192 Share Posted June 11, 2021 36 minutes ago, zekekelso said: You should try this on the cruise. Walk up to people, insult them, declare how much smarter you are than they are. Report back and let us know how it goes. naaa, he's just stating the Floridian state of mind, ya know the same mind set as DeSantis. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coldflame Posted June 11, 2021 #193 Share Posted June 11, 2021 41 minutes ago, zekekelso said: You should try this on the cruise. Walk up to people, insult them, declare how much smarter you are than they are. Report back and let us know how it goes. I'm not insulting anyone. I'm saying it's amusing how silly they look. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coldflame Posted June 11, 2021 #194 Share Posted June 11, 2021 4 minutes ago, c-boy said: naaa, he's just stating the Floridian state of mind, ya know the same mind set as DeSantis. Wrong on both accounts. I'm stating it's an absolutely pointless tradition and I find silly all the work people go through. And I'm not fan of DeSantis. Please continue to make wrong assumptions. It's funny. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zekekelso Posted June 11, 2021 #195 Share Posted June 11, 2021 2 minutes ago, coldflame said: I'm not insulting anyone. I'm saying it's amusing how silly they look. Trust me on this one - your posts have been rude, obnoxious and insulting. If that wasn’t your intent, you want want to rethink your posting style. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Goodtime Cruizin Posted June 11, 2021 #196 Share Posted June 11, 2021 On 6/9/2021 at 1:02 PM, Tree_skier said: So I’m leaning towards purchasing a Tuxedo for cruise formal nights for our Alaska cruise on Serenade in August. Traditionally I have brought and worn black suit, white shirt and a couple of ties, one for each night. So to those who have or have companions who wear or have worn tux’s what recommendations do you have for selecting the right tux. I don’t know how to tie a bow tie, is one that clips the equivalent of a clip on regular tie. Are French cuffs mandatory as part of tuxedo wear? Should I stick with white for the shirt or are there other options that are considered equally formal. So many questions! I’m shopping today at Joseph A Banks but may not buy today. All answers and recommendations welcomed. it’s great to be planning again. Go for it. I'm considering doing the same but for European cruises only. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest BigRoger Posted June 11, 2021 #197 Share Posted June 11, 2021 33 minutes ago, coldflame said: I'm not insulting anyone. I'm saying it's amusing how silly they look. Errrrr do you actually read the stuff you post…. It’s not a badge of honour to brag about dressing down…. Personal choice is something all cruisers should respect not belittle…. Except when it’s anti vaxers and anti maskers… they are just…. Dangerous Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Sea Dog Posted June 11, 2021 #198 Share Posted June 11, 2021 I would never look down on anyone who decides to dress up or wear a tux. Anyone who does so in my opinion lacks good character. Who cares if someone packs a backpack or 5 suitcases. If it's what they want to do to have a enjoyable vacation more power to them. People should judge less and respect more. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare John&LaLa Posted June 11, 2021 #199 Share Posted June 11, 2021 On 6/10/2021 at 10:18 AM, Sea Dog said: Picture please? With the VW Hand tied bow tie, full vest 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lady Hudson Posted June 11, 2021 #200 Share Posted June 11, 2021 5 hours ago, Charles4515 said: The ocean liner (QM2) is like a museum and show. All kinds of historical stuff onboard. Passengers are playing are part in the show. There is no point in booking the QM2 except for the history and to participate. Well, now I have to give my two cents. Dressing up for formal nights is very nice and does change the atmosphere for the evening. Very nice, IMHO. I think something has been lost when cruise lines started to not enforce dress codes or basic minimums for formal nights. If one wants to experience a glimpse of what cruising used to be QM2 is it. No belly flop contests, no wet t shirt contests, etc. But many interesting actities during the day including afternoon tea. But either way, no one should be made fun of because they choose to “dress up” rather than “dress down”. Katherine 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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