Rare Kmkub Posted September 25, 2021 #1 Share Posted September 25, 2021 Hi everyone. I kindly request that this not devolve into a formal night fight, thread. Please. I have an honest question. My husband was recently diagnosed with psoriatic arthritis. We've been trying to get a proper diagnosis for a long time; basically since COVID started. He hasn't worn proper shoes (tennis shoes, dress shoes, boots) in over a year. He's only wearing flip flops, because his feet are huge. We don't normally participate in formal nights; we just do the buffet and keep the nice clothes at home. The lost year has us excited to put on our fancy clothes, at least once, on our January cruise. The issue is shoes. Will his flip flops suffice? We've rented a scooter from Special Needs Group for the cruise, so he'll be scooting around in a suit & tie, wearing flip flops. We are SO excited to be back on Princess. 🙂 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruzsnooze Posted September 25, 2021 #2 Share Posted September 25, 2021 Nobody cares what is on your husbands feet. There are a few fashion police but why do you care? Do what's needed for yourself and don't worry about it. What other people think should not worry you, just enjoy your cruise. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare CineGraphic Posted September 25, 2021 #3 Share Posted September 25, 2021 I once saw a guy in a scooter on a cruise who had no problem proudly flaunting his painted toenails wherever he went. Tell hubby to just be himself, and not worry what other people think. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ombud Posted September 25, 2021 #4 Share Posted September 25, 2021 Not a guy buy I cannot wear dressy shoes either. For years I'd bear it and then massage my arch afterwards. I wear skechers now. Tell him to enjoy the evening in flip flops 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Tak8 Posted September 25, 2021 #5 Share Posted September 25, 2021 Not a problem. Enjoy the cruise. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
007colocruz Posted September 25, 2021 #6 Share Posted September 25, 2021 Socks & sandals sound fine to me. Enjoy 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
voljeep Posted September 25, 2021 #7 Share Posted September 25, 2021 I have a brown pair (casual) and a black pair(formal) of Echo sandals - just a thought - but nothing wrong with the flip flops ... just NO CROCS under any circumstances 😄 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Kmkub Posted September 25, 2021 Author #8 Share Posted September 25, 2021 Thanks, everyone. I just wanted to make sure the Maître De wasn't going to laugh us out of the MDR. 🙂 Happy cruising. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lakemurraykid Posted September 25, 2021 #9 Share Posted September 25, 2021 If you're really uncomfortable with flip flops, go to a hobby store and get maybe some tile stones and hot glue them onto the straps, OR get some bling for them. I think that would be hilarious. He will be fine in whatever he wears. I can't wear heels anymore so I'll be in sandals all the time or ballet flats. I could care less what others say, so that's the attitude ya'll need to take. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rabin1 Posted September 25, 2021 #10 Share Posted September 25, 2021 I would not worry or care. You will never see most of these people ever again. Just GO and ENJOY!!! 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jondfk Posted September 25, 2021 #11 Share Posted September 25, 2021 Please don't waste a single moment worrying about this. You're not disregarding the rules, you're complying to the best of your ability, no one could ask for more. Enjoy your cruise. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neverbeenhere Posted September 25, 2021 #12 Share Posted September 25, 2021 David Letterman worn sneakers. Wear those thongs(the correct name for flip flops) with pride. Might I suggest glueing a bow tie to each. (Picture shown as example only) 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1965 Posted September 25, 2021 #13 Share Posted September 25, 2021 45 minutes ago, neverbeenhere said: David Letterman worn sneakers. Wear those thongs(the correct name for flip flops) with pride. Might I suggest glueing a bow tie to each. (Picture shown as example only) I LOVE this idea! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DRS/NC Posted September 25, 2021 #14 Share Posted September 25, 2021 Don't worry! The mobility scooter negates any "fashion" rules. (I drive one too. I wore black slippers w/my "formal" wear last week in Alaska). ENJOY! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steelers36 Posted September 25, 2021 #15 Share Posted September 25, 2021 5 hours ago, Kmkub said: Thanks, everyone. I just wanted to make sure the Maître De wasn't going to laugh us out of the MDR. 🙂 Happy cruising. I wouldn't worry about the other pax. If the MD or a HW says something, I'd just quietly explain it's a medical reason. They won't give you any trouble at all. With a suit on, they may not even notice the feet! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rabin1 Posted September 25, 2021 #16 Share Posted September 25, 2021 14 minutes ago, Steelers36 said: I wouldn't worry about the other pax. If the MD or a HW says something, I'd just quietly explain it's a medical reason. They won't give you any trouble at all. With a suit on, they may not even notice the feet! You don’t owe anyone any kind of explaination . Just ENJOY! Period. Drop the mic! 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1965 Posted September 25, 2021 #17 Share Posted September 25, 2021 My DH wears black deck shoes to all our dinners, including formal. His reason isn't medical, but practical. We travel with one carryon & personal item each. Nothing else. We haven't checked a bag in years. Mens dress shoes are heavy & bulky. His deck shoes are black, socks black, slacks black. It all merges together. 😊 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yamanid Posted September 25, 2021 #18 Share Posted September 25, 2021 7 hours ago, Kmkub said: Hi everyone. I kindly request that this not devolve into a formal night fight, thread. Please. I have an honest question. My husband was recently diagnosed with psoriatic arthritis. We've been trying to get a proper diagnosis for a long time; basically since COVID started. He hasn't worn proper shoes (tennis shoes, dress shoes, boots) in over a year. He's only wearing flip flops, because his feet are huge. We don't normally participate in formal nights; we just do the buffet and keep the nice clothes at home. The lost year has us excited to put on our fancy clothes, at least once, on our January cruise. The issue is shoes. Will his flip flops suffice? We've rented a scooter from Special Needs Group for the cruise, so he'll be scooting around in a suit & tie, wearing flip flops. We are SO excited to be back on Princess. 🙂 Of course it will be fine. Nothing to do with others ( and no one will be looking. Have a Great time Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AVCruzers Posted September 25, 2021 #19 Share Posted September 25, 2021 7 hours ago, voljeep said: I have a brown pair (casual) and a black pair(formal) of Echo sandals - just a thought - but nothing wrong with the flip flops ... just NO CROCS under any circumstances 😄 My husband only wears Echo sandals since his feet swell. Of course, he wears them on both formal and informal nights. He is a golfer and wears them golfing. I haven't worn heels for years and just wear dressy sandals on formal nights. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iamcruzin Posted September 25, 2021 #20 Share Posted September 25, 2021 7 hours ago, Kmkub said: Thanks, everyone. I just wanted to make sure the Maître De wasn't going to laugh us out of the MDR. 🙂 Happy cruising. Give the Maitre D some credit. They can tell who is dressing the way they are due to a medical issue and who is just pushing the evening suggested dress code. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trey420 Posted September 26, 2021 #21 Share Posted September 26, 2021 I cruise tomorrow. I brought a pair of black boots and a pair of sandals. Boots will be formal night, probably every night. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
QuantumCat Posted September 26, 2021 #22 Share Posted September 26, 2021 Tell him to wear socks and Birkenstocks. Everyone will just think he's German. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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