Is this dress too fancy for dinner?

[*Fantasia*]

If the dress makes you happy then wear it.

If wearing this dress will make your anniversary even more special and magical... then by all means.

 

[threeboysmom]

GORGEOUS dress! I say go for it!! You will feel and look like a princess! As long as your DH is dressed in a suit, I think you'll be fine. Most people will asumme you've just gotten married.

I dressed up once to eat at Bistro's in Epcot. Looked strange walking through the theme park, I'm sure. People probably took pictures of the "dressed up girl" in Epcot wondering why in the world I would dress up to spend the day in a theme park! LOL! But once I was inside the restaurant, I was very comfortable with my dress. At least you're not having to traipse through a theme park! You'll be at the Grand Floridian so you'll fit right in!

 

[mking624]

I say who cares about whether or not people find it too formal?! Wear what you want...strut it around!

My husband always make a point to wear a really nice outfit to one restaurant during our trip to WDW. It's a tradition for us. The first year we started it, I wore a formal long white gown, he wore a black suit. We have a blast with it. There's no law saying there has to be special circumstances for you to be more dressed up. Just as it is their choice to dress down for different places, it's your choice to dress up. Don't let other people dictate the type of dress you're going to wear.

 

[twojo21]

the dress is very pretty but i agree would be to formal for citricos, maybe victoria & alberts at the gf instead it is a more formal atmosphere & requires jackets for men.

fyi - the dress does resemble a wedding dress alot so you might have a hard time getting into the wdw themeparks in it after or before dinner as disney doesnt allow wedding dresses in the parks unless your a ftw bride hosting an event.

 

[mking624]

fyi - the dress does resemble a wedding dress alot so you might have a hard time getting into the wdw themeparks in it after or before dinner as disney doesnt allow wedding dresses in the parks unless your a ftw bride hosting an event.

This is not necessarily true. When I wore my white gown, it very much resembled a wedding dress. My husband had on his black suit and we both wore the Mickey & Minnie bride and groom hats. We truly did look like we just got married and everyone, including the CMs, thought we did. We had dinner at CRT and no one questioned us. In fact, what we got were shout outs from CMs, security, managers, etc all wishing their best for us (we were actually celebrating our first anniversary). For all they knew, I WAS wearing a wedding gown because of the way it was styled, the fact that it was white, and the fact that I had my minnie bride hat on. And this was in MK. They really aren't picky about you wearing formal dresses in the park.

But whether something is too formal or not...the only people who supposedly are going to have any issue on what's too formal are other guests...and who cares what they think! Do what makes YOU happy, not what makes other guests feel happy.

 

[Merandab4]

fyi - the dress does resemble a wedding dress alot so you might have a hard time getting into the wdw themeparks in it after or before dinner as disney doesnt allow wedding dresses in the parks unless your a ftw bride hosting an event.[/QUOTE]

The dress is actually a goldish color and I do not plan on wearing it to any of the theme parks.

 

[disney1990]

I say go for it. Disney can always use another "Princess".

 

[Merandab4]

I say go for it. Disney can always use another "Princess".

Thanks!
If I can't make belive in Disney World, I don't know where else I ever could!

 

[BriarRosie]

Thanks for all the replies.
It is sort of a wedding-y occassion. I will make DH wear a suit and tie to match. We will be having a first anniversary celebration with a recreation of our wedding cake. We wanted to do something special for just the two of us because after the wedding we really didn't have any time to ourselves (with all of our family being there) And also, we did not have any of our wedding cake after the cake cutting because it got smooshed in transport.

We may "possibly" do one of the photo shots before or afterwards.

Deep down, I really wanted to wear it there, but after reading some of the posts about it being too overdone, I am still on the fence. But then again, it's not like I know anyone there, so I can wear whatever I want.

(Now, whenever one of you goes to Citrico and sees a girl in an evening dress, you'll know it was me from the DIS...lol (if I decide to wear it) )

I want to be the devil on your shoulder that tells you:

"Splurge on Victoria and Albert's!!" or....
"Go on a cruise!"

I'm standing in line behind everyone else who has told you this.

And don't shorten it!! The length won't be less "dressy". The fabric itself makes it look "dressy" by itself! It's beautiful just as it is.

 

[Brightsy]

I love the dress! And yeah, it's great for V&As...maybe it is overdressy for Citricos...but this is WDW right? This is a special occasion, right? You wanna be a Princess? Go For It! I wouldn't feel odd in the dress. I'd take it in good fun, like someone else said "Grab a tiara and go!" Why not??? Heck, it may even get you a little extra attention..ya' never know.
If, however, you're the kind of person who doesn't want attention like that, who is bothered by stares and such then don't wear it. I think it's fabulous and you should go for it!

Sara

 

[damgi]

It's a beautiful dress and you deserve to celebrate your anniversary in your own way.

And if other guests look at you strange, just think how they would look at you if you were wearing a full Cinderella costume

 

[TammiMcMan]

We've stayed at the GF many times and I wouldn't even think to give a second look to someone wearing a formal dress. So many people there are celebrating special ocassions. If you love the dress (and I think it's beautiful), wear it. If anyone is looking at you, it's to admire the dress and wonder why you have that smile on your face. As long as DH is dressed up to match you, I wouldn't give it a second thought. Enjoy your special evening.

 

[InnerStrength]

Lovely dress however in all honesty I would not wear it to dinner at WDW as I have no desire to go to V&A and think it is too formal looking for any other restaurant there. It reminds me of my Sr. Prom dress and is along the lines of what I wore during a formal dinner on our honeymoon cruise. Perhaps you could save it for another occasion?

 

[mking624]

If she wants to wear it, why should she have to wait for another occassion?

I've enjoyed mine & my husband's dressing up for 5 years now...I could care less what other guests deem is too formal. Shoot, they're not the ones enjoying my nice evening out with my husband, now are they? In all seriousness, be the princess you deserve to be!!

 

[LglBlonde]

I say GO FOR IT! Especially based on the circumstances you've described! Who cares what other people think???? As long as it makes you happy, it does not matter. I think it will make your evening that much more special!

We have a restaurant in Raleigh - the Angus Barn. This is a PRICEY steakhouse, but you know what - on any given night, you'd find people literally in jeans or in golf-type attire or in business casual, or in EVENING WEAR - no one looks twice!! My DH and I went for our anniversary. I wore a black cocktail length, very simple dress - I was worried I'd look too dressed up - but we got there and kids were there for prom and dressed to the nines!

 

[Val]

Are you someone who likes getting dressed up? Does wearing a nice dress like that make you feel pretty and special? Or does getting dressed up make you uncomfortable and, well, itchy!?! If you are a "dressy princess" kind of gal- go for it. If dressing up is a chore, and you prefer sweats and a ripped but comfortable tink tee, I'd skip it. Reemmber-people make the clothes. I know people who can make ratty cutoffs and a tee shirt look classy because they FEEL classy, and I know people who look like a misfit in a well-fit tux! If the dress makes you feel good- WEAR IT!!! You will ooze princess-like confidence and others will feel it, too! And, I bet you're magicalness aura will make others treat you like a princess, too!

 

[Nanabug02]

As long as your DH will be dressed up too, I say you should ABSOLUTELY go for it! The GF is obviously the fanciest resort and even though most people don't dress up for Citricos, it is definitely the kind of environment that you can if you want to.

My DH and I were also married in WDW, and celebrated our 1st Anniversary with a dinner at Citricos and a replica of our wedding cake. It was wonderful! They treated us very special and it was a magical night.

I most definitely think that if you are celebrating such a special occasion at a nice restaurant, along with a wedding cake, not one person will look at you funny. Everyone will just say, "Awww...look how nice they look"

Wear the dress and go all out! You will NEVER have your 1st Anniversary again!

 

[jerbroni]

Wear it - it looks hot!!!!

 

[Aisling]

Who cares what other people think????

I think most people will look at you and think how lovely you look, and wonder what the special occasion is. There's no such thing as being over-dressed, unless you're wearing an eskimo suit on the beach!

 

[AnnetteF]

I have seen brides and others dressed very formal for special occasions in many of the WDW restaurants including California Grill, Yachtsmans Steakhouse and Narcoosees. Wear your beautiful dress and feel wonderful in it. Have a Happy 1st Anniversary!