MDR dress codes

[gary in florida]

Probably best [/QUOTE
Guess us "old" folks are no longer allowed our opinion, ever if I get bumped -

 

[gary in florida]

think it's time to "stop" this thread

 

[PrincessShmoo]

*sigh* wish it wasn't an issue for so many!

People are people, they look like people, people all look different, just enjoy the differences between people. Sheesh...

I'm sorry, but I'm in the "no hairy armpits" camp. It's really off-putting to try to eat if the guy (or girl) next you has oily, stinky, 4" long armpit hair hanging out.

 

[gary in florida]

I'm sorry, but I'm in the "no hairy armpits" camp. It's really off-putting to try to eat if the guy (or girl) next you has oily, stinky, 4" long armpit hair hanging out.

 

[jdb in AZ]

Would you like me to braid my armpit hair?

 

[_auroraborealis_]

Look, you are welcome to ask for a different table.

 

[bbel]

I'm all for your opinion.
Im all for threads going constructively off topic.

The question was about what to wear in the MDR not how someone should or shouldn't deal with their own natural body. It came across as rude the way it was posted in a thread about clothing.
Personally it's not my thing, but I have friends who's it is, doesn't stop be going to dinner with them, they're actually pretty fun and don't tell me how I should look!

 

[_auroraborealis_]

If you do not like how someone looks in a tank top/bikini/mini skirt/cargo shorts/burqa/Crocs, please just stop looking at them.

 

[Kkb0517]

I believe it's because that term was originally put on the dress code during a time when those items were men-only wear and were considered "underwear" and usually only worn alone during exercise/work time. They probably felt it wasn't "nice" clothes for dinner wear.

Only later did women's wear start making "tank tops" for women (usually "nicer looking") and those became more daytime wear on their own.

Now it's a bit dated, but still on the dress code. Perhaps they should say "undershirts" instead of "tank tops".

Last time I went on DCL in 2011 the mdr dress code was slacks, collared shirt, or skirts/dresses, it will be interesting to see how much it has changed when we go back soon.

 

[gary in florida]

If you do not like how someone looks in a tank top/bikini/mini skirt/cargo shorts/burqa/Crocs, please just stop looking at them.

Guess we can just forget the Disney "rules" and do what ever we want

 

[PrincessShmoo]

Last time I went on DCL in 2011 the mdr dress code was slacks, collared shirt, or skirts/dresses, it will be interesting to see how much it has changed when we go back soon.

You'll find it's changed quite a bit. You'll see everything from tshirts & shorts to full on formal wear. Pretty much any night.

Guess we can just forget the Disney "rules" and do what ever we want

Unfortunately, the Disney model is "don't challenge the guest". So not much enforcement of what minimal rules there are.

Yes, you'll see guests who want to "do it my way".

 

[_auroraborealis_]

Guess we can just forget the Disney "rules" and do what ever we want

Last I checked, burqas, bikinis, crocs, cargo shorts and tank tops are all allowed on ship. In the MDR, no swimwear, but otherwise, the rest are a-okay under the rules. They seem flexible about tank tops and exposed shoulders under cruise casual for ladies.

 

[PrincessShmoo]

In the MDR, no swimwear, but otherwise, the rest are a-okay under the rules.

Actually, the "rules" say:
Q.Are there dress codes or guidelines regarding dressing for dinner?

A.In general, most onboard dining locations are "cruise casual,” so casual attire, such as shorts and T-shirts, is permitted, with the exception of swimwear and tank tops.
https://disneycruise.disney.go.com/faq/dining-food-beverages/dining-dress-codes/

 

[Neptune's Fork]

I don't understand how the man's shirt is inappropriate but the woman's is. It's the same cut, same fabric, same style.... Just the bumpy bits are in different places....

Probably because women look better attired as such than men do?

 

[SteveMP]

Don't start learning about school dress codes. Your brain will explode.

You should have seen the email our kids' school sent about dressing for the current heat spell. Reminding us that health and safety are the priority. We aren't sure if that means to wear tank tops and shorts to stay cool, or long sleeve shirts, jeans, and a giant sun hat?

 

[_auroraborealis_]

Actually, the "rules" say:
Q.Are there dress codes or guidelines regarding dressing for dinner?

A.In general, most onboard dining locations are "cruise casual,” so casual attire, such as shorts and T-shirts, is permitted, with the exception of swimwear and tank tops.
https://disneycruise.disney.go.com/faq/dining-food-beverages/dining-dress-codes/

As I said, they seem flexible on tank tops. That was the question that started this whole thread after all!