Mens dress code

[justinmom]

This will be our first cruise. I read the dress codes and just want to double check with all of you experts out there. At Palo, will my husband feel out of place wearing a nice colar dress shirt, dress pants, and shoes? Would you advice to add a tie? Should we invest in a dinner jacket that will not be used again? I just don't want him to feel under dressed compared to the other guest. Any advise would be appreciated.

 

[Horace Horsecollar]

Originally posted by justinmom
Should we invest in a dinner jacket that will not be used again? I just don't want him to feel under dressed compared to the other guest.

The definition of "dinner jacket" is formal attire, such as a tuxedo. If that's what you meant, the answer is no. Palo isn't that formal.

But I get the feeling that when you wrote "dinner jacket," you simply meant something like a blazer or sport coat or business suit, to be worn at dinner. Yes, that's what most men will be wearing.

The suggested attire at Palo is simply "Jacket Recommended," not "Jacket Required."

It's my opinion that if he wears a dress shirt (perhaps with a tie) and dress slacks, he'll be fine. I can't predict whether he'll actually feel underdressed when the majority of men are wearing jackets, but he really shouldn't worry about it.

I understand that guests in jeans or shorts are turned away.

 

[clh2]

My DH wore nice dress pants, a white shirt with a tie! We didn't want to waste precious packing space on a suit. Plus, we were planning on doing Palo the first night, and didn't want to hassle with the "wrinkled" look.

My DH will "wear" a jacket from time to time - until he takes it off about 3 minutes or so after we reach our destination. Generally, he gets too warm in them and is much more comfortable with them off.

I don't really pay attention to what the other diners were wearing. DH and I were enjoying one of our rare dinners alone.

Personally, if you would have to buy a jacket for the sole purpose of going on this cruise - I don't think it is worth it. Save the money for your cruise. Since I am really cheap about certain things - if you do feel the need to get him a jacket - try a resale shop if there are any near where you live.

 

[BibbidyBobbidyBoo]

Or might I suggest Goodwill? You can't always find everything there but there seems to be an ABUNDANCE of dinner jackets & slacks at our Goodwill. I'm not sure why.... but in any case, we were able to get my husband quite a few dinner jackets for like $5-7 each. You can't beat that with a stick!!!!

 

[justinmom]

Thanks for your advice. I knew you guys could help and direct me in the right direction.

 

[jrabbit]

For Palo Dinner, Formal Night and Semi Formal night a dress shirt, tie, and slacks are sufficient. 32 seconds after being seated you won't notice what anyone else is wearing and they won't notice what you are wearing. Be comfortable. Save the room in your luggage. Have fun and enjoy!!!!!!!

 

[justinmom]

Many thanks!

 

[lsutigger2]

Thanks for posting this question. Just today DH and I started discussing what to bring for him to wear and how much.

Any other tips or suggestions??

 

[jgalecpa]

Never Underestimate the flexibility of a basic Blue blazer.

Khaki slacks, polo shirt, blue blazer was in abundance at Palo.

Grey slacks, blue shirt/tie, blue blazer for formal nights if you don't want to go crazy. If you want to bring a suit or tux, that could be your semi-formal night outfit.

I overpacked shorts, as I wore swim suits in lieu of shorts often, whereever shorts would have been appropriate.

I also over packed "T" shirts, and wore polo shirts around.

Polo shirts worn for two or three hours can be hung up and re-worn if still "fresh".

Jim

 

[lotsofboys]

Not to start a controversy because this subject often does, but I am looking at our Navigators from the 02/07/04 Magic and they say:

PALO - Deck 10, Aft
Suggested dress: Jacket required, no shorts or jeans please


I also have a Navigator from our 6/29/02 Magic cruise that says:

PALO
Suggested dress: Jacket recommended, no shorts or jeans please

So at some point between June 2002 and February 2004 jackets became required at PALO, at least on the Magic.

Interestingly enough, if you look at the Wonder Navigators on Barb's site http://www.castawayclub.com they still show Jackets recommended for PALO.

 

[webray]

A jacket is requested if you want to go to Palo. We ate in Palo last week..Hubby wears suit with silk t shirt (no tie obivously). Most of the men had on suits with ties. Hubby was not out of place at all. Only one man arrived without a jacket...just casual pants and collered shirt..he did look out of place, even hubby rolled his eyes..lol.

 

[UK-Simon]

To be honest, I think its just pot luck as to how many people choose to wear a jacket, and you can either look fine or underdressed accordingly. I have been once when if anything I felt more out of place wearing a jacket and tie. Certainly when I went on the Wonder in June, July and August last year it was not a requirement to wear a jacket, and I think as long as you all look "smart", everything will be fine.
Hope this helps

 

[The4OfUs]

Originally posted by lotsofboys
Not to start a controversy because this subject often does, but I am looking at our Navigators from the 02/07/04 Magic and they say:

PALO - Deck 10, Aft
Suggested dress: Jacket required, no shorts or jeans please


I also have a Navigator from our 6/29/02 Magic cruise that says:

PALO
Suggested dress: Jacket recommended, no shorts or jeans please

So at some point between June 2002 and February 2004 jackets became required at PALO, at least on the Magic.

Interestingly enough, if you look at the Wonder Navigators on Barb's site http://www.castawayclub.com they still show Jackets recommended for PALO.

YES!!!

Honestly, I was sure I had seen the "required" as well, on the cruise just before yours, but haven't been motivated enough to go back and look in the navigators. No WONDER there's confusion on dress code, if the message isnt' even consistant on board.

 

[DMS_cruisers04]

Here we go again, lol!
Okay, my quick take, required or recommended, DCL is hinting at how they would like their patrons dressed, both men and women.

And although the blue jacket looks great with the fish Jim (lol), I prefer a basic black sport coat. I like black slacks or tan/khaki colored dress slacks and darker ties. But Jim's right, one jacket can be used for multiple evenings.

 

[The4OfUs]

Originally posted by DMS_cruisers04
Here we go again, lol!
Okay, my quick take, required or recommended, DCL is hinting at how they would like their patrons dressed, both men and women.

And although the blue jacket looks great with the fish Jim (lol), I prefer a basic black sport coat. I like black slacks or tan/khaki colored dress slacks and darker ties. But Jim's right, one jacket can be used for multiple evenings.

DH used his suit for formal night, semi formal night AND Palos, he brought different shirts and ties to make them different outfits, it makes it easier.

Just had to say, DMS, that if they say "required", I believe it should be enforced. If they say "recommended", it's a totally different thing, without a doubt, but when I saw "required" and then watched people come to dinner at Palo's in loud Hawaiian shirts, I raised an eyebrow.

...

Then I went back to stuffing my face and didn't think about it again. *grin*

I guess my beef is with Disney on two counts - is it required or is it recommended, why do you confuse us so *laments*? and if it's required, why don't you follow through on it? *shrug*

 

[DMS_cruisers04]

I agree, I wish they would decide one way or the other.

And the loud Hawaiian shirt would have got a from me too.

 

[jrabbit]

Jim, why are you posting now? It's not April 16 (official CPA holiday). Get back to all of those taxes