Sandals for Palo?

[dolphingirl47]

Does anybody know if it is now acceptable to wear sandals to Palo? I know that used to be on the list of things that you should not wear as on one trip DH only brought sandals and we had to buy him a pair of dress shoes before getting on the ship. When I look at the dress code for Palo on the DCL website now it only mentions that it is not OK to wear tennis shoes or flip flops. I have a nice pair of dressy sandals that I will take for formal night and I rather not take any closed toed shoes if I can avoid it.

Corinna

 

[Uncleromulus]

My guess is that sandals will be fine.

When we ate at Palo last trip, I don't even recall anyone looking at what we wore on our feet--

 

[lorimay]

I have worn flat sandals many times for brunch without a problem.
I'm pretty sure my daughter wore flat sandals for dinner on The Fantasy in Feb.

Hope that helps.

 

[jdb in AZ]

There's a big difference between rubber flip flops and nice sandals.

 

[ravensilverlight]

I think you'll be fine. On one trip, I didn't pack ANY closed-toe "dressy" shoes - I wore my fancy flip-flops with my dress clothes. My ankle had just healed from a nasty sprain and I knew it very well might swell beyond fitting into my regular shoes, I didn't want to risk a fall in heels, and flip flops left me the option of my rather-bulky ankle brace or an ace wrap if necessary. Nobody said a word at Palo brunch OR dinner.

 

[dolphingirl47]

My guess is that sandals will be fine.

When we ate at Palo last trip, I don't even recall anyone looking at what we wore on our feet--

Actually, you have a point there. I am not even sure if anybody will be able to see what I have on my feet. I have a full length gown for the dinner at Palo and a maxi dress for Brunch. So my feet should be covered.

I have worn flat sandals many times for brunch without a problem.
I'm pretty sure my daughter wore flat sandals for dinner on The Fantasy in Feb.

Hope that helps.

Thanks, that is good to know.

There's a big difference between rubber flip flops and nice sandals.

I fully agree. Yet in the past the dress code stated no sandals.

I think you'll be fine. On one trip, I didn't pack ANY closed-toe "dressy" shoes - I wore my fancy flip-flops with my dress clothes. My ankle had just healed from a nasty sprain and I knew it very well might swell beyond fitting into my regular shoes, I didn't want to risk a fall in heels, and flip flops left me the option of my rather-bulky ankle brace or an ace wrap if necessary. Nobody said a word at Palo brunch OR dinner.

Thanks. I can't wear heels. That is the reason why I got the dressy sandals for our formal nights and the semi-formal night.

Corinna

 

[TimonPumba]

On our cruise on the Fantasy earlier this year, I wore dressy sandals (Crocs, actually, but dressy ones with a wedge heel). My husband was in khakis and a button up shirt, but was wearing his sandals (not flip flops, leather slip on sandals). He was asked to change shoes, but I was not. I did not see a lot of difference in what we were wearing for footwear, and his shoes were less visible than mine! I was a bit surprised, since this was at Palo brunch, which I would have thought was a bit more casual.

 

[MakiraMarlena]

Strappy dress sandals, yes. Poolside flip flops, no.

Close-toed shoes are not required. At least not for women.

 

[dolphingirl47]

On our cruise on the Fantasy earlier this year, I wore dressy sandals (Crocs, actually, but dressy ones with a wedge heel). My husband was in khakis and a button up shirt, but was wearing his sandals (not flip flops, leather slip on sandals). He was asked to change shoes, but I was not. I did not see a lot of difference in what we were wearing for footwear, and his shoes were less visible than mine! I was a bit surprised, since this was at Palo brunch, which I would have thought was a bit more casual.

That is so strange.

Strappy dress sandals, yes. Poolside flip flops, no.

Close-toed shoes are not required. At least not for women.

Thanks.

Corinna

 

[SuzanneSLO]

I'm so glad I saw this thread. It reminded me of the policy for Club 33 at Disneyland that prohibited any sandal without a back because it was "beach wear." There was a women who said she was turned away in her fancy leather sandals and had to purchase Crocs in the gift shop to keep her lunch reservation.

My question is about the other forbidden footwear in Palo: "tennis shoes."

Any idea how those are defined? Are slip-on GoWalks by Skechers "tennis shoes"? How about classic deck shoes? What happens if we don't have any acceptable shoes? -- Suzanne

 

[MakiraMarlena]

If you don't have acceptable shoes you would probably be asked to come back in different shoes. If you don't have anything acceptable at all...no brunch for you. I would think those slip ons look exactly like tennis shoes, at least from the front, so they count. Deck shoes, I'd say would be accepted.

It wasn't shoes but I remember seeing a guy turned away for wearing blue jeans. He was protesting and saying he didn't have anything to wear other than blue jeans. They still didn't let him in.

 

[lbgraves]

They will provide acceptable clothing for guests needing it at Palo & Remy. I'm guessing they would find shoes if they were required as well, though it might be a bit more difficult.

 

[fm857]

Just off the Dream in April and after 3 previous Palo dinner and or 2 brunch experiences, where I have wore the same black Nike sandals, the manager that evening told us this trip that he was sorry but these sandals could not be worn in to Palo.

I reminded him of my previous dining experiences and he did not flinch, he added that we could dine on the patio but would not be able to dine inside, we sat for a brief moment and opted to pass as we felt we were at the "kids table".

He did offer to get me some shoes prior to the outdoor invitation, but I was not interested renting shoes like a bowling alley.

I remain a bit angry today due to what appears to be inconsistency with this policy and or application. Some could read this and say my fault and I agree to a point but after five separate previous experiences netted a different outcome this time.

I would not take the simple approach that no one is interested in your feet...guess again..they appear to watch when they want to.... you may have better odds of winning at bingo......

 

[dolphingirl47]

Just off the Dream in April and after 3 previous Palo dinner and or 2 brunch experiences, where I have wore the same black Nike sandals, the manager that evening told us this trip that he was sorry but these sandals could not be worn in to Palo.

I reminded him of my previous dining experiences and he did not flinch, he added that we could dine on the patio but would not be able to dine inside, we sat for a brief moment and opted to pass as we felt we were at the "kids table".

He did offer to get me some shoes prior to the outdoor invitation, but I was not interested renting shoes like a bowling alley.

I remain a bit angry today due to what appears to be inconsistency with this policy and or application. Some could read this and say my fault and I agree to a point but after five separate previous experiences netted a different outcome this time.

I would not take the simple approach that no one is interested in your feet...guess again..they appear to watch when they want to.... you may have better odds of winning at bingo......

Thanks for sharing your experience. I think I will print off the page from the website and I have been looking into getting some fold up shoes that don't weigh much and just sit in my purse just in case.

Corinna

 

[MsJiminyCricket]

I've worn nice crocs flip flops every single time I'm in Palo. I don't even bring anything else. Ugh - how to know if the policy has changed?

 

[Flossbolna]

Just off the Dream in April and after 3 previous Palo dinner and or 2 brunch experiences, where I have wore the same black Nike sandals, the manager that evening told us this trip that he was sorry but these sandals could not be worn in to Palo.

Sorry for such an unpleasant experience! I am just wondering whether the fact that those were Nike sandals made the manager consider them as a variation of a "tennis shoe" which is on the list of things that are not allowed. Not sure what your sandals looked like, but if they have a very "sporty" look which a lot of those more functional sandals have, I could see some reason behind that decision.

I was wearing sandals for both my Palo meals, but really nice dressy ones with heels. I am going to bring my ballerina flats for my upcoming cruise anyway, but they are much less dressy than my sandals, so it would be really stupid if they make me change into those...

 

[taswira]

Could it be possible that (now that DCL gave in and "allows" shorts in the MDRs since many ignored their previous "dress code" and wore what they wanted anyway), MAYBE they are trying to maintain a modicum of control and authority by finally deciding to "standardize" with no exceptions and actually enforce their dress codes for the adult restaurants? I know they always have at Remy, but it's new. Palo has been inconsistent in that regard. If they consistently enforce their own rules for a change, Guests would no longer need to wonder about the acceptability of their attire. It is written!

 

[dolphingirl47]

Could it be possible that (now that DCL gave in and "allows" shorts in the MDRs since many ignored their previous "dress code" and wore what they wanted anyway), MAYBE they are trying to maintain a modicum of control and authority by finally deciding to "standardize" with no exceptions and actually enforce their dress codes for the adult restaurants? I know they always have at Remy, but it's new. Palo has been inconsistent in that regard. If they consistently enforce their own rules for a change, Guests would no longer need to wonder about the acceptability of their attire. It is written!

Actually what two of the previous posters said kind of suggests the opposite. It used to state on the dress code "no sandals". It no longer does this. It just states no flip flops or tennis shoes. Yet two people mentioned that they were denied access because either they or somebody with them was wearing sandals.

I am all for having a dress code and sticking to it, but that should go both ways. They should enforce what is on the dress code, but they should not stop people from wearing something that is not listed on the dress code as not OK.

Corinna

 

[taswira]

Actually what two of the previous posters said kind of suggests the opposite. It used to state on the dress code "no sandals". It no longer does this. It just states no flip flops or tennis shoes. Yet two people mentioned that they were denied access because either they or somebody with them was wearing sandals.

I am all for having a dress code and sticking to it, but that should go both ways. They should enforce what is on the dress code, but they should not stop people from wearing something that is not listed on the dress code as not OK.

Corinna

True, but I did not say anything about sandals or no sandals. I was referring to them enforcing the CURRENT dress code - having a dress code and sticking to it for a change. I think from here on, they just MAY do that. They may very well view athletic/walking sandals with rubber soles and not "heeled" as a flip flop/sneakers hybrid since they are not dressy. I think they'll eventually change the wording of their "dress code" to get their point across that Palo and Remy are "dressy." That is really all they are asking of Guests. There are dressy sandals for women. There are no really dressy sandals for men.

 

[SuzanneSLO]

True, but I did not say anything about sandals or no sandals. I was referring to them enforcing the CURRENT dress code - having a dress code and sticking to it for a change. I think from here on, they just MAY do that. They may very well view athletic/walking sandals with rubber soles and not "heeled" as a flip flop/sneakers hybrid since they are not dressy. I think they'll eventually change the wording of their "dress code" to get their point across that Palo and Remy are "dressy." That is really all they are asking of Guests. There are dressy sandals for women. There are no really dressy sandals for men.

But the current rule is no "tennis shoes" or "flip flops". It doesn't prohibit athletic/walking shoes. Which is why I asked what a "tennis shoe" is.

The shoes I planned to wear were the Go Walk Vital in navy blue: http://www.amazon.com/Skechers-Womens-Walk-Vital-13561/dp/B00GYFLZ8Q

While I do walk in them, I would never walk at a fast pace or play tennis in them!-- Suzanne