Lounge Attire
Jan 18, 2018, 6:11 pm
#1
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Lounge Attire
Currently sat in ANU “Executive Lounge” and myself and my partner soon came to the subject of - what is acceptable to wear in the lounge and what isn’t?
We were given dirty looks as soon as we walked in for what we assume was because we were wearing shorts (we planned on changing before getting to the lounge but didn’t get chance so did so pretty much as soon as we got in).
Theres a large number of people without any sort of collar (polo shirt/shirt) and quite a few with either shorts or tracksuit bottoms on.
On the flip side, there’s also some in here with shirt and suit jackets.
Are shorts acceptable? Should lounge attendees be wearing some form of collar?
Theres a large number of people without any sort of collar (polo shirt/shirt) and quite a few with either shorts or tracksuit bottoms on.
On the flip side, there’s also some in here with shirt and suit jackets.
Are shorts acceptable? Should lounge attendees be wearing some form of collar?
Jan 18, 2018, 6:20 pm
#3
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I would say that some shorts are acceptable but that a collar (and tie) are not required. I think as long as you're not dressed in such a way as to cause offense then relaxed attire such as shorts and a polo shirt would be perfectly acceptable. I know that Qantas does have a policy for their domestic lounges but it doesn't specifically exclude shorts, except perhaps in the context of head to toe gym wear: https://www.qantas.com/travel/airlin...ines/global/en
Given what some people wear both in lounges and on planes it sounds as if you're more than appropriately attired for visiting the lounge!
Given what some people wear both in lounges and on planes it sounds as if you're more than appropriately attired for visiting the lounge!
Jan 18, 2018, 7:33 pm
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The Executive Lounge at ANU is a contract lounge. While most airline lounges don't seem to have a dress code (cf. QF), I have been in a few non-airline affiliated lounges over the years that have had a dress code that was enforced. But as Palmer noted above, if you were admitted to the lounge then your attire was acceptable and I wouldn't worry about it and wouldn't care what anyone else thought.
Some lounge dress codes:
https://www.executivelounges.com/blo...our-dress-code
https://www.qantas.com/travel/airlin...ines/global/en
Some lounge dress codes:
https://www.executivelounges.com/blo...our-dress-code
https://www.qantas.com/travel/airlin...ines/global/en
Jan 18, 2018, 7:46 pm
#9
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It's Antigua, a holiday destination in the Caribbean! Not the Royal Ballet in Covent garden! Having come through the lounge a few weeks back, the staff were so relaxed I can't see anyone bar a few snobs being concerned what you wore!
Jan 18, 2018, 9:50 pm
#10
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Are you sure they were really DIRTY looks, and not just disdainful glances? Did they stare, or did they just avert their eyes?
If you are legitimately concerned about what someone else might think, then you have answered your own question. That is, you weren't properly dressed.
If you are legitimately concerned about what someone else might think, then you have answered your own question. That is, you weren't properly dressed.
Jan 18, 2018, 10:50 pm
#11
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Oh I believe it. Like the @OP, I was subject to a nasty look from some stuffy guy (in a suit) in NRT when I showed up off a 9 hour flight. I had a Suntori in my basketball shorts and waited my turn for the showers. I scoff when I think about the fact that people get upset about nonexistent dress codes. I see it on cruise forums All. The. Time.
Jan 18, 2018, 11:24 pm
#12
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Personally, I would be very happy if airline lounges refused entry to those wearing shorts. I would also like hotel lounges to police their - often quite strict - evening dress requirements more determinedly. As it happens, I also would like it to be the 1950s. But they haven't, they don't, and it isn't. As such, do as you please ^
Jan 19, 2018, 12:04 am
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People need to be less concerned about others and being judgemental, it only leads to less enjoyment of the lounge by all.
There is no formal dress code, as long as what your wearing isn’t overtly offensive and you are comfortable for your flight please feel free to give them dirty looks back.
There is no formal dress code, as long as what your wearing isn’t overtly offensive and you are comfortable for your flight please feel free to give them dirty looks back.
Jan 19, 2018, 12:30 am
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Are you sure they were really DIRTY looks, and not just disdainful glances? Did they stare, or did they just avert their eyes?
If you are legitimately concerned about what someone else might think, then you have answered your own question. That is, you weren't properly dressed.
If you are legitimately concerned about what someone else might think, then you have answered your own question. That is, you weren't properly dressed.
As for saying that if someone is concerned what others are thinking due to their body language means that you should change, I don’t agree with you I’m afraid.
so far I’ve only seen one post of someone who wanted a lounge of the 1950s, but themed bars we’re popular in London 10-15 years ago so who knows, personally I’d rather comfortable and functional were the desired attributes.