Dress Code in UC
Oct 4, 2012, 3:17 pm
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Dress Code in UC
Hi All,
My first UC flight from LHR to SFO in two weeks, I was thinking of wearing shoes, jeans with a polo t-shirt. Would this be 'frowned upon' or is this classed as acceptable on board?
Thanks for any advice
My first UC flight from LHR to SFO in two weeks, I was thinking of wearing shoes, jeans with a polo t-shirt. Would this be 'frowned upon' or is this classed as acceptable on board?
Thanks for any advice
Oct 4, 2012, 3:34 pm
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Virgin seems to attract some of the worst dressed travellers I've seen outside of North America. I sat opposite one guy in UC who was in tight shorts, a vest (singlet in Australian) and was covered in tattoos. Remember, this is the fun airline where everyone has a great time partying. Apart from those wanting to sleep and relax who are disturbed by the hilarious party animals.
You'll probably be one of the smartest dressed people in the cabin so don't sweat it.
Oct 4, 2012, 10:20 pm
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You're fine.
The minute I board I ask for a sleep-suit and change in the restroom. My ensemble is only for The Clubhouse. 
Oct 5, 2012, 12:24 am
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There is no formally stated or implied dress code on any airline in any cabin IME. Within the bounds of public decency of course. Some of the worst dressed pax I have seen are in F/J cabins, even on BA (shock, horror).
Oct 5, 2012, 1:24 am
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Virgin seems to attract some of the worst dressed travellers I've seen outside of North America. I sat opposite one guy in UC who was in tight shorts, a vest (singlet in Australian) and was covered in tattoos. Remember, this is the fun airline where everyone has a great time partying. Apart from those wanting to sleep and relax who are disturbed by the hilarious party animals.
You'll probably be one of the smartest dressed people in the cabin so don't sweat it.
Most people I find on VS are dressed for travel, i.e. casual to well dressed.
Oct 5, 2012, 8:23 am
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Oct 5, 2012, 10:42 am
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Oct 5, 2012, 5:19 pm
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Ignore what all these mischievous people are saying. In upper class it is de rigeur to have either white tie/tails, or morning dress and cravat. A monocle is highly recommended, especially if you are hoping to get an invite to the captain's cocktail party at the bar.
Nah, kidding (obviously). I'm in the JFK clubhouse right now in my rugby top and jeans, and believe me, I'm not underdressed. Have a good flight.
RC
Nah, kidding (obviously). I'm in the JFK clubhouse right now in my rugby top and jeans, and believe me, I'm not underdressed. Have a good flight.
RC
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Oct 6, 2012, 2:32 am
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No matter which airline or cabin - my travel wardrobe is anything that's comfortable, clean and decent. Anyone who judges you for dressing like you intend clearly has bigger problems to deal with 