What To Wear?

[TheThommos]

This is probably a really girly thing to ask but it has been concerning me. Basically, what should we wear to the theme parks? I'm used to going on beach holidays where in the daytime you wear bikinis and not much else!!

Thanks in advance

J

[Ray&Sarah]

Shorts and T-shirts for us, and trainers on feet for comfort.[msnsmile2]

[Chloe]

If its a hot time of year, then shorts tshirts and comfy sandals and plent of sunscreen.
If its a cooler time, I 'layer' so that I can adapt accordingly. Chloe

[caroline]

Basically anything you're comfortable in - skirt, shorts, cropped trousers jeans I've seem them all. I hate trainers so always wear chunky flip flops as I find them really comfy, especially if you get wet, nothing worse than soggy trainers!

[Liam_Sandie]

I'm with you Caroline, shorts t-shirt and flip-flops for all of us too!!:D

[Sally D]

Shorts and t-shirts and comfy shoes. Wouldn't wear jeans as you get soaked and I mean soaked on some of the water rides, nothing worse than wet heavy jeans.

[NickClark]

I am not 100% sure but I seem to remember there being signs up at some or all of the theme parks saying that shirts are required at all times and that bikini tops are not acceptable atire. I only mention this as I know in most hot places this is the sort of clothing that would be deemed acceptable. I am sure that someone else will confirm this.

[MaggieAllan]

I also believe this to be the case...no bikini/swimwear...although I have seen one or two young girls taking their tshirts off to reveal bikinis on water rides...but it's not necessary as you usually dry that quickly anyway. All the parks (except water) have signs saying shirts required.

[Nostromo]

<blockquote id="quote" class="ffs">quote:Originally posted by MaggieAllan
I also believe this to be the case...no bikini/swimwear...although I have seen one or two young girls taking their tshirts off to reveal bikinis on water rides...but it's not necessary as you usually dry that quickly anyway. All the parks (except water) have signs saying shirts required.
[/quote]

But they don't say the shirts have to be actually worn. So, as long as you have a shirt with you, you should be all right in a bikini top or whatever.[msnwink]

[daxon]

They can be very strict though - most so in Disney. First year we were told off because my 3 yr old niece had a wet tee shirt & was having a paddy so we were changing her in public - NOT ON AT ANY AGE MADAM!! Last summer my 15 yr old niece was told to cover her midriff or she would not be allowed in by the security guard who also told us that she had just thrown a young girl out for wearing at tee shirt with a rude slogan on!
Best not to risk spoiling the day with an argument i would say!

[caroline]

I do remember reading that somebody wearing a FCUK - (French Connection UK, incase you think I'm being rude[:O]) was made to turn it inside out, so even slightly risque slogans appear to be a definite no-no

[Tonish]

I would point out that if you've never been on this type of holiday before, footwear is more important than you would think. You do an awful lot of walking around the theme parks and while some are comfortable in flip flops or whatever, I've always found that I need trainers. Sandals/flip-flops etc just aren't built for long days where you are walking miles.

Tonish

[chunkichik]

<blockquote id="quote" class="ffs">quote:Originally posted by Tonish
I would point out that if you've never been on this type of holiday before, footwear is more important than you would think. You do an awful lot of walking around the theme parks and while some are comfortable in flip flops or whatever, I've always found that I need trainers. Sandals/flip-flops etc just aren't built for long days where you are walking miles.

Tonish
[/quote]

I have to second this, Skechers are the best, they have excellent foot support!!!!

[daisy]

hi i was wondering about foot wear as well hate wearing trainers all day .went to alton towers last year in flip flops and left them off on most rides so bear dangling feet ! would they alow this in theme parks over there ? many thanks in advance .

[LiesaAnna]

<blockquote id="quote" class="ffs">quote:Originally posted by caroline
I do remember reading that somebody wearing a FCUK - (French Connection UK, incase you think I'm being rude[:O]) was made to turn it inside out, so even slightly risque slogans appear to be a definite no-no
[/quote]

seaworld had a big eppy! on my 16 year old daughter and her FCUK tshirt, i posted it on another thread! said she had to turn it inside out! of course she went off on one! my daughters arguement was the dolphins and whales couldnt read!
said that Americans are offended by it, we asked then why sell it??? we bought it over there!

[christhear]

Regarding footwear there are some rides that say you must wear shoes.
However when i went on duelling Dragons last year the woman sitting next to me had to sit on her flip-flops otherwise she would have lost them. I tend to wear the kind of sandals that you can get wet, but have straps so you don't lose them on rides where your feet flap around.
I too can not stand wet trainers and my son throws a wobbly if he has to wear them.

[kaysvacationvilla]

I have found the best footware for parks is Teva sandals. They are great for walking, have good straps for staying on and let your feet breath.

[floridadreamvilla.co.uk]

It is true - they will not admit you to the parks if you are (un)dressed like this. If they spot anyone in the park like this they will be escorted out of the park unless they can put a shirt on immediately.

Also any t-shirts or anything that may be deemed offensive to any guest will not be allowed. In the first instance they make you put the t-shirt on inside out and if this does not work you will not be allowed admittance.

We were told all about these rules on our Keys To The Kingdom tour of the MK. They are very strict on these with no exceptions.

<blockquote id="quote" class="ffs">quote:Originally posted by NickClark
I am not 100% sure but I seem to remember there being signs up at some or all of the theme parks saying that shirts are required at all times and that bikini tops are not acceptable atire. I only mention this as I know in most hot places this is the sort of clothing that would be deemed acceptable. I am sure that someone else will confirm this.
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[Nostromo]

<blockquote id="quote" class="ffs">quote:Originally posted by NickClark
I am not 100% sure but I seem to remember there being signs up at some or all of the theme parks saying that shirts are required at all times and that bikini tops are not acceptable atire. I only mention this as I know in most hot places this is the sort of clothing that would be deemed acceptable. I am sure that someone else will confirm this.
[/quote]

But isn't this a rather difficult law to enforce? If one assumes that a "Bikini Top" is the upper part of a 2-piece female beachwear, what about some of the 'b*** tube' and similar non-beachwear clothes? I saw a lot of women walking around the parks in quite skimpy attire that did not cover a great deal more than a bikini top. The stewards will have to have a list of illustations to tell them what is acceptable and what isn't and even then it won't be simple.

[Ray&Sarah]

I'm glad I read this thread as I will make sure that my eldest son does not wear one of his FCUK tops when going to one of the parks. Would be a real pain if we got there and he couldn't get in because of his T-shirt.[msnscared][msnsmile]

[CarolAnn]

<blockquote id="quote" class="ffs">quote:Originally posted by Ray&Sarah
I'm glad I read this thread as I will make sure that my eldest son does not wear one of his FCUK tops when going to one of the parks. Would be a real pain if we got there and he couldn't get in because of his T-shirt.[msnscared][msnsmile]
[/quote]
Have to admit I have seen someone refused entry into MGM with one of those T-Shirts on, didn't make the connection at the time.[msneek] I tend to stick to the regulation shorts,Disney T's(don't wear them at home) and comfy trainers! Cas with the shoes alot would depend on your planned day. We always tend to be out ALL day, either parks or shopping, so on my feet alot!!

[floridadreamvilla.co.uk]

Funny you should mention that but IIRC that is eactly what they do have as part of the training manuals [msnwink]

Just on another note, is it only me that finds those FCUK t-shirts offensive. I know it's only supposed to be a bit of fun but there are limits. Most people read by the first and last letters of a word and so I always read this word the wrong way (as I'm sure other people do too).

<blockquote id="quote" class="ffs">quote:Originally posted by Nostromo

The stewards will have to have a list of illustations to tell them what is acceptable and what isn't and even then it won't be simple.

[Nostromo]

<blockquote id="quote" class="ffs">quote:Originally posted by floridadreamvilla.co.uk

Just on another note, is it only me that finds those FCUK t-shirts offensive. I know it's only supposed to be a bit of fun but there are limits. Most people read by the first and last letters of a word and so I always read this word the wrong way (as I'm sure other people do too). [/quote]

I agree with you 100% John. I am no prude, but I think there are limits. The logo FCUK was certainly intented to provoke and in my opinion, in very bad taste. That's why we never buy any of their products.

[KJH]

It's not just the logo it's the sentances that go with it now. They seem to be getting worse. :(

I'm not a prude my son has some of them but I would not like him wearing during the day in public or on the aircraft.[}:)]

Kaz

[flyrr100]

It doesn't matter what you suggest, most Brits will still wear (from the top down):
Sky blue floppy hat
"insert your team" soccer shirt
Adidas navy short shorts
Black socks
Sandles

Sorry [msnsad]

[Nostromo]

<blockquote id="quote" class="ffs">quote:Originally posted by flyrr100
It doesn't matter what you suggest, most Brits will still wear (from the top down):
Sky blue floppy hat
"insert your team" soccer shirt
Adidas navy short shorts
Black socks
Sandles

Sorry [msnsad]
[/quote]

After a few beers on Saturday night Flyrr100, they will be wearing the same things bottom to top!:D

[MaggieAllan]

I think a lot of American Moms look the same too

Visor
Light colour polo t-shirt..pale pink, pale blue or white
White shorts
Belt...with attached phone
Short white socks
Whiter than white trainers/tennis shoes

and their hairdos are all big!!!back combing is still in!!!!

[flyrr100]

<blockquote id="quote" class="ffs">quote:Originally posted by MaggieAllan
I think a lot of American Moms look the same too

Visor
Light colour polo t-shirt..pale pink, pale blue or white
White shorts
Belt...with attached phone
Short white socks
Whiter than white trainers/tennis shoes

and their hairdos are all big!!!back combing is still in!!!!
[/quote]


That's no way to talk about my wife!
You forgot the huge SUV and the $500.00 sunglasses! No wonder I'm always broke![msnscared]

[TheThommos]

This is a fantastic site! What a laugh especially the bit about Brits and American Moms! Ok, so what we are saying is that pretty much anything goes providing it can't be seen as offensive! Fantastic! Brand new wardrobe for me then! Luckily I'm a trainer person, so footwear won't be a problem!

My friend is a bit concerned about wearing a skirt because she is concerned that it will end up around her neck when she is on the rides. Will this happen?

J

[flyrr100]

<blockquote id="quote" class="ffs">quote:Originally posted by TheThommos

My friend is a bit concerned about wearing a skirt because she is concerned that it will end up around her neck when she is on the rides. Will this happen?
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Let's hope so![msnwink]

[Nostromo]

<blockquote id="quote" class="ffs">quote:Originally posted by TheThommos
My friend is a bit concerned about wearing a skirt because she is concerned that it will end up around her neck when she is on the rides. Will this happen?

J
[/quote]

Reassure her that if it does happen, she could try passing for Marilyn Monroe!

[Michele L]

In relation to footwear, I absolutely adore my merrell sandals. I now have 2 pair, one at the villla and one in the UK. When i arrived a couple of holidays ago I forgot them and spent all day going around the malls (well that is my excuse).

I finally found a pair at the Premium Outlet and have never been so relieved. They are like the TEVA's (my other half has these and swears by them), you can get them wet and they will not be ruined. Not the cheapest but worth every penny as they are like slippers!![sporty][sporty][sporty][sporty][sporty][sporty][sporty] - all day long!!

Michele

[LiesaAnna]

[quote]
Just on another note, is it only me that finds those FCUK t-shirts offensive. I know it's only supposed to be a bit of fun but there are limits. Most people read by the first and last letters of a word and so I always read this word the wrong way (as I'm sure other people do too).

[quote][

i dont personally like those logo's on the T.shirts, but when they get to 16 and wanna dress themselves! its fashion thats all!
would rather she didnt wear them out with us, but then she wouldnt come!!! nows theres an idea![msnwink]

[flyrr100]

I was at the Outback at MCO last week having lunch between flights and some Brits were refused entry wearing FCUK shirts. Good thing too! I find it offensive. Not that I don't have a potty mouth myself, but I wouldn't want my (American) kids to see that. I understand that Disney won't let you in WDW wearing them. That's a good thing also.

[Kazzie]

We were at Magic Kingdom last July and my Son was refused entry as he had an offensive t-shirt on. (It was something from Family Guy and we hadnt given it a thought as I didnt think it was offensive at all)) Luckily he had a plain white vest on underneath so could take the offendng t-shirt off. What got my goat though was that a lady wearing the same t-shirt going through the next turnstyle was allowed in without a problem.[msnmad]

I didnt realise this thread was so old (that will teach me to be nosey looking what other posts people are looking at!) But it also brought memories of our first visit to Florida in 1989. I brought about 10 pairs of shoes but none were comfortable for whole days at the theme parks, so ended up buying some sandals from "PAY LESS SHOE ZONE" or something like that name. They were so comfortable that I used them for years and they cost something like $6.[msnsmile]

Karen

[djdigitald]

When we were there in February someone was actually evicted from MK for having an FCUK to shirt on however i think it was and is OTT.
The T-Shirt was not offensive as it was Black with 'French Connection' on the front and 'UK' in big letters on the back.
I think this whole thing is rediculous, if the people of America and the UK find it offensive then they should not make up the words in the first place(I can think of a lot of swear words particularly the 'F' and 'C' words that originated in America) FCUK may be offensive to they eye and may corrupt young children(How many films and TV programs do they watch nowadays with Offensice language in?)however, the language that can be heard in ALL of these parks can be even more offensive and a lot of it is from parents with children!!!
The problem here isn't FCUK, it is the Nanny State that we now live in (USA and UK).



&lt;I will now get off my soapbox and prepare for the barage of flack&gt;

[Macka]

I most certainly am not a prude, but I applaud Disney and anyone else who makes a stand on this.

Disney was conceived as a place where folk could come and experience the wholesome world of Mickey and Minnie, Donald and Pluto, Cinderella and Snow White. It's a magical dream world, and that's something that is at it's most important to the little ones in particular.

If don't think it's appropriate to walk around Disney with a T-shirt that is a play on words alluding to the word f**k, and I agree that you should have to take it off.

[mizzy]

well i've never come across this post before but i have to agree with you there Macka, i personally think the french connection t.shirts are offensive

and it's not only the adults t shirts that get checked out the disney security where quite interested in my daughters t. shirt with a slogan

the front said "i didn't ask to be an angel" and they laughed out loud at the back which said

"but if the halo fits" [angel]

Mizzy