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I asked this "?" on another panel, but thought I'd again...
...do some guests slightly dress up for the Pirate Party? I know the DCL gives out Pirate bandanas...
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Some slightly (one or two accessories), some go all-out with costumes, wigs, etc. Others don't dress-up at all. You'll see a broad range, and no particular "look" dominates, so everyone should feel comfy with whatever they choose to wear.
Over the years they've offered more pirate gear in the ship's shops, especially on the Dream and Fantasy. However, if you'll be visiting Walt Disney World first, the shop at Pirates of the Caribbean is even better.
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We've never dressed up for the Pirate Party, mainly because with flying over to the States for usually at least two weeks at a time, we just don't have the room in our luggage for another outfit, on top of formal night. We've never felt out of place.
We all have pirate outfits from previous halloweens and thought it would be fun to take them with us...we really dont plan to pack much. One carry-on will have FE gifts so we wont have that on the way back ...We'll take one bottle of Malibu Black...and plan not to overpack clothes. I have it limited to 3 pairs of shoes for everyone...Keens, dress shoes, and flip flops.
DH is a big kid and loves to have fun and both Dh & DS are looking forward to dressing up...so am I. But I didnt want us to stick out like sore thumbs...lol
We all have pirate outfits from previous halloweens and thought it would be fun to take them with us...we really dont plan to pack much. One carry-on will have FE gifts so we wont have that on the way back ...We'll take one bottle of Malibu Black...and plan not to overpack clothes. I have it limited to 3 pairs of shoes for everyone...Keens, dress shoes, and flip flops.
DH is a big kid and loves to have fun and both Dh & DS are looking forward to dressing up...so am I. But I didnt want us to stick out like sore thumbs...lol
Thank you all!!!
If you have the outfits I would definitely bring them. You will not stick out at all. As mentioned above some people only have an item or two but there are many people fully dressed. Have a great time.
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You won't stick out no matter what you try to do. There are halloween costumes, Jack Sparrow look alikes and people just sporting the free bandana from DCL. No matter what you choose to go with, you won't feel out of place. If you have the outfits and have the room for them then go for it! The party is really fun and people enjoy looking at each others costumes, etc. Just have fun in whatever way your family wants!
We just got back yesterday from our first DCL trip. The Pirate Party and related events were really fun. We sort of dressed up in pirate-y regular clothes (DH is not the costume sort) and our pictures look really good since we coordinated our clothes. Kids and I wore black/white striped shirts, red sashes, pirate earrings, jeans, and bandanas. DH wore a black shirt, bandana, pirate earring, red sash, jeans. Casual and comfy. Jack Sparrow was available for pictures before and after the "Villians" show and the pictures are printed with a "Pirates of the Carribean" border - pretty nice.
We just got back yesterday from our first DCL trip. The Pirate Party and related events were really fun. We sort of dressed up in pirate-y regular clothes (DH is not the costume sort) and our pictures look really good since we coordinated our clothes. Kids and I wore black/white striped shirts, red sashes, pirate earrings, jeans, and bandanas. DH wore a black shirt, bandana, pirate earring, red sash, jeans. Casual and comfy. Jack Sparrow was available for pictures before and after the "Villians" show and the pictures are printed with a "Pirates of the Carribean" border - pretty nice.
Sounds really nice...would love to see the pictures...
DS & DH want to dress up completely...I may do as you did. Dress in casual clothes in a pirate like way with the pirate hat...lol
What are the kids ages? Any teenagers? DS is looking forward to the teen club and I really hope he likes it. We cant wait...
In the atrium there are lots of characters dressed in their Pirate costumes (Stitch, Mickey, Hook...) I saw everyone from adults to teens and little babies dressed up. Some of the costumes were amazing! You won't feel out of place if you dress up
My DD wore her pirate costume and DH ended up wearing a Skull and bones T-shirt.
In the atrium there are lots of characters dressed in their Pirate costumes (Stitch, Mickey, Hook...) I saw everyone from adults to teens and little babies dressed up. Some of the costumes were amazing! You won't feel out of place if you dress up
My DD wore her pirate costume and DH ended up wearing a Skull and bones T-shirt.
Great...thank you so much! We're back to wearing our halloween costumes...lol...they are excited...
BTW Love the Pirates of the Caribbean pic...so cute!!!
Just putting in my 2 cents...we were surprised how crowded the decks got during the party. DD got somewhat overwhelmed by the crowds, so we ended up bailing on the party. Get there early and stake out a good spot if you're going.
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