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My husband and myself are staying in London for two nights - The Connaught and the
Sofitel St. James are both supposed to be superior hotels - i know they are very expensive but this is a special occasion - however, that being said - I do not want to feel that I am under-dressed as I walk through the lobby in possible jeans.Any advice would be helpful.
Thanks
CL

As long as you look neat you'll be fine. People don't dress up the way they used to and hotels are used to this.

not sure what help you're looking for.
I've been to the Connaught for dinner a few times and have had drinks there as well. The staff go out of their way to make you feel welcome.
The default question is "can you wear jeans in the lobby?' Yes, you can. (But I'd hold off on the tank top)

Don't wish to sound unhelpful, but if you're that self-conscious why don't you just NOT wear jeans?

The fact of the matter is that there are very few STRICTLY adhered to dress codes in London. And remember that you ARE the guest....

&quot;<i>Don't wish to sound unhelpful, but if you're that self-conscious why don't you just NOT wear jeans?</i>&quot;

I totally agree. In fact, if I was that worried about looking out of place, I'd probably pick a less posh hotel . . . .

The hotel won't care what you wear but it sounds like YOU care.

As a Brit I can say Jeans are fine in most places. Night clubs can be a bit harder if you want to dance. Not sure i've been in those hotels though.
Quaglinos for dinner is good fun. It's huge and attracts a good crowd. Food is great.

My dear, I often walk around Claridge's (and sometimes The Connaught) wearing jeans. However, if you are planning on wearing the sort that are about ten sizes too big, and impossibly baggy, then I would leave them at home. But, if they're regular jeans then that will be perfectly alright!

And remember, you are the guest there so you can do pretty much as you please!

&quot;And remember, you are the guest there so you can do pretty much as you please!&quot;

I have a problem with that concept which is similar to &quot;If they want my money, they must put up with me&quot;.

If I am a guest in somebody's house, I don't stub my fag out in the best china or put my dirty shoes on the chairs.

Anyway, what's wrong with sailing into a nice hotel looking well dressed?

Josser,

Well said. Although I have worn jeans in posh places, along with a nice shirt/blazer, I abhor the current attitude that one can wear whatever one wants wherever one wants with little regard to appropriateness. Actually it's the attitude of complete self-absorption that I find most irritating.

I second the suggestion for Quaglino's--love that place.

We stayed at the Sofitel St. James last year..... it is a lovely hotel in a super location. Dress didn't seem to be an issue. I don't recall any real &quot;swells&quot;.. nor did I see any real slobs. I doubt well tailored, clean jeans would raise an eyebrow.
(But I do hope they've rethought breakfast ... in the hotel rest. was 19 pounds per!! Continental, no less-:( However, nearby in St James Park is Inn The Park which has all sorts of dining alternatives.

to say that the OP is self conscious so she should not wear jeans is silly. the point is that she does not know the norms at these hotels and is the type who does not like to be underdressed (and what is wrong with that?) if i ask people about the dress at a party or restaurant, it doesn't mean i'm self conscious...just that i want to dress appropriately.

so to answer the OP's question, no i would not expect you to feel out of place in those two hotels and i don't think you will be the only one in jeans. i have been in both on multiple occasions so i can speak from experience (rather than just labeling you as self conscious for caring about how you dress).