What to wear to the opera?! HELP!
May 30th, 2001, 08:15 PM
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What to wear to the opera?! HELP!
I will be attending "Tristan" at the Bavarian State Opera House in Munchen. I have never been to Europe before and I have NO idea what to wear. Does "formal" defnitely mean black tie? Leaving on Saturday, please help!
May 31st, 2001, 05:39 AM
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Marley: I agree with the previous posts. Munich is known as quite an elegant and upscale city with well-dressed people. I would definitely dress a bit special. In my opinion, it's also part of the preparation for a nice and special evening. <BR>Enjoy the opera and Munich!
May 31st, 2001, 05:42 AM
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I live in Germany and have been to many operas and theatre events. Try to dress as if going to church. If you are a woman throw on some fake pearls, no one will know they're fake. If you are a man, try a tie with slacks. And even if it is "formal", in Germany that just means nicer suits and longer dresses then normal. If you underdress, for some reason, just enjoy the evening of such a wonderful experience.
May 31st, 2001, 10:46 AM
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I was worried about the clothing issue, too, until we turned up at the Opera Bastille in Paris. We had the second most expensive seats in the house. Naturally I expected the people around me to be well dressed. Well, that idea got the boot when we sat down next to a <BR>fellow clad in a T-shirt. It must have been a formal t-shirt because it was black, but there was no collar in view. Since then, my wife and I have quite worrying about it. <BR> <BR>Last year in Vienna, a dark blue sports jacket, white shirt and tie, and grey dress slacks worked for me. A long black dress worked fine for my wife. <BR> <BR>The ushers are not going to throw you out if you are decently dressed and act politely. <BR> <BR>
