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Old Jun 18th, 2008 | 02:08 PM
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Charleston dinner wear
How formal do we need to be at a place like Magnolias? Do I need a sport coat?
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Old Jun 18th, 2008 | 03:50 PM
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It has been about 10 years since we've been there, but I'd say probably not, particularly in the summer.
Consider it optional.
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Old Jun 18th, 2008 | 03:51 PM
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When we went with friends who live in Charleston, he wore a blazer and khakis, and so did I at his suggestion. Same at SNOB, I think.

You don't have to, but why not?
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Old Jun 18th, 2008 | 05:59 PM
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My husband never brings a jacket or tie on vacation(it's not a vacation to him if he has to wear them). When we had dinner at Magnolia's, I remember commenting that the men were almost "uniformly" dressed in khakis and Tommy Bahama-type shirts.
 
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Old Jun 19th, 2008 | 10:20 AM
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The uniform of the south, everywhere except the courtroom perhaps, is khaki pants and a button-down shirt. Shoes are appreciated as well

Seriously, this will get you seated at nearly any restaurant in Charleston, especially in the Summer as Orlando_Vic said.
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Old Jun 19th, 2008 | 08:44 PM
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Thanks for the prompt advice. One last thing to pack.
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Old Jun 20th, 2008 | 08:36 AM
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Hopefully you meant one LESS thing to pack!
 
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Old Jun 20th, 2008 | 02:24 PM
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True, one less thing to pack!
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