Santa Fe Opera . . . how dressy for men?
Aug 18th, 2006, 04:12 AM
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Santa Fe Opera . . . how dressy for men?
Sorry, ladies, but I'm inquiring about the appropriate dress code for men. I haven't been to the SF Opera in 20 years. Do most men wear suits now? I'm pushing 60, so it's with tongue in cheek when I say "I'm not talking about rich old men, who nearly always overdress, but about the rest."
This would be for a Saturday night late in the season--maybe the final weekend. I'm wondering if I'll feel out of place with a blazer, open-neck sports shirt (or mock turtle) and slacks. Thanks.
This would be for a Saturday night late in the season--maybe the final weekend. I'm wondering if I'll feel out of place with a blazer, open-neck sports shirt (or mock turtle) and slacks. Thanks.
Aug 18th, 2006, 07:15 AM
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I am sure you can wear a suit, but for the 5+ years I lived in NM, I can count on one hand how many {ok maybe 2 hands}times I saw men in suits at social functions...not even at weddings or funerals...and usually not even at work.
Best suggestion, where what you are comfortable in!
Hope this helps...
Debi
Best suggestion, where what you are comfortable in!
Hope this helps...
Debi
Aug 18th, 2006, 07:18 AM
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We were there a few weeks ago. Anything goes. There were men in jeans and men in fancy white suits with purple shirts! My husband wore nice slacks and a linen shirt and he fit right in. Wear whatever you are comfortable in and don't worry about it. Same goes for the ladies. By the way, it got quite chilly at night out there --- bring a light jacket.
Aug 18th, 2006, 10:13 AM
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Thanks to all. I've been to Santa Fe half a dozen times, though to the opera only once long ago, and I'm pretty sure I would feel overdressed in a dark suit, so I appreciate the near-unanimous affirmation. Thanks also for the reminder on the nippy nights.
Aug 19th, 2006, 01:00 PM
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There's always the popular opening night look - tuxedo jacket/shirt/studs/cufflinks; bolo tie; blue jeans; cowboy boots and hat. 
The last time we went, Mr. Pickle wore slacks and a nice shirt.
Lee Ann
The last time we went, Mr. Pickle wore slacks and a nice shirt.
Lee Ann
Aug 21st, 2006, 05:56 AM
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Last night when we were there, some men wore jackets w/o ties. Definitely no ties, but this was apprentice night. It was chilly particluarly in lower level orch where wind can blow straight across open area. What a beautiful setting, even with lightening striking in the distance when singers hit their high notes! Indian Market was also amazing yesterday!
