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P&O has definitely gone down-market - smart denim is now OK for 'Casual Dining'. The following is cut/pasted from P&O website. Formal This is the opportunity for ladies to wear formal evening wear such as an evening dress, smart trouser suit or a cocktail dress. For men, a dinner jacket or tuxedo are the norm, otherwise a dark lounge/ business suit and tie or formal national dress is fine. (Applies to all ships.) Semi-Formal Ladies can wear anything from tailored trousers to smart separates or an elegant dress, while men are required to wear a smart shirt and trousers with a jacket such as a blazer or sports jacket. A suit and tie may be worn but is not compulsory. (From April 2009 Semi-Formal applies to Arcadia, Artemis, Aurora and Oriana only.) Smart Casual Stylish resort or leisurewear is ideal, for example casual separates or dresses for ladies and open-neck polo shirts and casual trousers (not shorts) for men. A jacket and smart trousers may be worn but are not compulsory. Smart dark denim may be worn however we request that the following items are not worn: sportswear, e.g. trainers, football shirts and tracksuits. Bring your brightest clothes for our Tropical evenings. (Applies to all ships.) Nevertheless, a cruise with P&O is still a great holiday

When you say "less" formal,can you clarify? ie the breakdown of dress codes during the cruise. Celebrity is 3 formal per 14nights( which I feel is just right),11 casual, yet P&O designates Formal & Informal (suit) and Casual nights!!! Too much.