mr1303 Posted May 11, 2006 Report Share Posted May 11, 2006 Hi all. In Bristol, we're lucky to have two reasonable quality bridge clubs. However, I'm now quite angry, on account of the fact that both of them have decided to ban wearing shorts. It is currently in the middle of a heat wave, and they INSIST on having the heating on at all times. Neither me or my partner are happy about this. What does everyone else think? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hrothgar Posted May 11, 2006 Report Share Posted May 11, 2006 short sited.... (sorry, couldn't resist) honestly, I don't care much one way or another Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
42 Posted May 11, 2006 Report Share Posted May 11, 2006 Try wearing a kilt. Or a Burnus. Or NO trousers....Perhaps some ladies never saw a naked male leg, they must be protected!It is always the same: a shortcoming somewhere (bridge skill for example) makes people care about clothings or other person's love affairs B) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Free Posted May 11, 2006 Report Share Posted May 11, 2006 Soon they'll ban people who love some specific kind of music... HELLOOO-OOO! I wouldn't play there anymore. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mike777 Posted May 11, 2006 Report Share Posted May 11, 2006 Good grief shorts are allowed in the UK, what next allowing people to play on the internet in shorts, this must stop now! Ty Bristol, someone must make a stand. Whatever happened to shirts, ties and coats at the game? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
han Posted May 11, 2006 Report Share Posted May 11, 2006 Agree with Mike777, it is disgusting to hear that people play on BBO wearing nothing but a casual outfit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MickyB Posted May 11, 2006 Report Share Posted May 11, 2006 Coventry BC doesn't permit shorts either. Nor, for that matter, does the EBU (except at Brighton) so I don't think you can have a particular gripe against the Bristol clubs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
david_c Posted May 11, 2006 Report Share Posted May 11, 2006 B) I thought silly dress codes were the preserve of golf clubs. Well, golf has enough players to cope with losing a few that way. Bridge doesn't. We desperately want more young players in the game, but bridge has an image problem which puts a lot of people off, and this sort of thing is hardly going to help. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mike777 Posted May 11, 2006 Report Share Posted May 11, 2006 yes, bridge has an image problem so why not dress up, does dressing nice hurt Sabine and Dany's game? I think not! If anyone can play dressed as a slob or in anything who wants to join in that game? Do you see how nice HipHop dresses nowadays! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Walddk Posted May 11, 2006 Report Share Posted May 11, 2006 Agree with Mike777, it is disgusting to hear that people play on BBO wearing nothing Really?? By the way, it reminds me of the European Team Championships in Salsomaggiore, Italy, in 2002 during an excruciating heat wave. There was (still is of course) a dress code. After 2 days the players had enough. They changed to shorts and sandals, and the officials did absolutely nothing about it. Well done! Roland Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
han Posted May 11, 2006 Report Share Posted May 11, 2006 Agree with Mike777, it is disgusting to hear that people play on BBO wearing nothing Really?? By the way, it reminds me of the European Team Championships in Salsomaggiore, Italy, in 2002 during an excruciating heat wave. There was (still is of course) a dress code. After 2 days the players had enough. They changed to shorts and sandals, and the officials did absolutely nothing about it. Well done! Roland Hahaha, nice job quoting me Roland. Just to make it clear: I was joking. I am glad to play at clubs where I can decide what clothes I wear, and I'm somewhat surprised that this is different in England. Only somewhat, because I've never been there so I didn't have strong expectations. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Echognome Posted May 11, 2006 Report Share Posted May 11, 2006 I fail to see the issue here. Each club is a private club and can enforce their own rules. If you don't like the dress code at your club, bring it up at the AGM. Tell them that you feel more young people would play if they allowed a relaxed dress code and that they should be trying to increase membership amongst that demographic. I know that coventry has a dress code, but they are pretty lax about what you wear. Jeans and a t-shirt is fine, for example. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Walddk Posted May 12, 2006 Report Share Posted May 12, 2006 I fail to see the issue here <snip> Jeans and a t-shirt is fine, for example. Right, your picture tells us all how they want it B) Must the T-shirt really be yellow?? Roland Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vilgan Posted May 12, 2006 Report Share Posted May 12, 2006 Wow, this whole thread was a total eye opener. I had no clue there existed places that enforced a dress code to play bridge. That's totally crazy B) The idea of not being allowed to wear shorts in the summer totally boggles my mind. Is that a Europe thing, or are there places in the US that do it too? As part of the "younger demographic", it'd be really hard to take anyone seriously who insisted that I had to go change into different clothing to play a card game. Eric Sieg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Walddk Posted May 12, 2006 Report Share Posted May 12, 2006 Is that a Europe thing, or are there places in the US that do it too? Don't know about US clubs, but if there is to be a WBF event in North America, a dress code applies. It's in the Conditions of Contest. Roland Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Walddk Posted May 12, 2006 Report Share Posted May 12, 2006 Dress CodeIn the European Open, Ladies and Senior Teams Championships the following dress code applies. General PolicyThe whole team, including the Captain, Coach and NBO Officers must wear the same uniform. Thus trousers (and skirts) and tops must be of the same colour and general design. The team uniform must contain the logo of the country and may contain discreet sponsor logos. Formal Occasions Uniform consisting of blazer and tie (or neck scarf), all of the same colour with logo indicating the country, and trousers and skirts all of the same colour. During PlayTee shirts, polo shirts, shirts and blouses all of the same colour with the team's logo indicating the country, and trousers and skirts all of the same colour. Team members must be supplied with changes of clothing so that they look smart at all times. Women may wear skirts or trousers. If sweaters, cardigans and sweatshirts are used they must be of the same colour and carry the team logo. Team members cannot wear shorts or open-toed sandals. PublicityThe team uniform must contain the logo of the country and may contain discreet sponsor logos. N.B. The World Bridge Federation's dress code is as follows: 'NBOs are asked to take note of the recognition of Bridge as a Sport by the IOC and requests that players should, at all times, be dressed appropriately; this is particularly the case at the Opening Ceremony, when it is hoped that teams could at least be uniformly dressed even if a team uniform is not available. During play appropriate dress would, for example, be an open-necked shirt, or a smart polo or sweatshirt worn with trousers or skirt as appropriate.' Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Echognome Posted May 12, 2006 Report Share Posted May 12, 2006 I fail to see the issue here <snip> Jeans and a t-shirt is fine, for example. Right, your picture tells us all how they want it ;) Must the T-shirt really be yellow?? Roland Laugh. I'm pushing the limits of the avatar dress code. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Walddk Posted May 12, 2006 Report Share Posted May 12, 2006 I fail to see the issue here <snip> Jeans and a t-shirt is fine, for example. Right, your picture tells us all how they want it ;) Must the T-shirt really be yellow?? Roland Laugh. I'm pushing the limits of the avatar dress code. :) Yes, there really should be an avatar dress code. I vote for red evening jacket and multicoloured tie! Roland P.S. And male members must obviously shave every day! Did you see that, Wayne? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
the saint Posted May 12, 2006 Report Share Posted May 12, 2006 Men wearing sandals must be banned on the grounds of taste. When any private match is played at my house, that is the only dress code that applies. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Free Posted May 12, 2006 Report Share Posted May 12, 2006 Pfff, avatar dresscode is useless. My sheep wears nothing but a nice warm wooly sweater ;) I just hope they don't ban fluffy tails! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Walddk Posted May 12, 2006 Report Share Posted May 12, 2006 Try wearing a kilt. You would love that I bet. True Scots do not wear anything underneath! You have your tango in the Water Cooler, now perhaps you want to add jitterbug where the men must wear kilts? Any more frivolous suggestions? ;) Roland Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whereagles Posted May 12, 2006 Report Share Posted May 12, 2006 LOL.. banning shorts? :blink: That's like.. midaevalesque :P If you talk about banning barefoot people, THEN I agree. It just stinks! :rolleyes: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
42 Posted May 12, 2006 Report Share Posted May 12, 2006 Try wearing a kilt. You would love that I bet. True Scots do not wear anything underneath! You have your tango in the Water Cooler, now perhaps you want to add jitterbug where the men must wear kilts? Any more frivolous suggestions? :rolleyes: RolandRoland, I saw already twice a naked man :blink: Perhaps it is you who has the frivolous thoughts (springtime)? I just meant to bypass the dress code wearing a costume. I remember when Michael Gromöller (Blade) and a friend played a tourney together on a very hot day, wearing a Burnus and a Kufiya which they had bought when they were in Dubai :P Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whereagles Posted May 12, 2006 Report Share Posted May 12, 2006 Hot day is a loose statement. I've seen swedish juniors on T-shirts while snowing. Definitely that was hot for them... lol. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Al_U_Card Posted May 12, 2006 Report Share Posted May 12, 2006 Are there any nudist colony bridge clubs? Do they have a "code" about what their members must look like? What about bad breath or body odour? How about other personality traits? My experience in bridge is that many people look like unmade beds while others look like they are fashion plates. As long as they play fair and enjoy the game sensibly, who cares? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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