Elite Dangerous Premiere Event 22nd November 2014 Discussion Thread

Adam Lusardi · Nov 1, 2014

They all have the same shoes so I suppose that's the style.

Tiggo · Nov 1, 2014

Falkenherz said:
What is "smart casual"? I mean, is there also a "stupid casual"?

How about "relaxed casual"? Or can smart casuals not be relaxed?

Or is this all just a very British way of saying "wear whatever you want and feel cool in (and has been washed recently and still holds together as originally intended)"?

;D

coming in your panties may be "stupid casual"

Brodie · Nov 1, 2014

Adam Lusardi said:
They all have the same shoes so I suppose that's the style.

I just assumed they all really like bowling

SJT · Nov 1, 2014

I'd have two modes of dress:

1. Casual - Worn out jeans (shorts in Summer) and a t-shirt. Every day wear.

2. Smart - A suit for weddings, funerals and court appearances.

I don't usually do smart casual so I might have to split the difference and wear 1. with a tie or 2. without a tie.

However, as Kate Russell (BBC Click style icon - although those knee length skirts really don't suit her) is going in an old boiler suit with an ED patch on it, I thought I might dress similarly, adding a rigger boots and a welding mask to complete the look.

Super Manx · Nov 1, 2014

Hmmm, Like SJT have two modes - same as 1) and office wear/funeral/weddings/other events that demand i spend money on clothes i'm not going to get the wear out of.

If it was black tie, I'd hire a Tux no problems. But, I'll be in a either a Super Manx T-shirt or an Elite T-Shirt and jeans/trainers. I want to be comfortable and relaxed, not feeling awkward in hard shoes and suit.

stephen_usher · Nov 1, 2014

Brodie said:
Question, what is everyone wearing?
I know the invite email stated smart casual but that could cover everything from suit with shirt out and no tie, to smart jeans and a t-shirt.

My plan was to wear jeansn elite t-shirt and a fleecy jacket/hoodie (actually the Star Citizen "Redacted" one).

Actually, the second e-mail, which asked for an RSVP said:

Dress code for the Premiere is casual, smart or costume.

So, I guess that as long as you wear something you're fine.

CrispyLeper · Nov 1, 2014

Brodie said:
Well just for kicks I did a Google Image search (always a risky prospect) for "Smart Casual" and the first image I found was this....

View attachment 655

......I guess i've never been anywhere dressed "smart casual" then!
And I would hasten to add that I would rather nail my do-dahs to a burning barn before getting dressed like any of them....erm...blokes.

I'm the one second from the right just so you know who to look out for.

Juniper · Nov 1, 2014

Falkenherz said:
What is "smart casual"? I mean, is there also a "stupid casual"?

How about "relaxed casual"? Or can smart casuals not be relaxed?

Or is this all just a very British way of saying "wear whatever you want and feel cool in (and has been washed recently and still holds together as originally intended)"?

;D

Smart casual means...

Trousers rather than jeans.
A shirt with a collar rather than a t-shirt with Iron Maiden plastered across it.
No tie
Shoes rather than trainers.

Personally, I think if we're going to go smart - better to go the whole hog. Tie, dinner jacket, the lot. Even a carnation in the chest pocket.

Wat · Nov 2, 2014

Hi,
... ... ... Now Brodie, You Say __Elite Dangerous Premiere Event 22nd November 2014 Discussion Thread

___

Brodie said:
Hello,

___I backed at a level which netted me a Launch Party Invite, now name Premier Event.

Brodie

______Does That Mean That The FULL COMPLETE AND FINAL ELITE DANGEROUS Wil Be Announced And Launched On 22nd November 2014...?

Adam Lusardi · Nov 2, 2014

I guess we will have to wait and see what they announce.
Unless they plan on having another party later.

deusx_ophc · Nov 2, 2014

Juniper said:
Smart casual means...

Trousers rather than jeans.
A shirt with a collar rather than a t-shirt with Iron Maiden plastered across it.
No tie
Shoes rather than trainers.

yup, that is it. and also agree with mobius, proper black tie would have been great (for a fan meet never mind). so i am leaving the casuals at home.

this is going to be one weird & wonderful event. looking forward to detail from FDEV on this premiere event :smilie:

any idea on numbers, how many can the duxford museum fit? must be 500+ by now attending?

Titus Balls · Nov 2, 2014

I'm coming Kilted, but I'll be wearing a T-Shirt with a smart jacket over the top on entry - but the T-Shirt will be smart and relevant to the event.

If I have to, I'll bring an emergency shirt to wear over the top of it (but I'll not be a happy bunny)

Edit - This, minus the padded jacket and nicer shoes:

Then this custom T-Shirt

SJT · Nov 2, 2014

Nice skirt. Not sure it goes with the beard.

Titus Balls · Nov 2, 2014

SJT said:
Nice skirt. Not sure it goes with the beard.

It's a kilt. If I wore something under *then* it would be a skirt

stephen_usher · Nov 2, 2014

Titus Balls said:
I'm coming Kilted, but I'll be wearing a T-Shirt with a smart jacket over the top on entry - but the T-Shirt will be smart and relevant to the event.

I think Kate Russell will be very happy about your kilt wearing.

P.S. I wonder if I should add the the kilted theme? I may need a bit of persuading to do so.

SJT · Nov 2, 2014

Titus Balls said:
It's a kilt. If I wore something under *then* it would be a skirt

I can bring you some spare pants if you've run out.

Slopey · Nov 2, 2014

Titus Balls said:
I'm coming Kilted

Ditto

Although I'll need to work on the footwear as I don't want to wear the formal shoes, but I usually wear steel toecaps for the Rugby, and they'll be a pain to take on/off at the airport.

John Fearns · Nov 3, 2014

I'll come too, along with a friend who doesn't use the forums, but who is also a backer. I also have space to give a lift from the pub to the event for 3 people.

Originally Posted by cmdr awesome View Post
1. Cmdr Awesome
2. CrispyLeper
3. CrispyLeper's+1
4. Adam Lusardi
5. Super Manx
6. Super Manx's+1
7. Snyper Al
8. Mobius + Mrs Mobius(Saturday)
9. Keeval (Friday / Saturday)
10. Jonty
11. Moonsword (Alexander Tutass)
12. Stephen Usher (Saturday)
13. MikeSnos (Friday / Saturday and Museum Saturday AM/PM)
14. Flossy (Saturday)
15. Wrongway (Saturday)
16. Tiggo (Friday / Saturday)
17. Falkenherz
18. SnowImp
19. Dobbo
20. Titus Balls (Saturday)
21. Iain M. Norman
22. Barns
23. AnthonyRV (saturday)
24. deusx_ophc (saturday)
25. Flak (Saturday)
26. Void Sun (Friday/Saturday)
27. Void Sun's +1
28. Muttley (Saturday)
29. ZaphodBeeble (Saturday)
30. Edward Lewis (Friday and Saturday)
31. Splendour (Saturday)
32. Sectoid (Saturday)
33. Darren Grey (Saturday)
34. The Lone Gunman (Saturday)
35. Cloudien (Saturday)
36 Dr Wookie
37. Steed (Saturday)
38. Sharpshifter (Saturday)
39. Gully Foyle (Saturday)
40. PatrickW
41. PatrickW's +1
42. Cmdr Jeffery (Saturday)
43. Mack (Saturday)
44. OriginalBadBoy (Saturday)
45. Slawkenbergius (Saturday)
46. Viajero (Saturday)
47. El Tel
48. El Tel's +1
49. Herne
50. Laurim80 (Saturday)
51. Liqua & Bloocheeze (Fri / Sat)
52. Shadowscout (Saturday/ Possible Friday)
53. Spooner (Saturday pre-event boozer and event)
54. Spooners +1
55. Wolf
56. Wolf's +1
57. SJT
58. Slopey (Saturday)
59. MadMike
60. b1gdeano +1
61. John Fearns (Saturday)
62. John Fearns's +1 (Saturday)

See you all there!

Juniper · Nov 3, 2014

deusx_ophc said:
any idea on numbers, how many can the duxford museum fit? must be 500+ by now attending?

There's about 300 or so budgeted from the Kickstarter, but I think they've been releasing tickets at 50 at a time, so make that another 100. Plus no doubt a few invitees & press etc.

500 sounds about right.

Mack · Nov 3, 2014

Juniper said:
There's about 300 or so budgeted from the Kickstarter, but I think they've been releasing tickets at 50 at a time, so make that another 100. Plus no doubt a few invitees & press etc.

500 sounds about right.

Taken from here

Our purpose-built AirSpace Conference Centre is available for conferences, seminars, meetings, dinners and lunches, accommodating up to 200 people. Close proximity to Cambridge, easy access from the M11 motorway and ample free parking add to the Centre’s flexibility.

Three remarkable indoor spaces - the Foster-designed American Air Museum, the breathtaking AirSpace Exhibition Hall and the Conservation Hall – are available for large-scale hospitality events of up to 700 guests as well as product launches and trade fares.