What to wear on a cruise ship formal night?
The giltz and glamour of our formal nights is a highlight for many of our guests. Our Senior Crew will be in their finest too - it’s a special occasion for everyone!
For ladies
- A ball gown or elegant dress
- Skirt or trousers with a stylish top
For gentlemen
- Dinner jacket with a bow tie
- Suit with formal shirt and tie
- Or kilt and sporran (please note that a skean dhu is not permitted)
Prefer to keep it casual?
- We kindly ask those guests who choose not to dress fomally to dine in our casual restaurants on Formal Nights
- Please note that you will be unable to attend the Captain's Cocktail Paty if not in formal attire
Alternative Dining Option
- Book a table at our speciality restaurant, Colours & Tastes - available on all three ships
The number of formal nights on your cruise will be highlighted on your cruise ticket, sent approximately three weeks prior to departure. Below is a handy guide to the number of formal nights you can expect to enjoy.
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3 nights or less |
Smart casual throughout |
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3 - 4 nights |
Captain's Welcome Party, but no formal nights |
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5 - 6 nights |
1x formal night, usually the Captain's Welcome Party |
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7- 12 nights |
2x formal nights. 1st formal night is normally the Captain's Welcome party. |
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13- 20 nights |
Captain's Welcome Party + 3x formal nights |
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22 nights + |
Captain's Welcome Party + 1x formal night each week |
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