What should I wear on formal night?
Formal Nights – Dress to impress!
- Formal nights are your chance to dress to the nines and enjoy an evening of glitz and glamour. 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 (sparkles optional — but always a winner!)
For Gentlemen
- Dinner jacket with a bow tie
- Suit with formal shirt and tie
- Or go traditional with a kilt and sporran
Prefer to keep It casual?
- We kindly ask that guests who choose not to dress formally dine in our casual restaurants on formal nights.
Please note: You won’t be able to attend the Captain’s Cocktail Party if you are not in formal attire.
Alternative dining option
- Why not book a table at our specialty restaurant, Colours and Tastes — available on all our ships!
Want to know how many formal nights you'll have on board? Click here
Want to know more about our dress code? Click here
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