Women's Cruise Dresses

Cruise Dresses FAQs

What dresses to wear in the evening on a cruise

Evenings are when cruise passengers tend to dress to the nines, particularly on a ship with a black tie dress code. This can include floor-length frocks and sophisticated styles, dressed up with elegant accessories and statement heeled shoes. 

Nowadays, most cruises don’t enforce a formal dress code, so passengers are a little more flexible with their evening dresses. If that’s the case on your cruise, show your personality with a patterned or boho dress that fits your holiday style.

If you plan to go out dancing, try a mini dress with stylish sandals for a chic party look. Or, for dinner and a show, a classic floral dress is always a winner. 

What dresses to wear on a port day on a cruise

Visiting new and different ports is one of the most exciting parts of a cruise, so be sure to pick out a dress that you know you’ll feel fabulous in.

Midi or midaxi dresses tend to be best for exploring, paired with pumps or loafers so that your feet won’t get tired as you wander around. If you prefer to spend your port days at the beach, however, we recommend a loose and lightweight maxi dress that you can throw over your swimwear when you need a cover-up. 

How to dress for different ports on a cruise

One thing we love about a cruise is the fact that you get to visit so many places in a single holiday! So, why not embrace the ever-changing locations of your cruise with a spot of destination dressing?

At Joe Browns, we have Riviera-inspired dresses, paisley prints, tropical patterns and more to suit your style. Plus, our guide to choosing dresses for different destinations can help you pick out the perfect cruise dress for every port. 

Discover lightweight, long-sleeved and long-skirted dresses for ports and cruise destinations where modest dressing is expected.