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Costa Cruises Dress Code & Packing Guide

Italian style with Gala nights

Formalness

60 · Refined

Formal nights

2/7

Overview

Italian style with vibrant social life and formal Gala evenings.

Day Dress Code

Casual wear including comfortable clothes, shorts, T-shirts, and swimwear for pool areas.

Evening Dress Code

Casual / Smart Casual on regular nights (long trousers, collared shirts, dresses); Formal / Gala nights require suits, ties, or evening gowns. Swimwear and sleeveless shirts for men are prohibited in dining rooms.

Strictly Prohibited Items

✕Shorts (in evening main dining)
✕Flip-flops / slippers (in evening main dining)
✕Swimwear (indoors / dining venues)
✕Shirtless / no top
✕Clothes irons / steamers
✕Surge protectors / power strips
✕Drones
✕Candles & incense
✕Hoverboards / e-scooters
✕Weapons & sharp knives
✕Alcohol (beyond allowance)
✕Extension cords

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need formal wear for Costa cruises?

Gala nights call for formal Italian-style elegance, but suits or cocktail dresses are sufficient.

Are shorts allowed in restaurants at night?

Long trousers are recommended for men in dining rooms during evening hours.

What is the overall dress code vibe?

Relaxed Italian chic during the day, transitioning to stylish and elegant at dinner.