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Princess Cruises Dress Code & Packing Guide

Classic elegance at sea

Formalness
70 Β· Formal
Formal nights
2/7

Overview

Classic elegance at sea, featuring traditional formal nights and romantic ambiance.

Day Dress Code

Casual wear including shorts, T-shirts, sundresses, and tank tops throughout the ship.

Evening Dress Code

Smart Casual on regular nights (trousers, open-neck shirts, skirts); Formal Nights feature tuxedos, suits, cocktail dresses, or evening gowns. Beachwear, baseball caps, and shorts are prohibited in dining rooms after 6 PM.

Strictly Prohibited Items

  • βœ•Swimwear / beachwear (in main dining)
  • βœ•Athletic shorts
  • βœ•Baseball caps (at dinner)
  • βœ•Torn / frayed jeans
  • βœ•Bare feet
  • βœ•Clothes irons / steamers
  • βœ•Surge protectors / power strips
  • βœ•Drones
  • βœ•Candles & incense
  • βœ•Hoverboards / e-scooters
  • βœ•Weapons & sharp knives
  • βœ•Alcohol (beyond allowance)
  • βœ•Extension cords

Frequently Asked Questions

How strictly does Princess enforce formal nights?

Formal wear is strongly encouraged in the main dining rooms on formal nights; alternative casual dining is available.

Are jackets required for men on formal nights?

A jacket and tie (or suit/tux) is expected for men in the main dining room on formal nights.

Can I wear jeans to dinner?

Nice jeans without rips are acceptable on smart casual nights, but excluded on formal nights.