Is your family cruising over the holidays? A Christmas or New Year’s Eve cruise is on many people’s bucket lists, and for good reason. A holiday cruise is a wonderful way to celebrate! Being onboard for New Year’s Eve gives you a built-in party without all of the extra planning (or driving!)
Packing for a cruise, especially a holiday cruise, can be a little stressful. In most situations, you do not have free access to pressing and steaming services, so packing with care is important. In this post, I’ll share several gorgeous dresses for your holiday cruise that will glam up your festive evening and be easy to pack.
For any dresses with sparkle or sequins, I recommend wrapping them in tissue paper to keep them wrinkle-free and prevent them from snagging on other items. It’s also important to hang them up as soon as you get to your cruise cabin to help mitigate any wrinkles. And, don’t forget the steam from your shower can also be a great help!
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Let’s review 13 cocktail dresses for your holiday cruise.
Dress codes have really relaxed on cruises, and more people are taking advantage of that and generally dressing more casually. However, while you’re not required to dress in formal attire on your cruise, many cruisers like to dial up the glam on their holiday sailings. It’s a great way to be festive, grab some photos, and enjoy a party on board.
- I’ll kick the list off with what might be my favorite. It is so elegant in black, but make sure you check out all of the available colors and select the one that makes you happy! Remember, a cocktail dress doesn’t have to be black. But, this Sequin Tulle Cocktail Party Dress in black is stunning.
2. Speaking of festive colors, this one is Perfect for the holidays -This Sparkly Glitter One Shoulder Party Club Dress is a show stopper. The red option would not only be full of holiday spirit but could also be worn on Virgin Voyage’s “Scarlet” night.
Another dress that would be perfect for a holiday cruise or Scarlet Night is this gorgeous fit and flare dress that is also available in plus sizes. The one-shoulder neckline makes it dressier and perfect for a celebration.
3. Grab some heels and hit the party. This skater dress is so simple and elegant. You could even add a little jacket and flats for a more casual look. I had a dress similar to this for years and it was my go-to party dress.
4. While I am cruising for New Year’s Eve this year, I just picked this dress up for Royal Caribbean’s white night! I expect it to be so lightweight and flowing and not show wrinkles! This dress would look gorgeous with strappy heels or for a more casual day in port with some espadrilles. I love it when I can pack light and have items that are dual-purpose.
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5. Continuing on, this green dress would be really cute for a holiday cruise – This tie waist, flowy swing dress would be lovely for a holiday cruise. I don’t know about you, but I need a dress that is a little forgiving after all of that food and this green color is gorgeous.
6. So cute! Who doesn’t love polka dots? This Ruffle Polka Dot Mini Dress Casual Loose Tiered Swing Tunic Dress is light, airy, and super festive.
7. This Mini Dress in gold is gorgeous! I am not sure I could pull off this look, but I think the cowl neck is so elegant, and I love the color.
I don’t know what it is about this style of dress, but I think it is so flattering on so many body types. You could wear this on your holiday cruise, and it would be perfect for a black-tie cocktail party or a super chic wedding!
8. The Tea-length sparkly cocktail dress and cap sleeves are perfect. It even has a bit of a retro vibe that I love.
9. Let’s change things up for a minute. If dresses aren’t your thing, consider a festive, beautiful top paired with some dress trousers. My Mom loves this strategy because she can wear the pants she has packed twice with two different dressy blouses.
Back to More Gorgeous Dresses for a Holiday Cruise are available in Plus-size Options.
10. This silver dress just screams New Year’s Eve celebration. Maybe it’s the disco ball vibe? Love it! This dress has over 2,000 reviews.
11. Ok, should we talk about pockets? Pockets! Even in a cocktail dress, pockets in a dress are brilliant. This elegant and flowing dress is sure to be a favorite. This is another option that would be perfect for a holiday cruise or just a formal or “dress your best” night on any cruise. It comes in several colors, too! I love the grey tone because it’s great as a holiday option but can be worn on any occassion.
12. This is another favorite of mine. It comes in multiple colors, some that sparkle and one that features lace. What I love about the one pictured below is that it’s so elegant but doesn’t have that “too dressy” look. You would certainly feel like you are wearing a cocktail dress, but it’s understated and very classy. I would wear this to a dressy event at home and just a typical “dress your best” night on a cruise. Ok, I also love the blush pink option..and the blue.
13. Last but not least, a beautiful dress option in burgundy (and other colors) that is available in sizes 14-26 Plus and has 5k reviews! The lace detailing and empire waist with the matching bow are very flattering and look quite comfortable.
Conclusion: 13 Fun Cocktail Dresses for a Holiday Cruise
It really is surprising how many amazing dresses you can find on Amazon. Finding the perfect cocktail dress for your holiday cruise will be a snap. Did you find a dress or two on this list that you’d like to pack for your holiday cruise or just an event coming up in your hometown? I hope you did!
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