A lot of folks think that just because you are going on a cruise you have to dress up in a suit and tie every night at dinner. That is far from the truth. The truth is, with so many dining options on board, there is something for everyone.
Casual Dining
These are the buffets, sports bars and pool side dining. This is super casual. Pool attire is totally acceptable. When you go to the buffet, make sure you have your shirt on. People don't want your arm pit hair in their roast beef. That is my biggest pet peeve when I eat the buffet.
Formal Nights
There are typically one or two formal nights per sailing. How formal you want to get is entirely up to you. A lot of people like to get dressed up for the sake of never dressing up back home.
On formal nights there are lots of opportunities to get your picture taken, they make a perfect keepsake and are great memories. The formal night usually entails a captains cocktail party and dinner. If you don't own a tux and would like to rent one you can do so on board for a nominal fee.
Resort Casual
This is suggested for the sit down dinner on a lot of cruise lines, though not mandatory. By all means you are on vacation so come as you are but at least dress for the occasion.
Khaki pants, dress jeans, polo shirt, button down shirts, and anything but flip flops are accepted. This attire can also be used for the speciality restaurants on board.
This has worked for me and hopefully for you too.
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