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What NOT TO WEAR on a Cruise *Wear THIS Instead*
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Күн бұрынAre you wondering what to wear on a cruise, and what not to wear? Cruise lines have dress codes, but they are rapidly changing! Many first time cruisers (even seasoned cruisers) wonder what is appropriate and what to pack for a cruise. In this video I share some alternative to some things you probably don't want to do on a cruise.
This video is just for fun, but is actually full of cruise tips that will help you feel more prepared for your cruise!
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Hi! I'm Ilana! I live in Montreal, Canada with my husband Frank. We can often be found dreaming about and planning future cruises, ideally to hot and sunny destinations! I believe in having fun, being kind and that you are never too old, or too young, to live the life of your dreams!
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@LifeWellCruised 2 жыл бұрын
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@KS-vd7sx Жыл бұрын
I don't know where to find the links for the shawl and lounge wear
@JeaWis 2 жыл бұрын
If I want to see people in public in their pj’s I’ll go to Walmart 😂😂
@LifeWellCruised 2 жыл бұрын
😂😂
@bdouble69 2 жыл бұрын
Or Carnival 👍🏼
@kpalmer49 2 жыл бұрын
So true!
@mitchellbelinda50 2 жыл бұрын
😂😂😂😂😂
@angelaherring5443 2 жыл бұрын
I go to Walmart and see it every time I go there. I just smile and shake my head. My mother taught me differently.
@DanetteSWhite Жыл бұрын
Pjs are for BED. Not out in public. Swim cover ups are idea!
@harleymorgan7226 2 жыл бұрын
Just wanted to put my 2 cents in. One, I CANT believe someone would wear PJs out of their room, especially to the dining room. Its not Walmart :). I totally agree with women bringing coverups or shawls for the pool or dining. My GF definitely uses hers. Secondly, in the future, please advise more information on men's attire for cruising. You briefly go over it, but not too may vloggers do. Thanks and keep up the good videos
@candicabral3767 Жыл бұрын
It's a new fad. It's for like theme nights or something like that. People all buy onesies. Yes, adult size onesies and they all go and party in their onesies. But it's something they do as a group. I have never seen anyone wear their actual pajamas out of their room. I would never do that because I don't wear gorgeous designer pajamas. It seems like people are spending a lot of time on worry and what other people are wearing. It would be nice if people spent more time concerning themselves with how they are treating other people.
@sharolynwells 5 ай бұрын
@@candicabral3767I wear my late hubby's t-shirts to sleep in and a pair of gym shorts.
@candicabral3767 5 ай бұрын
@@sharolynwells Girl me too! That's why I don't go out in public. Nobody wants to see that.
@claireehowson 2 жыл бұрын
Totally agree on the lounge wear instead of the pajamas. I feel like getting into your pajamas is for part of your night time routine and if you’re a bad sleeper, wearing your pajamas anytime other than when you’re sleeping, it can upset that process. Plus, there are some really cute, comfortable lounge sets that are great for cruise life.
@LifeWellCruised 2 жыл бұрын
Seems we think the same on this one :)
@mizmercer Жыл бұрын
I was wondering about this because I have a nice lounge set in grey that's flowing pants, and a cardigan over a tank, and the trip I'm taking is a west coast cruise to Catalina and Ensenada that gets cool in the evening. I wasn't planning on hitting the main dining room, but wondered if it would be okay for the buffet and I'm thinking yes.
@patriciakuster2927 Жыл бұрын
Where do you get lounge wear?
@mexicanbeachbumtv Жыл бұрын
@@mizmercer My first cruise coming up in August, also the same as yours! Have you gone yet?
@TAHartwick Жыл бұрын
In my opinion, I feel like "lounge wear" is basically a fancy form of a matching pajama set.
@Brooke-ul5hq 2 жыл бұрын
If you want to wear PJ's to eat, I recommend ordering room service. It's free on most cruises and usually the coffee is better.
@kpalmer49 2 жыл бұрын
My wife and I have cruised for years and when we first started you definitely had actual formal night which we love to dress up. Now that we are retired, we rarely get that opportunity so we still dress up but my wife just wears a very nice dress and I wear a light suit with a tie. That way we get our “fancy night” and all is well!
@stephaniesemmler4190 Жыл бұрын
The woke slobs, have taken over. However we will show them how to dress.
@cherylw445 Жыл бұрын
Thats perfect!
@malcolmcook1915 2 жыл бұрын
If you are going to the MDR or specialty restaurant you will obviously notice that all the staff are wearing smart, clean uniforms. You should reciprocate by wearing smart, clean clothes while at these venues. As a retired Merchant Marine Officer of 49 years service (although I never worked on passenger/cruise ships), in the officer's dining room uniformed waiters used silver service. All officers reciprocated by wearing full uniform.
@junestubbs4008 2 жыл бұрын
Last week when my daughter was told she needs a cover up to enter the Windjammer, I secretly said yeeessss. She would not listen to me.
@LifeWellCruised 2 жыл бұрын
Lol love it! Sometimes someone else needs to tell them 😂
@deetrain23 Жыл бұрын
I guess they would be some Furniture being moving around in Here! Not paying attention to Your Parents!
@deetrain23 Жыл бұрын
Knot Head !!
@cynthiaperry9756 Жыл бұрын
Just got back from a cruise, and even though I had experienced a few slips before, it, for some reason, never occurred to me to not wear flip flops on deck. I didn’t noticed some water in the lido deck, and my flip flops went right out from under me and I face planted with all fours splayed! I will be bringing something with more grip in the future.
@magnolia4862 2 жыл бұрын
I totally agree about the swimsuit coverups. On our last cruise, I was totally amazed by how many young ladies as well as older ladies didn’t wear a coverup in the Buffett area.
@LifeWellCruised 2 жыл бұрын
I’m with you on this 👍
@silviadiaz1248 2 жыл бұрын
Yea. Honestly, i feel like they should make it a rule that everyone must have a top and shoes (not barefoot.) before entering.
@vanceb1 2 жыл бұрын
In many cases that could seriously ruin your appetite!
@magnolia4862 2 жыл бұрын
@@vanceb1 you got that right! I don’t think I’ve ever seen so many full rear ends in all my life!
@bkaythomas 2 жыл бұрын
Yes. Where is common sense...
@chanthataing7042 2 жыл бұрын
I’m taking a cruise for my first time and all your videos have been so helpful. Thanks for this channel!
@manonsinclairladyofblairad9675 2 жыл бұрын
I like to keep a sense of decorum and dress appropriately. I would never wear a pyjama in public or clothes that leave little to the imagination.
@LifeWellCruised 2 жыл бұрын
I hear you :)
@angelaherring5443 2 жыл бұрын
I agree totally. I have a very modest swimsuit. The bottoms are long like bicycle shorts. I’m not one for showing too much skin. It’s just my choice. What others do is none of my business. I do this for me. I’ve seen some highly questionable swimsuits on teenagers on the cruises. I question the parental input on their choices but it’s not my child. My child wouldn’t be wearing them.
@manonsinclairladyofblairad9675 2 жыл бұрын
@@angelaherring5443 I wear a modest one piece swimsuit with a sarong. I've seen young women wearing only an itsy, bitsy bikini at the buffet. They should be told to cover up.
@angelaherring5443 2 жыл бұрын
@@manonsinclairladyofblairad9675 I agree but if we did say something then we’d be interfering so it would be best to hold our tongues and just shake our heads. I’m raising grandchildren and the oldest is a female at 12 and the boys are already looking at her. She tried wearing short skirts but I stopped that quickly. I cut them up and threw them in the trash. I suppose I’m mean but I will not give those boys a reason to ogle my grand daughter.
@manonsinclairladyofblairad9675 2 жыл бұрын
@@Mrs.Skull_ Estoy de acuerdo!
@katiekendrick8866 2 жыл бұрын
I was on Mariner of the Seas and many families wore matching pajamas around the ship Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. Many were getting the pictures taken! I did and it was fun but normally I wouldn’t do this!
@kpl-CA 2 жыл бұрын
We did this as well, on DCL (Disney) at pjs welcome events. Honestly... what kind of person sneers at a room full of sleepy little kids, all in adorable pjs, on Christmas Eve, munching on cookies, sipping cocoa, cuddling their favourite toys... listening to Mrs Claus tell a bedtime story. 🤷
@athlestanthefirst1275 Жыл бұрын
We don't do formal nights on cruises we have to fly to. We don't want the extra clothes. My pet peeve is men wearing hats in the dining room. All those years in the military drilled that into me.
@susancook1448 Жыл бұрын
Esp ball caps! No one minds if you are bald just take it off
@user-wi3fn6fg8q 3 ай бұрын
As a older lady I was taught as a kid that men don’t wear hats at the table. So I still think that.
@02sparklestars02 2 жыл бұрын
All your suggestions are spot on. Those who argue for wearing pajamas just don’t seem to get that it’s not all about them. Some people are truly offended and being mindful of others is always good. Shawls are great. I wear them so often on a cruise or not. Air conditioning is often too cool and a shawl can be a fun saver in any venue. Take a couple of different colors for variety with your outfits. You’ll be warm and stylish.
@stacythomas1587 Жыл бұрын
YES....I'm not a prude by any means but I would think someone would look like an idiot wearing ACTUAL pajamas to breakfast lol. I wear tees and leggings to bed. There is SOOO many nicer outfits one could wear. Most people have paid a lot for their cruises and I, for one, want to be comfy but also look chic and smart.
@elouise5593 Жыл бұрын
@@stacythomas1587 I agree that pajamas are not good to wear out in public, but at least they are covered up, usually. The rotund people in skimpy swimsuits is the most unattractive to me.
@juliatarrel1674 Жыл бұрын
If you or someone you know crafts, especially the yarn crafts, a shawl is a relatively simple thing to make. It's essentially a rectangle. I have one I made that looks like it has a LOT of holes and can't do a thing to help keep you warm, but it's really soft and snuggly and keeps me nice and cosy. I almost always make my own for stuff like this. It's just better. Side note: If you ask someone else to make it, take their price and either double it or pay 150% of asking price. GOOD yarn costs a lot of money, and remember you're paying for their skill and time. (I've been asked to make stuff by people who expect the price they'd get from a clothing equivalent of walmart. And to have it that same week. Those people get refused, obviously.) But the handmade stuff is almost always better.
@02sparklestars02 Жыл бұрын
@@juliatarrel1674 I’m a crafter and quilter and just about every other needlework through the years. I quilted professionally for a number of years. Whenever anyone asked me to make a double wedding ring quilt my answer was that just making the top not including fabric or quilting was $1000. Funny how I never had to make one. I did quilt a couple though. I have several, okay a lot of, pashminas that I use even not on cruises. I’ve bought a few when on cruises. They are warm, stylish and can make a white outfit colorful and able to be worn a couple of times but look entirely different.
@juliatarrel1674 Жыл бұрын
@@02sparklestars02 I hear you. I have a lot of respect for quilters. It's a very exacting craft, and I have enough 'fun' matching stripes across seams, or making the four-point intersection in pants that I know it's not for me! Enjoy your craft, Sparklestars. On the topic of shawls, I've made a variety of shawls and scarves. I enjoy playing with shawls in different thicknesses of yarn, different textured yarns, different shawl shapes and (of course) different colours. Different shawls give a very different look to the same dress. But buy the pashmina shawls if you want a tight knit of a narrow yarn. I don't have the patience to do one of those by hand!
@janetcarmo5609 Жыл бұрын
We are going on a cruise in August and I am already getting prepared by watching your videos. I love them. a white outfit is very welcome because I hadn’t thought that.😊 I will keep watching your videos and taking notes. Thanks a lot.
@angelar5145 2 жыл бұрын
I agree about pjs. Around here (in GA) people wear pjs everywhere but for heaven's sake, dress better on a cruise! I love to buy cute cheap sundresses and I wear those to breakfast and to the buffet. I wear gowns to sleep in anyway so it has that same feel, I suppose. Thanks for the video!
@helloyall4355 Жыл бұрын
@@Mrs.Skull_ People here in the US don't have any respect for themselves or anyone else around them when it comes to dressing in ghetto pajamas.
@silviadiaz1248 2 жыл бұрын
I’m with you, pajamas should never be worn in public. On a cruise or otherwise. Pajamas are NOT day wear. Loungewear is better. Much more appropriate for being seen in public.
@itrasheditgood Жыл бұрын
I ended up buying a shaw on my last cruise because you are right, it can get cold. After I bought it went with me everywhere on the ship. One of the best buys hands down.
@jenniferlopez1280 Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much! We are cruising for the first time and this has been very helpful while shopping for cruise wear! I love the excuse to dress up and just want to enhance the whole cruise experience!
@Pljh1719 2 жыл бұрын
I totally agree with you Ilana! We do dress up for the "formal" night hubby's a truck driver and I'm a retired nurse ( spent my life in scrubs) so dressing up is fun for us. Like you said a fancy top and skirt and hubby a light suit. Now the PJ's that should stay in the cabin. I like the idea of lounge wear. One that I remember was at sea day brunch a woman in PJ's robe (maybe the robe made it ok?) hair net and slippers. Really! The cover up in the Lido is good also but some people feel the need to advertise. ( it is free entertainment for people watchers) The good attitude, smile and gratitude will always make life better.
@LifeWellCruised 2 жыл бұрын
❤️😂
@bkaythomas 2 жыл бұрын
Some of us have husband's who wear blue jeans every day of their lives. I put aside my husband's nicer ones for this Alaska cruise and nice shirts and shoes. He did agree to wear slacks on formal nights but no jacket. We stick to the more casual cruises and avoid the more formal.
@cherylbleyl1924 2 жыл бұрын
I totally agree with you - wear what you are comfortable with. If you are uncomfortable, you will most likely not be too happy. That's why cruising is the best - no one cares and they aren't looking at you! One thing I always pack is a light-up, battery operated, magnification mirror. Amazon has tons of inexpensive ones that are so handy - I never travel without it.
@catherineallman8563 Жыл бұрын
Cover ups a must while walking around ship & pajamas in room only in my opinion
@dianefeack57 Жыл бұрын
Love your videos! My husband and I enjoy cruising and find your videos are so helpful.
@bostonvegas4359 2 жыл бұрын
I hope I remember the cruise more than what other people wear. I see tons of info on what to pack and wear, appreciate the tips.
@naseemarawoot2310 Жыл бұрын
we taking our first international cruise in May and your videos are really very helpful. Thank You
@kimlueck5566 2 жыл бұрын
Love all your postings. Great tips
@lindatuttle4761 2 жыл бұрын
Great suggestions for the dress code on a cruise !
@loribarber4526 2 жыл бұрын
I recommend wearing on and off ship a pair of athletic shoes that way you don’t have to pack them…same thing with jeans….you want to wear on your heaviest clothes so your luggage is lighter! Remember if you are not going to wear it off it will add weight to luggage if you fly home. Same with coats traveling from cold weather to warm or vice versa… you may feel silly but double up for travel to avoid extra charges for suitcase limits!
@junielane507 2 жыл бұрын
Great video . Along with shawl I suggest a sweatshirt hooded jacket or light hooded jacket for evening, early morning or unfortunate rainy moments.
@Star-Boarder 2 жыл бұрын
I have a pretty black tulip dress that I use as a coverup/dress. It's appropriate for every dining option. All I need to do is switch my choice of shoe but I mainly wear it during the day so I can go into the MDR or other specialty dining for lunch without the stress of needing to change a lot.
@adventuring_monkeys 2 жыл бұрын
Agree! Cover your goods people & please don't come out your cabin with pajamas lol active wear is very comfortable for early mornings.
@LifeWellCruised 2 жыл бұрын
Activewear is perfect 👍
@marybethbrookshaw9256 Жыл бұрын
I was recently on a Norwegian cruise in the Hawaiian islands and I saw a couple of men wearing politically charged t-shirts which were extremely inappropriate.
@HollyPlake 3 ай бұрын
I hate it when people do that or talk about politics really loudly at the next table. My dad and I were eating one night at the restaurant on the Viking cruise line and we heard someone talking about well a political leader we don’t agree with very loudly and saying how great he is and how trustworthy he is (trustworthy and politician don’t belong in the same sentence). Once back in the room we both laughed so hard about that situation. Don’t be those people.
@bkaythomas 2 жыл бұрын
Great info and I'm in agreement with you on all points. I vote no pj's outside of cabin...
@hollypotter6989 2 жыл бұрын
Was disappointed on our 1st cruise. We brought a full on suit for my husband. Complete with tie and flower in his lapel. I had dress, shawl, jewelry etc. Dinner was "special" until the guy at the next table wore his jeans t shirt and baseball hat. We looked at the server/maitre d. No one said a single word to him. We thought formal night meant you would not be served in the main dining room unless you were dressed properly. It's just one night. Go to the buffet if you didn't bring the right clothes. It was our anniversary and we felt a little bummed.
@LifeWellCruised 2 жыл бұрын
I could understand. Cruise dress codes are changing, even when they aren’t “official”, so this is very possible if you aren’t on a more formal cruise line. I’m sure you both looked fabulous and I do hold that you enjoyed your special night on your first cruise anyway 😊
@DebDebbiesWorld 2 жыл бұрын
how RUDE of that person to wear what they wanted to dinner on their vacation and ruin YOUR anniversary. The audacity.... (where is that sarcasm font....)
@valatchison1126 2 ай бұрын
Ball caps in the MDR are a peeve of mine. But I also grew up no hats inside the house
@janetmyers3729 2 жыл бұрын
I have sparkly, silver flip flops for dressing up. With a dressy casual outfit I think it’s fine for dinner.
@dmaextraordinaire8205 2 жыл бұрын
I honestly miss the days of true formal dining. I loved seeing everyone dressed to the nines on formal night. The dress made the experience classy and elegant
@bkaythomas 2 жыл бұрын
Yes. I will quietly compliment those ladies who make an effort to dress nice. Your choice doesn't need to be new or expensive. Most of us have a nice dress or outfit in the back of our closet we hardly ever have an opportunity to wear. This is the perfect place and time to enjoy wearing.
@stacythomas1587 Жыл бұрын
I agree. My grandparents were big travelers. I'm 56 now and always loved looking at photos from their grand adventures, especially when cruising. Gram and Gramps usually went wth friends and everyone was dressed in their finest for dinner. I still have some of my GM's fave pieces of cruisewear costume jewelry she wore. On a side note, if G&G flew somewhere...like a European trip...they also got dressed up for the flight. Flying off on a fabulous vacation was a special occasion and a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for some folks so looking your best was the way to go. This was back in the 70's and 80's when we could still send family off at the actual gate at the airport. My cousins and I always enjoyed seeing the planes departing and arriving before seeing G&G get on their flight. Sorry for rambling but just got a lot of fond memories lol.
@MsSheilaC Жыл бұрын
@@stacythomas1587 Im a few years older and grew up the same. It was expected we dress nicely to go out. Out to dinner, shopping at the mall, flying on a plane. Church obviously. I always felt a little more special dressed up. And no we werent rich we were just told to show respect for oursleves and those around us.
@mimicheng2153 2 жыл бұрын
Hi Ilana, love your "bring the good attitude & smile". I like the dress code as it's respectful to oneself, others & the events. My husband & I are dancers, we therefore always bring our indoor dancing shoes so that we can comfortably dance throughout the evening:-)
@LifeWellCruised 2 жыл бұрын
Love this!! I’m not a dancer but love to watch - so elegant
@geraldineklatt7914 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for all the useful information 😄
@aylin9171 Жыл бұрын
Loove your videos. Very informative. Thank you!
@janetc5605 Жыл бұрын
I really appreciated your final comments. Like others, I watch your videos to get ideas of norms, but the more I watch, the more I realize that I just need to feel good. 👍
@marycoody6934 Жыл бұрын
I agree with you, pjs belong in the cabin. I agree with the lounge wear much more appropriate! People do actually pay attention to what you wear. Remember the Wal-Mart videos that manage to show up on various media sites? Something to think about. LOL I enjoy you videos and find them very helpful although I am not a first-time cruiser. Keep up the good work!
@Michele-ot8bh 2 жыл бұрын
I cannot believe anyone would wear pyjamas outside of their cabins! Oh my goodness!
@LifeWellCruised 2 жыл бұрын
I was surprised too, but according to many comments on my past video, this is a bit of a thing 🤔😂
@Michele-ot8bh 2 жыл бұрын
@@LifeWellCruisedWouldn’t it just be easier for the pyjama brigade to order breakfast in their cabin! :))))
@VictoriaRankin-vs1hv Жыл бұрын
So helpful as always !
@eleanor4482 2 жыл бұрын
Happy Easter. Thanks for the tips, especially the links.😎
@LifeWellCruised 2 жыл бұрын
Happy Easter to you too! 🐣
@christianoliver3572 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for including suggestions for men!! I've seen so many of these what to wear on different cruises that only focus on women's fashion. Happy Easter from south Texas.
@LifeWellCruised 2 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed the video Christian. I’ll be making a video with dress code suggestions and packing tips for men soon :)
@donnaschuepbach3830 2 жыл бұрын
Great video. I'd add a cap or hat for the hot areas. Another reason to bring closed toes shoes are for the excursions like ATVing, camel riding etc.
@LifeWellCruised 2 жыл бұрын
Absolutely!! 👌
@pamelacrowell2007 2 жыл бұрын
I have several "a little sparkly" tops that I can just throw in my suitcase, they don't wrinkle, and take one pair of flowy black capris and a nice dressier sandal in black, and I wear these every night in the dining room. Just dressy enough for the nicer restaurants and the formal nights. AND, I feel like I'm on a nice vacation in a fancy restaurant even on the not-formal nights.
@pamelacrowell2007 2 жыл бұрын
I also bought a pair of swim shoes a few years ago and they are a game changer. They have to a good sole so are comfortable and are easy to wash the sand off! Nothing worse than walking in the sand and the water and then have either sand covered feet or wet feet that get sandy/muddy when leaving the beach. I have even worn them while walking around a cruise port.
@stamper1330 2 жыл бұрын
I like your last suggestion 'wear a smile and good attitude 😊 '
@leslieoconnell2051 Жыл бұрын
I have one exception to the pjs in the MDR. We did a Christmas cruise on Princess and it was great fun to see families with children wearing matching Christmas pjs to breakfast Christmas morning
@christiamark9184 Жыл бұрын
I think that Christmas pis on Christmas day is the ONLY exception.
@harlanabraham7772 2 жыл бұрын
Already subscribed, people, hit the like button. Cunard you need a jacket every night to enter the MDR. If anyone wears shorts in the MDR they will freeze. The air conditioning is too high. Same with a short sleeve shirt. No Camo clothing. Wore that enough when in the military. Pajamas in the dining room or buffett??? are you crazy??? They have one on Cunard. Always bring closed toe shoes. People pay attention to what others are wearing. And many times they state objections.
@DancEncounters Жыл бұрын
For formal night my husband wears dress pants, dress shirt, a fancy leather vest, and a tie. The vest makes it less casual, and it packs without wrinkling. I wear a black skirt and sparkly blouse.I wear the skirts during the day as well, with a t-shirt or casual top, and as a coverup over my bathing suit. So 3 all purpose black skirts gets me through a week on a cruise. I bring a couple pairs of lounge shorts which I sleep in, or wear with a t shirt if it is warm. I love my black pashmina shawl. I wear it on the plane as a scarf.
@kerryloumcada5101 11 ай бұрын
My husband and myself are getting so excited we’re going on Our First Cruise September 18-22 2023
@theressamurphy2996 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for educating those who were not taught😁
@EllenKirkham-dk9jr Жыл бұрын
It seems like athletic wear might be a good idea for those times when you want to wear something relaxing or get a quick drink of coffee and pastry in the morning to bring back to your room. I think a pair of joggers and a T-shirt might be best. And I agree with some others that said they can go to Walmart to see people in their PJ's inpublic.
@sandraschwan358 Жыл бұрын
I was just on the Oasis of the Seas and I was shocked at how slovenly the passengers were dressed for the main dining room. I made my 13 year old son wear dress pants and shirts to the dining room and there were grown men in shorts and a t shirt! Also, our cruise had wear all white one night and another day was wear all red. I wish I had known about this but went to bed relatively early so we didnt attend those parties. I also recommend for the ladies to bring several day dresses. Every morning i would put one on to go to breakfast. It was fast and comfortable AND appropriate wear for any venue in the morning.
@meh2481 Жыл бұрын
I'm going on the cruise to relax and that is just what I will do pj's are relaxing.
@Notsotrendywendy 2 жыл бұрын
Going on my first ever cruise later this year. Thank u for all your videos, im such an over thinker I start planning and researching early 🙂
@LifeWellCruised 2 жыл бұрын
Sounds like we’re the same 😉
@kpalmer49 2 жыл бұрын
My wife and I have cruised for years but we enjoy it so much, we also start making sure we have what we want to bring early. We evolve with the trends and enjoy the planning process. It has been as much as two years between cruises but as soon as we finish one, we are planning our next. Enjoy you cruise and have fun!
@bkaythomas 2 жыл бұрын
The most difficult thing about a cruise is not over packing. Lol... One video was talking straight to me when she said don't bring a different pair of shoes for each outfit. Lol...
@stacythomas1587 Жыл бұрын
Hopefully, I will be one my third cruise next April '24 and I'm planning now lol. I just found Illana's videos abt two weeks ago and have been binge-watching almost every night!
@jesuscanbchedid 2 жыл бұрын
Very helpful thanks 😊
@evoraogden2570 2 жыл бұрын
All great suggestions!!!
@simon5005 2 жыл бұрын
You are perfectly entitled to your opinion, and the people who disagree with you are usually the ones who go to the grocery store in their pajamas. I was brought up in a time where you didn't go anywhere without looking your best. It's a matter of self-respect and respect for others. Clearly many do not subscribe anymore.
@suewolf3279 Жыл бұрын
Carole Hockman 3 and 4-Piece loungewear/PJ sets are really really nice
@jamilynmcnally902 2 жыл бұрын
I agree with the loungewear!
@ashleynbjohnson7623 Жыл бұрын
I love good lounge wear ❤
@tomyarbrough9224 Жыл бұрын
Virgin Voyages has a pajama party one night and people wear their pajamas before and after the event. Some really get creative and it’s a lot of fun to participate and/or watch.
@joanbjornas682 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks again for great tips
@LifeWellCruised 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much for watching Joan :)
@capnmark4 2 жыл бұрын
My wife tends to wear a nice long silk skirt and blouse on dressy nights. Honestly, except for the jewelry, she dresses nice every night. On our Celebrity cruises, on Chic nights, I wear a pair of slacks (actually really nice cargo pants) and a high end camp (Aloha) shirt. We're talking Nat Nast and Tommy Bahama, not Hilo Hattie's here. Other nights, I wear cargos or jeans and a very nice polo or button up shirt, what we used to call "office casual" (in the days of suits or at least ties). I actually did the same on our last Holland (pre-pandemic) cruise on Formal night. I had noticed other gentlemen wearing slacks and a dressy shirt so didn't think there'd be a problem (and there wasn't). In the "old days" (pre-pandemic), I'd usually rent a tux for the week to wear on Formal night. Some of our favorite cruise photos were from those nights.
@ruthydboss2617 Жыл бұрын
Again enjoyed your video . Everyone take notes
@anat4594 2 жыл бұрын
I was shocked to see people wearing pajamas at the buffet. We need to remember we aren't in our kitchen, the buffet is a public space.
@Gottaknow 2 жыл бұрын
Some people have no one teaching them how to behave in public!
@LifeWellCruised 2 жыл бұрын
It seems more common I hear….
@HollyPlake 3 ай бұрын
Wearing sweats or track pants that are loose is one thing but PJs are a completely different thing.
@HollyPlake 3 ай бұрын
For fancy flip flops, I like Jack Rogers brand. They even have wedges. I’m not big on high heels but will wear the wedges if my outfit calls for it (like a maxi dress and just certain outfit the wedge looks better).
@jodiwaterson8174 Жыл бұрын
Pajamas outside are a pet peeve to me All I picture in my head is the person in bed sleeping in them and rolling out no shower
@Chillalot Жыл бұрын
Pack a pair of jogging pants if you need to be cozy outside your room and leave the pjs for private time. Any bed attire makes you look dirty in public. No pjs no bonnets outside of your cabin please
@writern5389 Жыл бұрын
Definitely keep pajamas in the cabin! And YAS thank you for talking about cover ups. So tired of seeing half naked folks at the buffet 🤦🏼♀️
@mizmercer Жыл бұрын
The biggest question I still have after looking at the RCL dress code was sleeveless shirts vs. "tanks" in the MDR since some I have are fancy (have metallic woven in) and I would dress it up with a cardigan and fancy scarf. Lot of nice viscose and lycra blend tank/sleeveless tops out there that with the right accessories could have a more lux look (and would be less prone to wrinkles).
@emms443 Жыл бұрын
Ilana's top in this video is sleeveless. If you're wearing your cardigan with your arms through the sleeves (and not tied around your shoulders), you should be fine since no one will know you're wearing a tank top.
@sophieandersonanderson9310 2 жыл бұрын
Very helpful!! Thanks.
@LifeWellCruised 2 жыл бұрын
I’m so glad!
@marydungan6748 2 жыл бұрын
It is tacky to wear pajamas in public, period.
@marydungan6748 2 жыл бұрын
Going to MDR's are like going to a nice restaurant. Shorts and T shirts are OK, but they should be nice ones. You should dress as though you're going to a nice restaurant.
@AuntieMoMo05 Жыл бұрын
Totally agree with your POV!
@leandraperdee1031 Жыл бұрын
If i may add one thing in. We are going on our first Bahamas cruise in February. My cousin who is also going, and has been on many Carnival cruises, says that she gets a couple of cute sundresses and wears those on formal nights.
@empowercarole11 Жыл бұрын
You always have such good suggestions. Thanks for the tip on bringing a white outfit. I cruise in a few days and I am using your guide book to keep myself organized! Thank you! 🌹
@pgijoy5037 2 жыл бұрын
I live in Florida. I live in flip Flops. They are high quality leather and are quite costly. I wear them to dinner on the cruise ship.
@LifeWellCruised 2 жыл бұрын
I envy you! I love Florida life🏝
@janicecroissiert9116 2 жыл бұрын
I live in Florida now too. We live in flip flops all year long, but I wear heels when going out.
@princessjenni77 2 жыл бұрын
I was about to say, I’m in Texas and flip flops are daily wear for me! I wouldn’t wear them to dinner but I’d definitely wear them throughout the day 🤷🏻♀️
@dorihaines1814 Жыл бұрын
Hi Llana, I have been watching your videos and have learned so much! I was wondering if you could please provide your suggestions on what to wear on an Alaskan cruise. We are going in mid May and I'm not sure if I need a pair of gloves and a heavy coat. Thanks so much!
@mshellcurtis 10 ай бұрын
I’m very casual but agree on the pjs.
@gregschwab3491 2 жыл бұрын
good advice.
@lifewithgrandmabev 2 жыл бұрын
Back in the 90’s no one ever wore jeans on a cruise. So, I still would feel funny wearing them now. But that’s just me. I agree about not wearing pajamas that definitely look like pajamas.
@bkaythomas 2 жыл бұрын
Yes. I don't wear jeans in the dining room. It's not difficult to change into black slacks and a pretty shirt each night for dinner and theatre. I bring along a nice dress or dressy pantsuit for formal nights. Usually no need for shopping for a new wardrobe for a cruise. The only thing I'm buying this Alaska trip is a pair of sneakers for my husband and binoculars...
@christopherrobinson7350 Жыл бұрын
I'm getting ready to go on a cruise in August and this is very informal and informational there are things that I did not know about and there are things that I have trying to put together so I can have a very very good experience so if it's anything more that you have that you can think of please put it in a video so other people would know what to do when not to do these videos are very informal and informational😅😊😊😊
@catherineallman8563 Жыл бұрын
I seen carnival turn a guy away at dining wearing flip flops & tank top for dinner
@anakerose 2 жыл бұрын
I don't generally wear flip flops to the MDR, but I have had a hell of a time finding dressy shoes that fit my foot since breaking and dislocating my ankle. My foot will swell up like crazy. I had to show my scar to one person and it wasn't a problem (it's 6inches up the outside of my ankle).
@LifeWellCruised 2 жыл бұрын
Poor you! Definitely you have to wear what’s comfortable
@merriebaldwin 2 жыл бұрын
We just recently went on a Royal Caribbean cruise during the NFL draft. A gentleman showed up on formal dinner night wearing a Los Angeles Chargers Jersey, Chargers shorts, Chargers tennis shoes & socks and a gaudy Chargers beaded necklace with a shot glass. He was turned back to his room.
@LifeWellCruised 2 жыл бұрын
Wow
@elisaastorino2881 Жыл бұрын
There was a couple at my church and the man wore Steelers gear every Sunday during football season and probably past that. Our priest was a sports freak so nothing was ever said from the pulpit about dressing appropriately. It's just tacky unless you're going to the sports bar on the ship.
@pamgiffin4649 2 жыл бұрын
We were on the Sky Princess in March and I was surprised to see lots of men wearing shorts(some not so great ones) in the main dining room on casual nights- (not the first or last nights). I asked if the dress code had changed, and I was told that it had. Don't know if this applies to all Princess ships, but I was surprised they were allowed. This cruise was extremely casual compared to previous Princess cruises we have been on.
@LifeWellCruised 2 жыл бұрын
Interesting. I have seen shorts on occasion on Princess, but I’ve also heard of men being told shorts aren’t allowed. Perhaps it depends on the maître d
@beege4491 2 жыл бұрын
I agree with everything you said. I would add Please do not wear the complimentary bathrobes out and about. We were on one cruise where there was an obnoxiously loud man that wore his bathrobe (like it was some kind of prize) everywhere. We had the misfortune to run into him every breakfast and several lunches. He berated his wife and children loudly and constantly. We stopped eating in the Wind Jammer as we could not deal with his behavior.
@bkaythomas 2 жыл бұрын
Sad!
@conniejensen7666 2 жыл бұрын
You look adorable in your picture! I love your dress!!
@LifeWellCruised 2 жыл бұрын
You’re so sweet! Thank you 😊
@lisameaney5612 2 жыл бұрын
What I liked about NCL was the casual dress code though I did always wear a nice dress in the MDR and at the speciality restaurants. The MDR had a dress code which I appreciated cause it was silver service all the time. I'm not a fan of flip flops & just wore my water shoes at the pool cause the desks could get very hot 👣😀
@LifeWellCruised 2 жыл бұрын
Nice! I like NCL too. Nice vibe
@doreenburger4523 2 жыл бұрын
I do wear flip flops to the pool, but take water shoes when I know they're doing a zumba type class on deck. Did it barefoot once and had huge blood blisters on the balls of my feet for the rest of the cruise!
@LifeWellCruised 2 жыл бұрын
@@doreenburger4523 ouch!!
@HollyPlake 3 ай бұрын
On Viking cruise line last year (October/November of 2023; my dad and I did a 15 day Panama Canal cruise out of Ft. Lauderdale), one morning my dad and I went to breakfast in the main dining room (honestly we ate most of our meals here if it was open we were there) I wore a pair of black sweatpants, a t-shirt, and my Viking red zip up Helly Henson jacket (wore my jacket the entire time because I was cold). I believe my dad wore khaki shirts and an Under Armour workout shirt. I probably wore my Birkenstock slides and my dad wore sneakers (he got finished walking around the promenade deck). No one said a word. But the dining room was practically empty at this time. We probably ate at around 9AM.
@suzannegogranogo9464 Жыл бұрын
A wind breaker can be used either for a chilly evening or in the rain.
@jamesnunez1703 2 жыл бұрын
No pajamas. Really? Save it for the room. About the MDR. I agree 100%. My gf and I use our cruise ship experience as 7 date nights. We can wear shorts and jeans at home. The MDR is a big deal .
@kimnovak8985 2 жыл бұрын
I absolutely agree with the fact that other than Cunard most of the other cruise ships are more casual with their formal nights. Leggings and a T shirt for women, shorts and a T shirt for men for bed is a good option especially if you wake hungry for pizza in the middle of the night you don’t have to change out of PJ’s . Flip flops whilst good on board can be a little sloppy if you put wet feet into them straight out of the pool dry your feet or run the risk of a potential ankle sprain ( I should know the flip flop/ thong - yes I’m Aussie ) is pretty much our national shoe so I’m very aware of what can happen wearing them. A rubber slide is actually slightly safer with wet feet . Plus in some areas of some boats you need to wear covered shoes so don’t leave them as your only option when packing.
@LifeWellCruised 2 жыл бұрын
Very true! So I didn’t realize that flip flops were called thongs in Australia- I’m glad to learn something new 😂
@theresiaaylward7302 Жыл бұрын
I'm old enough to remember when they were called thongs in the states!!
@l.1250 Жыл бұрын
They are called jandals in New Zealand and like Australia are also probably the national shoe in summer 😊
@HollyPlake 3 ай бұрын
Personally, I wouldn’t pick the shorts lounge set because I’m always cold. I’m 5’6” with long legs and often shorts are not made for my body type. But the pants set is perfect for me.
@bobkrakovich1851 2 жыл бұрын
Hi Ilana, me wear a "speed-o"? Heck at our age I'd be wearing a "slow down-o". Shorts are usually allowed for the first night on the Celebrity ships due to potential late arrival of luggage to your cabin. Hi from Bob and Jill in Connecticut
@LifeWellCruised 2 жыл бұрын
I forget to mention that the first night is much more relaxed!! Thanks for mentioning
@travelingon7458 Жыл бұрын
My husband wears dress shorts with a button down shirt or polo in MDR and has never been turned away. But he looks good.
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