Cruise
All aboard! Chart your course with classic nautical and tourist styles.
Whether you are attending a theme night on a cruise ship or dressing up for a maritime-themed party, cruise costumes are a fun and versatile choice. This guide helps you piece together the ultimate Cruise Captain or tropical tourist look. With a mix of crisp whites, nautical stripes, and fun accessories, you will be ready to set sail in style.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- ~20 min
- Budget
- $20–75
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What you need for a Cruise costume
White captain hat
A structured white yacht captain hat featuring a black visor and gold anchor embroidery.
DIY: Take a plain white baseball cap and fabric-glue a gold anchor patch to the front.
White double-breasted blazer
A crisp white blazer, preferably with gold buttons, to establish the officer aesthetic.
DIY: Use a plain white blazer and temporarily sew or pin gold buttons over the existing ones.
White trousers
Clean, straight-leg white chinos or dress pants to match the blazer.
DIY: Any clean white jeans or light-colored khakis you already own.
Nautical striped shirt
A navy blue and white horizontally striped t-shirt or long-sleeve shirt to wear under the blazer.
DIY: A solid white t-shirt works as a simple, clean alternative.
Aviator sunglasses
Classic gold-rimmed aviator sunglasses with dark lenses.
DIY: Any dark sunglasses you currently own.
Toy life preserver
A lightweight foam or inflatable red and white life ring prop.
DIY: Cut a donut shape out of cardboard, paint it white with red stripes, and write a ship name on it.
How to put it together
- 1
Put on the navy and white striped shirt as your base layer.
- 2
Slip on the white trousers, securing them with a neutral belt.
- 3
Layer the white double-breasted blazer over the striped shirt, keeping it unbuttoned for a relaxed look or buttoned for a formal captain vibe.
- 4
Place the white captain hat firmly on your head, angled slightly upward.
- 5
Put on the gold-rimmed aviator sunglasses.
- 6
Carry the toy life preserver over your shoulder or use it as a photo prop.
Makeup & hair
Keep hair neat and wind-swept, styled with a light gel or hairspray. Makeup should be minimal and fresh-faced, perhaps with a touch of bronzer for a sun-kissed, high-seas glow.
Tips
- Opt for lightweight, breathable fabrics if you are wearing this costume on an actual warm-weather cruise.
- Keep accessories lightweight so they are easy to pack in a suitcase if you are traveling.
- For a fun group dynamic, have one person dress as the captain and others dress as sailors or tacky tourists.
Cruise costume FAQ
- What is the easiest DIY cruise costume?
- A tacky tourist look is incredibly easy: just pair a Hawaiian shirt, lei, straw hat, and sunglasses with a toy camera around your neck.
- Can I wear a full costume on a real cruise ship?
- Yes, many cruise lines host Halloween or themed nights where passengers dress up, but avoid realistic toy weapons or masks that obscure your face for security reasons.
- How do I style a Cruise Captain costume?
- Wear all-white clothing, add gold buttons or epaulets to a blazer, and top it off with a structured white captain's hat.
Did you know? Many modern cruise lines host dedicated theme nights, such as Royal Caribbean's 70s disco nights or Virgin Voyages' famous Scarlet Night, making costumes a cruise packing essential.