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What to Pack for Your Next Cruise

Heading on a cruise? Here's what to pack

When preparing for a cruise, it's important to pack pieces that work for every part of your journey - from daytime sightseeing and shore excursions to relaxed pool side moments and formal dinners. Don't forget something comfortable for travelling when embarking and disembarking, too! At Bamboo Body, we offer a thoughtfully curated range of cruise wear, from relaxed tees and pants to elegant evening dresses and everything in between!

What to Wear When Travelling to the Cruise Port

Planning what to wear to the cruise port is just as important as packing for your holiday. Whether you're flying to your departure city, catching the train to the cruise terminal or driving to embark, choosing a comfortable travel outfit that still looks polished will help you feel relaxed, confident and ready to start your trip!

Breathable fabrics, soft silhouettes and versatile layers are key when choosing cruise travel clothing, especially for long travel days and changing temperatures between transit and boarding.

Comfortable Cruise Travel Outfits for Embarkation Day

Our Bamboo Travel Sets are the ideal cruise embarkation outfit, combining comfort, breathability and effortless style. Designed from a soft Bamboo French Terry blend, these matching sets feel smooth against the skin while offering a refined, put-together look that works perfectly from travel to boarding.

Choose from our Tokyo or Brooklyn Travel Sets depending on your preferred style and level of coverage.

The Tokyo Travel Set pairs our Stevie Top with our Voyager Pants for a modern and relaxed travel outfit. The Stevie Top features an open V neckline, smart collar, long sleeves and an easy fit, making it perfect for layering and long journeys. The Voyager Pants are available in petite and regular lengths and include an elasticated waistband, adjustable drawstring and practical side pockets. These cropped travel pants are designed for all-day comfort while maintaining a polished silhouette - ideal for flights, road trips or embarking your cruise.

Cruise Travel Outfit for Extra Coverage

If you prefer a travel outfit with more coverage, the Brooklyn Travel Set is a beautiful option. This set features our French Terry Relax Boatneck paired with the Voyager Pants. The Boatneck Top includes an elegant asymmetric hemline, drop shoulders, long fitted sleeves and a flattering neckline, creating a relaxed yet refined look perfect for travel days.

Layering Pieces for Cruise Travel

Layering is essential when travelling to a cruise port, especially when moving between airports, transfers and terminals. Add a Bamboo & Recycled Cashmere Wool Travel Wrap for lightweight warmth and comfort. It's the perfect layering piece to keep you cosy without feeling too bulky.

Start your holiday feeling comfortable and stylish with breathable bamboo travel clothing designed to move with you from transit to embarkation with ease.

Casual Cruise Dresses for Daytime

Enjoy a relaxing day at sea in our collection of casual cruise dresses, designed for comfort, breathability and effortless style. Whether you're lounging by the pool, heading to the buffet, exploring the ship or enjoying ocean views from you balcony, our lightweight bamboo dresses are perfect for daytime cruise wear.

Lightweight Vacation Dresses for Relaxing Days

Discover easy, throw on styles like the Adele and Swing Dress, ideal for warm weather travel. These lightweight summer dresses are floaty, breathable and non-clingy, making them perfect for staying cool and comfortable while on vacation.

The Adele Dress features a flattering shell neckline and relaxed a-line silhouette, creating an easy daytime look that can transition from casual to elevated with a simple change of accessories.

Our Swing Dress is airy, flowy and lightweight with a relaxed fit and knee-length hem. Designed with a scoop neckline, this versatile vacation dress is a staple you'll reach for again and again throughout your travels. Choose from a range of classic neutrals and vibrant colours to suit your holiday wardrobe.

Relaxed Cruise Dresses for Activities Onboard

The Vivienne Dress, available in Bamboo French Terry or Bamboo Linen blends, is perfect for exploring the ship or joining in onboard activities. With a relaxed oversized fit, open v neckline, structured collar, elbow length sleeves and adjustable waist tie, this breathable cruise dress balances comfort with a polished look. Soft, versatile and easy to wear, it's ideal for laid-back daytime moments when you still want to feel put together.

Easy Maxi Dress for Effortless Cruise Style

The Bamboo Maxi Dress is another must-have for casual cruise outfits. Simply pair with sandals for an instantly polished look. This throw-on-and-go style is available in petite and regular lengths, making it a versatile option for different heights. With a semi-fitted bust, gentle A-line shape, round neckline and wide straps, this summer maxi dress flatters a range of body shapes. Layer with a lightweight cardigan for added comfort on breezy days at sea.

Active Shore Excursion Outfits

Heading out for a busy day of sightseeing or shore excursions? Our bamboo travel wardrobe essentials are designed for comfort, style, practicality, and keeping you cool and protected while exploring.

Classic Cruise Day Tee

Perfect for busy shore excursions, this short-sleeved tee features a high, rounded neckline, relaxed fit and UPF50+ sun protection. With ample chest coverage and a range of neutral tones, it pairs effortlessly with any travel outfit. Available in Bamboo French Terry or Bamboo-Linen slub for year-round comfort.

Lightweight and Floaty Singlet

Ideal for warm, active days, this sleeveless, floaty singlet is made from softline bamboo jersey. Its relaxed a-line shape doesn't cling, making it perfect for walking, sightseeing, or casual lunch stops.Available in multiple colours, it's a versatile layering piece for any cruise wardrobe.

Practical and Stylish Pants

Loved by travellers and cruisers alike, these casual pants are designed with comfort and functionality in mind. Featuring an elasticated waistband and practical side pockets, they're perfect for day trips or active excursions. Wear them full length or button them to 7/8 length for extra verstaility.

Travel Wardobe Must-Have Pants

A true travel essential, these straight-leg pants feature a super stretchy, high waisted waistband that feels soft against the skin. Available in three lengths - petite, regular and long - they're perfect for walking through port towns or enjoying on-board activities, making them a reliable choice for any cruise day.

Formal Cruise Wear for Elegant Evenings at Sea

Enjoy formal nights on your cruise with our collection of elegant bamboo maxi dresses and evening dresses, designed for comfort, style and effortless sophistication. Whether you're attending a captain's dinner, a special event onboard or a formal dining experience, our dresses offer breathable softness with a polished finish.

The Charlotte Dress is crafted from a fine rib bamboo fabric blend, offering a flattering silhouette with a sleeveless design, round neckline and wide shoulder straps. Simply pair with heels and your favourite accessories for an elegant cruise dinner look.

The Melanie Dress is a chic and refined option featuring a square neckline and double layered bodice for extra coverage and confidence. This timeless evening dress is perfect for formal cruise events and special occasions at sea.

Designed to highlight your shape, the Harmony Dress features a fitted waistline, soft fabric waistband and a floaty skirt that moves beautifully. It's an ideal choice for formal dinners, cocktail evenings and onboard celebrations.

The Wrap Dress is a versatile knee-length style with a flattering v neckline and full skirt. Its adjustable wrap design allows you to tie it at the front, side or back for a customised fit that feels comfortable all night long.

Layer your look with one of our soft cardigans for added warmth while enjoying evening strolls on deck or taking in the cool ocean breeze.

Shop our cruise wear for mature women and discover elegant, comfortable outfits designed to make travelling easy and enjoyable. Whether you're embarking on a river cruise or ocean voyage, our breathable bamboo clothing helps you travel in style while still feeling comfortable and confident. Check our our Cruise Wear and Resort Clothing collection.

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