Are you looking for the perfect white dress to wear on a cruise? White outfits make great cruisewear and look good on everyone.
Whether it’s a casual white beach dress or a chic outfit for a White Night theme event, this list includes gorgeous cruise wear that can be worn during the day or evening.
I’ve included some accessories (shoes, handbags, jewelry) that you can mix and match with your favorite cruise outfits to make it easy. All items are affordable and can be found on Amazon.
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Ladies White Outfits and Accessories for a Cruise
1. Summer Sleeveless Halter Maxi Dress with Cutouts
This white beach style summer dress will look fabulous when worn on a cruise. The halter neckline is flattering and the the cut outs and backless style make this a trendy choice.
Recommended: Boho style halter style dress with cutouts (see 4* reviews & check price on Amazon here)
Suggested accessories:
Tan sandals with a low block heel look great with this casual white dress.
Recommended: Tan low sandals (also gorgeous in nude & gold)
2. Long Flowy Sundress
This white resort style sundress is loose and flowy. Wear it onboard the cruise ship or as a cover up when you head to the beach on a port day.
Recommended: Sleeveless white resort style sundress (check price & other colors on Amazon here)
Suggested accessories
Cateye Sunglasses make a perfect pairing with white sundresses, cover ups and swimsuits. This pair is has over 9000 4.5* reviews.
Recommended: Cateye sunglasses
3. Strapless White Lace Dress
This strapless lace dress is so pretty! While I love the white dress, the black, pink and other colors make great vacation dresses as well.
Recommended: Strapless white lace dress (highly rated on Amazon)
Suggested accessories
Perfect for day or evening, these stylish flat neutral sandals can be worn with shorts, jeans or casual dresses.
Recommended: Flat sandals with braided details
4. Short Sleeve Midi Length Dress
This is one of my favorite cruise dresses. In fact, I have this mid length dress navy and love the short sleeves and overall flattering style.
Recommended: Short flutter sleeve tiered dress (see over 7000 4* Amazon reviews)
Suggested accessories
Handwoven Cotton Straw Woven Bucket Bag
I’ve been looking for a straw bucket bag similar to my Loewe handbag. I bought it when I was in Barcelona on a Mediterranean cruise (and it was a splurge).
This stylish straw bag is so pretty, well priced and gets great reviews.
Recommended: Straw shoulder bag (check price & over 1500 4* reviews)
5. Short Sleeve V-neck White Mini Dress
This short white dress has a flattering flowing style for ladies of every age.
Recommended: Short white dress with flutter sleeves (see over 1200 4.5* Amazon reviews)
Suggested accessories:
This designer inspired flat banded sandal is a perfect shoe for a cruise.
Recommended: Flat designer inspired sandal (highly rated best-selling shoe)
6. One Shoulder Sleeveless Chiffon Dress
This one shoulder sleeveless dress makes a great formal night or dressy evening look.
Recommended: One shoulder short ruffle dress (verify price & see 4.5* Amazon reviews here)
Suggested accessories:
Sparkly Evening Bag (designer inspired)
This designer inspired clutch purse pairs well with many dress styles and can be worn to the dining room and cruise ship restaurants.
Recommended: Sparkly evening clutch purse
7. High Waist Long Dress with Slit
This long dress is both flattering and comfortable. This dress makes a great outfit for White Night on a cruise.
Recommended: Long dress with side slit
Suggested accessories:
Kitten Heel Sandals will go nicely with many of the dresses on this list. They do give a little bit of a fancier look for evenings, and are available in white, black, pink and tan.
No products found.Recommended: Kitten heel lace up sandals
8. One Shoulder Tiered Flowy Dress
How gorgeous is this white dress? It looks so tropical and light – perfect to wear on a Caribbean or Bahamas cruise!
Recommended: One shoulder mid length dress
Suggested accessories:
This cute straw mini bag can be worn using the handle or crossbody with the long strap.
Recommended: Straw mini bag (check reviews & price on Amazon here)
9. Midi Knit Tank Top Dress with Cut Out
This popular tank top dress is a great look for young cruisers, or any women who can pull it off. I don’t think I can, but I love the cute and casual style.
Recommended: Tank top dress with cut out (check price & 2500 4.5* reviews)
Suggested accessories
Gold plated CZ bezel necklace
If you’re looking for some great looking jewelry to wear on a cruise, this gold plated CZ bezel necklace is so pretty!
Recommended: Gold plated CZ bezel necklace (over 5000 4.5* amazon reviews)
10. A-line Halter Vacation Dress
This halter a-line dress has gorgeous cut out detail, that make this casual white dress look a little more dressy.
Recommended: Short white halter dress
Suggested accessories
This straw mesh woven beach bag is perfect for relaxing by the pool on the lido deck or for shore excursions.
Recommended: Straw mesh woven beach bag (check price & amazon reviews here)
Off the Shoulder Puffy Sleeve Dress
This off the shoulder white dress is flowy and lightweight, perfect for summer vacation, a cruise or resort.
Recommended: Off the shoulder flowy mid length dress
11. Beach Crochet Lace Maxi Dress
This spaghetti strap style dress is so pretty. The crochet lace details make it a perfect dress to wear on holiday, and to cruise white parties.
Recommended: Spaghetti strap lace crochet maxi dress (see 6000+ Amazon reviews)
Suggested accessories
Espadrille Wedge Style Sandals
The Drop espadrille wedge sandal can be worn during the day or evening. This popular shoe gets great reviews and is available in white, cognac, and other colors.
Recommended: Espadrille wedge sandal (check price & 2700+ 4.5 star reviews here)
12. Mid Length Bodycon Dress with Back Slit
This strapless knit dress looks both sophisticated and sexy, and is a stunner in white!
Recommended: Strapless twisted front style dress (check pricing & reviews on Amazon here)
Suggested accessories
Silver Heeled Sandal
A strappy heel looks gorgeous with this bodycon dress. Silver and gold colors are a great choice that can be worn with black and white cruise wear.
Recommended: Summer sandal heels
13. Wrap Style Dress with Short Sleeves
I love this wrap style midi summer dress. It’s gorgeous in white, but you may want to check out the other colors as well.
Recommended: Short Sleeve wrap style ruffle dress (size down if you’re between sizes)
14. Beach Summer Maxi Dress
This beach style dress will look great in photos (sunset, beach, wake view).
Recommended: Beach style summer maxi dress
Suggested accessories
Low Heel Braided Sandal
This popular low heel braided sandal is comfortable and stylish. A tan or neutral goes with everything, which is helpful if you’re trying to pack light or carry-on only for a cruise.
Recommended: Braided sandal with block heel (see price & 2500+ great Amazon reviews)
15. Short Sleeve Baby Doll Dress
This short sleeve baby doll dress is a favorite of mine for embarkation day and port days.
No products found.Recommended: Short sleeve baby doll dress (has over 11000 reviews on Amazon)
These gold plated huggie earrings are great quality for the price, to your cruise jewelry collection (or worn everyday).
Recommended: Gold plated huggie earrings (4.5* reviews)
16. Long Button Up Cover Up
This long cardigan style swimsuit cover up looks both casual and elegant. It can be worn with a belt to dress it up.
Recommended: Long button up style white cover up
17. Sleeveless Dress with Pockets
The ultimate comfortable sundress for a cruise! I was amused when I noticed this dress by The Drop is named Ilana Loose Sleeveless Wide-Hem Poplin Maxi Dress. I guess it was made for me ;-).
Recommended: White sleeveless dress with pocketa (check price & amazon reviews here)
18. Long Sleeve Cut-Out Maxi Dress
This trendy white maxi dress includes cut outs, which are a stylish detail in women’s clothing we’re seeing this year.
Recommended: Long sleeve maxi dress with cut out details
19. Casual Beach Tank Dress
This cute tank dress includes ruching at the waist, making it a flattering style for ladies.
Recommended: Tank style short dress (see other colors & 10,000+ reviews)
20. One Shoulder Jumpsuit Romper
This one shoulder romper pantsuit looks effortless and elegant at the same time. Wear with flats for a more casual look or a heel sandal for a dressier look.
Recommended: One shoulder romper pantsuit
21. Crochet Swimsuit Cover Up Beach Dress
This crochet swimsuit cover up will look great over a bikini or one piece swimsuit on a cruise.
Recommended: Crochet swimsuit cover up
22. Lace Style Swimsuit Cover Up
This gorgeous swimsuit over up is lightweight and has a perfect combination or lace detail and coverage.
Recommended: Lace style cover up
23. Drawstring Button Up Beach Dress Cover Up
This button up beach dress cover up is light and looks elegant over your favorite swimwear.
Recommended: Button up beach dress over up (read 700+ 4.5* reviews on Amazon)
24. 2 Piece Ladies Outfit
This 2 piece outfit is adorable. While I like it in white, it is equally gorgeous in the brighter colors as well. Available in small to plus size tops and maxi skirts.
Recommended: 2 piece top and maxi skirt
25. Halter Neck Sleeveless Shorts Jumpsuit
This halter neck jumpsuit is a great casual hot weather cruise outfit. The sleeveless ruffle design is lightweight and packs easily.
Recommended: Halter neck ruffle style jumpsuit
Recommended Accessories:
A gold plated tennis bracelet goes with everything and looks fantastic. Tennis bracelets are very on trend this year, and can be worn on cruises as well as at home.
Recommended: Gold plated CZ tennis bracelet (see price & over 25000 4.5* amazon reviews)
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Final Thoughts
It’s always a good idea to have at least one white cruise outfit when going on a cruise. Many cruise lines have a White Night or White Hot party, and you may not always know in advance.
White dresses and cover ups also look great if you’re going on a Caribbean, Bermuda or Mediterranean cruise.
Do you have a favorite white dress or outfit? Please let me know in the comments below.
Happy Cruising!
Ilana
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