Where to buy 'cruise wear' (USA)

Hi there,

On a number cruises I've noticed passengers in smart casual wear with various maritime themes e.g. chinos with with small anchor motifs, shirts with a coral pattern etc that could be worn during the day onboard.

I've looked at a number of sites selling 'beachwear' but the selection for men was small & unsuitable e.g. shorts with a beer bottle pattern! ....I'm over 50 & am hoping for something a little more conservative! :)

I'd greatly appreciate it if anyone could suggest sites/stores in the US that sell (mens) cruise/resort wear.

Kind regards,

Drew

We usually buy them in US stores a month or 2 before it is in season.

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We have found that type clothing at many stores...department stores, boutiques, beach shops...but we live in FL so that might make a difference.

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Really, whatever you'd wear to any beach destination is fine. You don't need a "cruise specific" wardrobe! Just look for summer wear, and you will find those sorts of patterns...usually with "designer" labels... (and I don't mean "high end" designers...but Tommy Hilfiger, Ralph Lauren, etc....)

Thanks so much for getting back to me....in record time! :)

The reason I've been relying on websites (& store websites) is that I live in Australia but have a sister living in CA whose address I use for shipping purposes.

Selection is greater in the US than Australia but unfortunately I won't be spending any time in the US (to look in stores)before my next cruise.

You might try eBay --- look for 'men's cruise wear'.

Tommy Bahama is a another popular label and the clothes are good quality, if a little pricey.

Labels you could try: Izod, Sperry, Ralph Lauren, Brooks Brother, La Coste, J. Crew, LL Bean, as well as those already mentioned. Keep in mind that we are heading into fall here right now, so the selection of warm weather clothing may be limited.

search for "Preppy" - comes from those "upper crust" folks from New England. Always dashing around in polos with cutsey appliqués and chinos with whales, fish, crab, etc. on the material. Best worn with deck shoes, without socks. Were frequently seen Summering on Nantucket, Martha's Vineyard, Cape Cod. I did a vacation in Puerto Rico last Spring and damn if I didn't see some migratory Preppies there, sporting the same clothes ;)

Find out where the sailboat/regatta folks buy their clothes Down Under. I could imagine stores in Sydney, Perth, and other seaside cities, would have those types of clothes.

Some of my kids like Vineyard Vines (only on sale).

Check bealls.com

It is a florida based store and always has anchors and ships and Coral clothing!

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Check bealls.com

It is a florida based store and always has anchors and ships and Coral clothing!

 

 

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http://www.dillards.com

My husband likes:

haggar.com

kohls.com

belk.com

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Yes, many places to buy---just depends on what you want to spend.

Tommy Bahama is a another popular label and the clothes are good quality, if a little pricey.

I think this is the only brand listed that is specifically “resort wear”. Be aware that their men’s shirts are very oversized; you may want to get a smaller size than normal.

Go to Amazon and search for "anchor shorts".

I also like westmarine dot com. Not too many pattern shorts, but very durable shorts for sail/fishing, etc

Aloha,

John

Drew

Try googling men's shorts with anchors. Several styles and different stores came up. Most large American stores have on line purchase available.

In increasing likelihood of nautical theme (and higher cost). check on line catalogs of L L Bean, Lands End, Vineyard Vines, and (the ultimate preppy/nautical supplier) Murray's Toggery ⚓️⛵️🚤⚓️ (only shop is in Nantucket - but they do accept on line orders).

On Amazon if you search "mens resort wear" you will find clothing like you described. Here in the US the summer clothes come to the stores in Jan-March. Even tough we still have warm weather in much of the US, stores are now carrying winter clothes.

I did a vacation in Puerto Rico last Spring and damn if I didn't see some migratory Preppies there, sporting the same clothes ;)

 

I guess some preppies are as migratory as hospitality professionals😉

Go online to some of the department store chains in the southeastern US.

Two that come to mind are Belks and Dillard's. I always find them there. They ship.

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If visiting the US, look for premium outlet shopping malls. They have stores such at Tommy Bahama, Nautica, and Vineyard Vines.

Darcy

search for "Preppy" - comes from those "upper crust" folks from New England. Always dashing around in polos with cutsey appliqués and chinos with whales, fish, crab, etc. on the material. Best worn with deck shoes, without socks. Were frequently seen Summering on Nantucket, Martha's Vineyard, Cape Cod. I did a vacation in Puerto Rico last Spring and damn if I didn't see some migratory Preppies there, sporting the same clothes ;)

 

Find out where the sailboat/regatta folks buy their clothes Down Under. I could imagine stores in Sydney, Perth, and other seaside cities, would have those types of clothes.

For those New Englanders you reference, many buy those 'cutesey clothes in yacht clubs. and yes, some are quite pricey.

Try LandsEnd. They often have nautical theme clothing.

Good luck with your search and enjoy your cruise.