Kaia recently claimed she was possessed as a child before undergoing an exorcismCredit: SplashHomer’s dad Richard Gere dated Kaia’s mum, supermodel Cindy, in the 1990sCredit: Getty
She told The Mitch Churi Chat Show podcast: “I do feel as though I attract beings from the other dimension, in a very casual and chill way.”
The star then revealed the bizarre way in which the ancient ritual was performed.
“They played a didgeridoo all over me.
“That’s how they did the exorcism,” Kaia revealed.
“I’ve never talked about it, but it actually did happen.
MYLEENE Klass stuns as steps out in London showing off her toned legs in a figure-hugging mini dress.
The TV star, 48, was all smiles as she was snapped on her way to Smooth Radio following her glam appearance at a movie premiere this week.
Myleene Klass shows off her toned legs in a figure-hugging mini dress as she steps out in LondonCredit: BackGridThe TV star was all smiles as she was snapped on her way to Smooth RadioCredit: BackGrid
The Hear’Say star wowed as she strutted down the sunny streets of London in a grey mini dress.
The figure-hugging ensemble showed off the stars incredibly toned legs and natural curves.
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She styled the look with a pair of matching sandals, chic pair of sunglasses and Chanel handbag with a leopard print scarf attached.
Myleene was all smiles opting to wear her blonde locks down and a bright red lip as she was snapped completing her coffee run and entering the Smooth Radio building.
The presenter put on an equally fierce display at The Dog Stars premiere this week alongside two lookalike daughters Ava and HeroCredit: GettyMyleene was all smiles opting to wear her blonde locks down and a bright red lip as she was snapped completing her coffee runCredit: BackGrid
The 48-year-old later went on to have son Apollo, three, with her now fiancée Simon Motson.
Myleene met Simon in 2015 after being set up on a blind date by her pal.
They got engaged six years ago but are still yet to tie the knot.
Myleene previously said: “She [Ava] has done the piano for eight hours a day, she went to the Royal Academy of Music, she had to audition, they didn’t just say ‘Myleene Klass‘s daughter is showing up, give her a place’, she had to audition, and that’s the point.
“You could call my children nepo babies all day long but they can play Rachmaninoff concertos like the best of them.”
Myleene confessed last year that both her daughter have weekend jobs as she was keen to instill in them the importance of earning their own money.
The former popstar added that she knows her kids are now equipped with the necessary skills to make their own way as adults.
TELLY star Myleene Klass looked sensational in a sheer dress as she was joined at The Dog Stars premiere on Thursday night by her two lookalike daughters.
The stunning Hear’Say star was spotted posing with her girls – Ava, 19, and 15-year-old Hero.
Myleene Klass cuddled up to her lookalike daughters Hero, 15 and Ava, 19 on the red carpet this weekCredit: GettyMyleene was seen stepping out for The Dog Stars premiere in LondonCredit: Splash
Myleene opted for a sleeveless white dress that flashed her legs and bum.
Meanwhile, her daughters went for polar opposite vibes with Hero donning a full length black gown and Ava in a backless cream number.
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They cuddled up to their famous mum on the carpet last night and were seen smiling for the cameras.
The TV presenter looked incredible in a sheer white gownCredit: SplashMyleene and her ex-husband Graham split in 2012Credit: Getty Images – Getty
Myleene previously said: “She [Ava] has done the piano for eight hours a day, she went to the Royal Academy of Music, she had to audition, they didn’t just say ‘Myleene Klass‘s daughter is showing up, give her a place’, she had to audition, and that’s the point.
“You could call my children nepo babies all day long but they can play Rachmaninoff concertos like the best of them.”
Myleene confessed last year that both her daughter have weekend jobs as she was keen to instill in them the importance of earning their own money.
The former Hear’Say singer added that she knows her kids are now equipped with the necessary skills to make their own way as adults.
Asked about her plans at the New York premiere of the three-hour movie, based on Homer’s epic ancient poem, she said: “Sometimes you need to just disappear for a little bit.”
The star is one of the most in-demand actresses and, this year alone, has had five huge press tours promoting projects.
Fans will have seen Zendaya in the final series of HBO’s Euphoria, starring alongside Robert Pattinson in The Drama and reprising her role of Chani in Dune: Part Three.
After a world tour for The Odyssey, she will hit the promo trail once more for Spider-Man: Brand New Day — in which she plays the love interest for star Tom Holland, her new husband.
She has also voiced a new character for Shrek 5, due for release next year.
The actress plays Athena in The OdysseyCredit: GettyZendaya with partner Tom Holland, who also stars in the blockbusterCredit: Getty
Quizzed about what she would do next, she answered: “Oh girl, nothing. Just mind my business, you know? And stay to myself.
“This is such a whirlwind, and you’re kind of like in a new place every second, and your brain is kind of all over the place.
“It’s fun and I’m grateful, and I wouldn’t change a thing, but sometimes you need to just, you know, disappear for a little bit.”
BAFTA-winning actor Micheal Ward has been found not guilty of raping a woman in the back of a car after a party.
The star, 28, was accused of repeatedly assaulting a woman in his friend’s car after meeting her at his New Year’s fancy dress event.
Micheal Ward, seen at a previous court appearance, allegedly raped the woman in a carCredit: PAThe actor starred in the third season of Top BoyCredit: Alamy
He has been found not guilty by jurors at Snaresbrook Crown Court.
Ward denied two counts of rape, two counts of assault by penetration and one count of sexual assault after the east London party in 2023.
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The Jamaican-born actor made his name as one of the stars of cult hit Blue Story in 2019 and won the Rising Star prize at the BaftaFilmAwards the following year.
Judge Rosa Dean, in her jury directions, said: “This is a case where two young people had sex in the back of a car and your job is to decide if there was consent.”
The prosecution suggested he thought only about “his own pleasure come what may” and the alleged victim felt “pressured”.
In contrast, Ward stressed they had consensual sex and she was a willing and “active participant” in everything they did.
Ward told the court he and the woman flirted, had foreplay, enjoyed “passionate” kisses, and that an intimate act between them would not have happened if she did not want it.
Ward, from Cheshunt, Hertfordshire, met the woman for the first time at an “all-white party” at Infinity Lounge nightclub in Gants Hill, East London, in January 2023.
Ward starred alongside Olivia Coleman in Empire of LightHe has also worked as a modelCredit: Getty
The court heard the pair kissed and hugged in a Mercedes outside the party, and later had an intimate encounter in another Mercedes outside an after-party event.
The judge said: “The prosecution case is that she did not consent to any sexual activity beyond kissing. Things moved out of control. She felt pressured.”
The prosecution suggested Ward “did not care less”.
Tracy Ayling, KC, prosecuting, said: “Micheal Ward was unknown personally to her at the time. She knew him to be an actor and had seen him on TV and in films. She knew it was his party.
“They met for the first time outside the party and he asked for her snapchat handle which she gave to him. She accepts in her interview that she was flattered that he had asked for her details.
“During the course of the evening, she said that she had seen him intermittently; at one point he touched her bottom as he walked past her.
“He asked her if the three friends were doing anything after the event and invited her to an afterparty.”
She and her friends then went to an afterparty in Stratford but got a “weird vibe” so decided not to stay long.
Ward poses with his Bafta award for Rising Star Award in 2020Credit: ReutersThe actor denied all of the alleged offencesCredit: Getty
Jurors heard she then bumped into Ward, who asked her where she was going.
The woman told him they were leaving as they had a long drive home but he suggested that she walked up to the Mercedes that was parked further up the road so that he could talk to her again, the court heard.
Ms Ayling said: “She said she was given specific instructions to walk behind him, and not to talk to anyone en route.
“Mr Ward then invited her to climb into the back seat with him claiming that he just wanted to kiss her a bit more.”
The woman said they could do that in the front seat but Ward allegedly became “quite impatient” and told her to “stop wasting time” and get into the back.
Ms Ayling continued: “She said that she felt a bit pressured, but she did what he asked.”
Snaresbrook Crown Court heard the woman “didn’t really feel like I had a choice”. She told police: “He said: ‘If I tell you to do it, you do it’.”
The court was told Ward then allegedly pulled down her trousers and knickers before raping her.
Jurors heard the actor then orally raped her then started talking “as though nothing had happened”.
Of the defence case, the judge said: “At the time she actively consented.
“This was not submission. Her friends were nearby, available and in telephone contact.
“She made a conscious decision to step into the car and was in control of her actions.
“All of her actions suggest she was consenting.”
Ward was arrested on January 18, 2023 and told police in a prepared statement: “I deny the allegation of rape. I want to put on record that we had consensual foreplay and consensual sex.”
Ward’s first on-screen appearance came in 2016 in movie Brotherhood.
His breakout role was in 2019 when he starred as Jamie in Netflix’s third series of Top Boy.
He also appeared in the Sam Mendes drama Empire of Light alongside Olivia Colman.
The star was nominated for the Bafta Award for Best Actor in a Supporting Role for the film.
He also won a Bafta Rising Star Award for his performance in British musical crime drama Blue Story.
Lottie Moss bared all at a summer party in LondonCredit: Shutterstock EditorialShe wore a sheer dress with no bra to the Premier Models management summer partyCredit: Shutterstock Editorial
Lottie rubbed shoulders with other big names in fashion at the summer party in London on Thursday.
The stunner completed her look with a messy updo and chunky heeled mule sandals.
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It’s been a busy year for Lottie who hard launched a new boyfriend and had multiple dashes to hospital after taking fat jabs.
Lottie had teased her new man, Themy Kalaitzis, but finally went Instagram official in April during a trip to Marbella Resort in Spain.
Lottie previously told the sun how she’d had a seizure taking fat jabsCredit: SplashThe model dropped down to 9st in 2024 and was rushed to hospitalCredit: GettyLottie admitted to always struggling with her weightCredit: GettyShe hard launched her new boyfriend Themy Kalaitzis in AprilCredit: Instagram
The former OnlyFans star and her art broker boyfriend cuddled up as they enjoyed delicious food and views.
She gave them up for a while, citing one of the reasons for quitting as the jabs being “too expensive”.
Speaking to The Sun she said: “I went on Ozempic for a bit and Mounjaro for a bit and then I came off it and I just gained all the weight back because it got really expensive.
Maya Jama looked stunning in her leather dress and matching bootsCredit: GettyThe sexy star turned heads as she headed to a TV interview in New YorkCredit: Getty
Love Island host Maya is known for her sexy looks, and her latest one in the Big Apple didn’t disappoint.
Taking to her latest Instagram Stories, the stunning star showed off her tight leather dress in a mirror selfie video.
The racy outfit clung to her tiny figure, and she completed the daring look with knee high boots.
In the next clip, Maya told fans that she felt she looked “very Matrix”.
Yesterday, Maya was on Good Morning America for her first ever television interview stateside.
Once again, she pulled out all the stops in a leather mini-skirt and top co-ord, paired with high heels.
The Love Island host is in New York to appear on US chat showsCredit: Shutterstock EditorialYesterday, she appeared on Good Morning America to discuss her TV workCredit: GMA
It came after fans noticed the host had been in the ITV2 villa much less this series, so the GMA hosts quizzed her on it.
Explaining her absence, she said: “It’s not up to me, it’s up to the producers that you need to speak to!
“I think this series has just had so much drama that they didn’t need me to intervene, it’s been so entertaining, so wild – as usual.”
Maya is known for her sexy looks and is taking the States by stormCredit: GettyAhead of her GMA appearance, she posed for a mirror selfie in her hotelCredit: Instagram
It comes after Maya responded to fans asking where she had been, as one joked she was on a “zero hour contract”.
She said on Instagram: “Jokes aside it’s not up to me how often I enter the villa.
Although she couldn’t give too much away ahead, she said: “This is the first time I’ve ever been a contestant and not a host. And I can’t say much, because it’s Traitors – you’re not allowed to say anything.
“But I’m excited! We’ll see how I act. It’s the biggest, one of the biggest shows in the UK, and in America also.
“It’s so much fun, whether you’re a traitor or a faithful, what an experience to get to do that. So, yeah, fingers crossed it goes well.”
DETAILS from Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s elaborate wedding have been revealed, including the custom dress the singer wore and who stood beside them on their big day.
The couple exchanged vows on Friday at Madison Square Garden in New York City in an extravagant ceremony.
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More details have emerged about Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift’s elaborate weddingCredit: Getty ImagesTaylor wore a Christian Dior wedding gown after fans suspected she hinted at wearing the designer months earlierCredit: GC ImagesTaylor did not have any bridesmaid stand beside her at the weddingCredit: Getty Images for The Recording ATaylor’s brother, Austin Swift, instead served as her Man of HonorCredit: Getty
The U.S. Sun obtained a press release from Taylor’s rep shortly after the nuptials, which revealed some specifics about the special occasion.
Both the bride’s and groom’s looks were created by Christian Dior Haute Couture, designed by Jonathan Anderson, Creative Director of Dior Women’s, Men’s, and Haute Couture Collections, in close collaboration with the newlyweds.
Their shoes were custom-made by Christian Louboutin, and Taylor wore Cartier jewelry, per the release.
Some fans had already suspected that Taylor would wear a Christian Dior gown after she appeared to drop an Easter egg during an outing in April.
Taylor stepped out with a buttercup yellow Dior bag from Anderson’s debut show in the spring, leading many to speculate that she’d chosen him as the designer for her wedding dress.
The “royal wedding” is the designer’s first couture wedding dress for a world-renowned celebrity.
The lovebirds also did not have the traditional bridesmaids or groomsmen; instead, Taylor’s brother, Austin Swift, served as her Man of Honor, and Travis‘ brother, Jason Kelce, served as his Best Man.
It was a day to remember for the pair and their guests, as comedian and friend Adam Sandler officiated the ceremony.
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Screens outside The Garden flashed signs that read, “JUST&T MARRIED!” about an hour after the ceremony began.
Fans showed their love for the beloved couple, gathering outside the venue and singing Taylor’s hit song, Love Story.
The reception is currently underway, continuing the three-day wedding festivities with 1,000 guests in attendance.
Rumors previously circulated that Taylor and Travis had already tied the knot in a private ceremony in Tennessee.
However, The U.S. Sun exclusively spoke to a relative of Taylor’s before the ceremony, who assured that the NYC bash would be the couple’s first wedding.
Screens lit up outside the venue, which read ‘JUST&T MARRIED’Credit: ReutersThe couple wed in front of 1,000 people at Madison Square Garden in New York CityCredit: Getty
It was previously believed that Taylor’s BFFs, Selena Gomez and Gigi Hadid, were a part of the songstress’s bridal party.
It was also thought that Taylor’s childhood best friend, Abigail Anderson, would serve as her Maid of Honor.
Abigail made a major faux pas with her wedding ensemble when she was seen wearing the exact same $800 Sau Lee dress as Laura Kruk, the fiancée of New York Giants wide receiver Juju Smith-Schuster.
Hundreds of other celebrity guests stunned in their “black tie” ensembles, including Ed Sheeran, Karlie Kloss, Bradley Cooper, Dakota Johnson, and Ellie Goulding.
Many of Travis’ NFL buddies and their wives also attended the big event.
The high-profile affair prompted a massive police presence, street closures, and parking restrictions around the venue.
The U.S. Sun exclusively revealed that some NYPD cops expressed their frustrations over the large-scale event taking place during a near record-setting heat wave and the July 4 holiday.
Police have also posted up outside of Taylor’s $50 million Tribeca compound, which served as the headquarters for the wedding day.
It doesn’t appear the chaos will die down anytime soon, as the festivities are expected to continue into the weekend.
No other public events have been booked at the venue until next week.
AMANDA Holden flashed her underwear in a very daring see-through lace dress in central London on Thursday.
The Britain’s Got Talent judge, 55, looked incredible in the mint coloured outfit as she left the Global Radio office.
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Amanda Holden looked amazing as she stepped out in central London todayCredit: AlamyThe telly legend looked amazing in a mint green minidressCredit: Alamy
Amanda dressed to impress for her shift in the stunning outfit which nipped her in the waist perfectly with a bow belt.
She accessorised with a pair of white court shoe heels and a matching tiny handbag.
Amanda accessorised with gold bangles, oversized sunglasses and some rings.
The TV favourite completed the look with some loose waves and a huge smile on her face.
The star accessorised the outfit with a white handbag and matching heelsCredit: AlamyAmanda had a huge smile on her face as she walked the streets of LondonCredit: Alamy
It comes after Amanda looked incredible as she flashed her toned figure in a bright red bikini while on a swing.
The star looked relaxed as she swayed in the sunshine.
Amanda rocked the two piece swimwear with oversized sunglasses and a great tan.
She styled her hair into loose waves.
Amanda showed off her toned abs as she wore a red bikini on a swingCredit: Instagram / noholdenbackAmanda is one of the judges on Britain’s Got TalentCredit: Shutterstock Editorial
Over the years, Amanda has appeared in a number of different TV shows, but arguably is most known for starring on Britain’s Got Talent.
The star is a judge alongside Simon Cowell, Alesha Dixon, and KSI.
Recently she’s also starred in Amanda & Alan’s Greek Job and Amanda & Alan’s Spanish Job.
She’s also hosted Cheat: Unfinished Business and The Inner Circle.
She captioned the post: “Straight men are automatically on thin ice,” seemingly giving fans a glimpse at what the upcoming series might entail.
Fans rushed to the comments to swoon over Olivia’s stunning snaps.
“Omg this look!!!!! You get better and better each time! Unbelievable,” penned one.
“Side boob summer,” said another.
“The fittest woman to ever exist,” wrote a third.
It comes after Olivia revealed the romantic gift she’d been sent by her boyfriend Pete Wicks.
Taking to Instagram, Olivia showed off the sweet and very romantic gift that Pete sent her.
He sent her some red roses to show he was thinking of her while they are apart.
She showed off the massive bouquet of red roses sent by Pete, along with a text he sent saying they were to “make her feel better” as she battled a hangover.
This all comes after Pete publicly opened up about his relationship with Olivia for the first time.
Joking about the loved-up snaps, where Olivia and Pete were seen smooching in a pool, Sam asked: “Question, if you don’t mind, why have I never been locked in an embrace with you in a pool?
“I’ve never been in that position with you before. You looked so comfortable and relaxed.”
Deliberately dodging the question, Pete replied: “I had a very, very lovely holiday.”
He added: “It was delightful. Switched off from the world as much as I could.
“We had lots of plans, we had lots of different things going on, we had a whole itinerary.”
Pete and Olivia are believed to have been dating since the presenter split from footballer husband Bradley Dack in January.
LOOKING cool is no sweat for Kylie Jenner — thanks to her latest cosmetics creation.
The US beauty mogul posed in a see-through slip dress to help promote a powder which claims to be sweat and humidity-proof.
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Kylie Jenner posed in a see-through slip dress to help promote a powder which claims to be sweat and humidity-proofCredit: Instagram Kylie CosmeticsThe model has provided the AI assistant’s voice for a pair of smart glassesCredit: Meta
It is the latest launch from her Kylie Cosmetics range, which has helped the 28-year-old rake in a £500million fortune.
Meanwhile Kylie, who is dating Oscar-nominated actor Timothée Chalamet, has provided the AI assistant’s voice for a pair of smart glasses.
She also helped design the £359 oval Starfire Kylie Edition shades for tech giant Meta.
Wearers can take photos and videos, make and answer phone calls, listen to music and interact with a virtual assistant voiced by Kylie.
Kylie also helped design the £359 oval Starfire Kylie Edition shades for tech giant MetaCredit: MetaThe new hi-tech specs come in 26 different styles and eight colour options
They include selections of Meta Adventurer (rectangular) and Meta Fury (squared) spectacles, as well as Meta Glasses by Kylie (with a slim oval shape).
They’re all “smart glasses”, which means they have built-in cameras, microphones, and an AI assistant – but not a display.
LOVE Island Australia’s Gabby McCarthy, the reality star with the show’s biggest ever boobs, has almost fallen out of her skin-tight dress.
The buxom lass, 22, took to Instagram to share a series of pictures from her night out as her grey and white dress struggled to contain her 34G chest.
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Love Island Australia star Gabby McCarthy has almost spilled out of her dressCredit: InstagramShe struggled to fit her 34G boobs into her dressCredit: Instagram
She took pictures of herself sitting on a hotel bed as well as standing in front of a luggage trolley.
Gabby posed up a storm as her boobs glistened, thanks to the oil she put on them.
The zip on her dress went up as far as it could go as she nearly had a nip-slip.
In one snap, Gabby got on her knees on the bed as she stared seductively into the camera.
Fans of the programme spotted old photos of her modelling trainers and lingerie and began doubting her chest was as natural as she claimed.
One person wrote on Reddit: “I thought they were natural until I saw pictures of her a few years ago being a b-c cup at best.
“Unpopular opinion, but I believe she has teardrop implants. Natural boobs jiggle and move a lot when you’re walking and running but hers are way more ‘stiff’. Her surgeon did an amazing job making them look natural though.”
Another wrote: “I admit I was searching for the truth on her boobs, only cuz she claimed they were natural. Sparked a bit of debate amongst friends.
“Hard one to call. They look fake to me and don’t believe weight gain caused them to grow.”
During her introduction video, she said: “My name is Gabby, I’m 21 years old and I’m from the Gold Coast.
“I get this question every single day of my life, my boobs are natural guys!
“If I want a guy, then I always get him. I’ve got the teeth, I’ve got the face, I’ve got the body, and I’ve got the boobs.”
KYLIE Jenner has shown off her stunning figure as she enjoyed a night out during a luxury holiday to Turks and Caicos.
The TV star posed up a storm for a slew of snaps from the trip, which saw her donning a skintight cream dress – ditching her underwear for the ensemble.
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Kylie Jenner looked stunning in a slew of new beach snaps from her luxury getawayCredit: Instagram/KylieJennerThe star ditched her underwear and donned a skintight white dress for a sunset dinner outingCredit: Instagram/KylieJenner
Kylie’s dress had a large cut-out down the side, with the brunette pulling her locks into a slicked back braid and adding statement silver earrings.
Posing on the beach, she looked sensational in a carousel of Instagram snaps.
Kylie even got into the sea in her dress for some pictures, seemingly unfazed about getting her ensemble wet.
“Loves a sunset day,” captioned Kylie underneath the pictures.
She shared numerous snaps to Instagram in the gorgeous ensemble and even had a dip in the seaCredit: Instagram/KylieJennerThe trip is to promote her makeup brand, Kylie CosmeticsCredit: InstagramShe travelled to the spot earlier this week via private jetCredit: InstagramIt comes after fans were convinced she is set to marry boyfriend Timothee Chalamet after spotting she was wearing a diamond ringCredit: Getty
The star is enjoying the fun-filled trip with a group of her pals, with the holiday to promote her brand, Kylie Cosmetics.
In a recent TikTok video, she was spotted sporting a diamond ring on her little finger, which several fans were convinced was actually an engagement ring.
One user wrote: “It HAS to be an engagement ring because it’s too big to be fitted for her pinky.”
“Mrs. Chalamet has never looked this beautiful. A touch of happiness made her glow,” noted a second.
The couple have been dating since 2023 and she’s showed up as the proud girlfriend as she accompanied him to the various award shows during award season.
I’ve been on a number of cruises with various companies, but always get surprised with one dress code gets ignored
I love going on cruises but one thing always surprises me about formal dress codes(Image: StockPlanets via Getty Images)
Having discovered my passion for cruising last year, I’ve now embarked on quite a few voyages with a range of different companies. There’s something truly special about drifting off to sleep and waking up in an entirely new destination, all without the stress of airports and flying. The onboard entertainment and activities are second to none, and formal nights are without doubt my personal highlight.
Formal night is a prestigious occasion, typically held on the second-to-last evening of shorter sailings, where passengers are invited to don their finest, elegant or formal attire. Gentlemen generally opt for suits, while ladies tend to choose cocktail dresses, evening gowns or other sophisticated ensembles.
The evening usually features an enhanced dining experience, the chance to have professional photographs taken, and specially curated entertainment.
While dress codes vary among cruise lines, the occasion is designed to deliver a truly unforgettable, glamorous atmosphere, giving guests the opportunity to revel in the timeless seafaring tradition of dressing up.
On a week-long cruise, you may even be treated to two formal evenings.
Naturally, those who’d rather not participate are perfectly welcome to dine at other restaurants or visit the buffet in their everyday casual attire.
However, during my most recent cruise, I was taken aback to spot guests turning up to the main formal restaurant dressed entirely casually.
While the vast majority of passengers respected the dress code and arrived smartly dressed, a handful turned up in shorts, T-shirts and flip-flops.
Some even in short dresses that were not appropriate for this evening.
I found this rather surprising, given that the dress code had been clearly communicated in advance and was designed to create a special atmosphere for everybody on board.
I personally relish formal evenings as dressing up isn’t something that features heavily in my day-to-day life, so it was disappointing that not all guests adhered to the rules.
While other cruise lines may enforce their policies more rigorously, I feel the one I sailed with could have done considerably more to uphold the dress code.
It was a similar story on my cruise the previous year, when a number of guests turned up at the main dining room on formal night without the appropriate attire.