Expected Standards of Appearance for Cruise Ship Crew

Crew Members directly represent the Cruise Line, and therefore must convey a professional image through grooming, attire and personal hygiene at all times.

The following guide sets out expectations for each Crew Member:

Uniform

• The correct uniform must be worn, and kept clean, pressed and in a suitable condition.
• Shoes must be clean, polished and in good repair. Laces properly tied.
• Uniforms must not be worn off Duty.
• Crew Members will be charged for replacing misplaced uniform.

Personal Hygiene

• Good personal hygiene is vital when dealing with Passengers and fellow Crew.
• Daily showering and continual use of deodorants as required.
• Good oral hygiene, including use of breath fresheners as required.
• Perfumes and aftershaves should be worn sparingly, never overbearing.

Finger Nails

• Finger nails must be kept neatly cut and clean at all times.
• Female Crew Members may wear natural coloured polish which compliments a professional image.

Hair

• Hair must be kept clean and tidy at all times.
• Hair styles should be suitable for a professional image.
• Extreme styles and colouring are not permitted.
• Male Crew Members must not allow hair to grow longer than shirt collar.

Wigs and Hairpieces

• Wigs, Hairpieces and Extensions are not permitted – unless permission has been granted to wear for medical reasons.

Facial Hair

• Male Crew Members may have well groomed beards, moustaches and goatees.
• Full beards are not permitted for Service Staff.

Jewellery

• Jewellery may be worn but must be minimal and conservative.
• One ring per finger is permitted.

Watches

• Watches may be worn, but must be of a tasteful design.

Make Up

• Female Crew Members are encouraged to wear conservative make-up, especially lipstick, to enhance a well-groomed professional image.

Piercings

• Female Crew Members are permitted to wear one discrete earring in each ear.
• Male Crew Members are not permitted to wear earrings.
• Other than earlobes, no other visible body part may display piercings.

Tattoos

• Tattoos must not be visible on or off Duty.

Sunglasses

• Sunglasses may only be worn if necessary for safety – ie to protect from glare from water etc.