For Women: Sundresses, maxi dresses, or casual dresses Shorts or capris with blouses or nice tops Casual pants or skirts with comfortable tops Sandals, flats, or casual shoes For Men: Khakis, chinos, or casual pants Collared shirts, polos, or nice t-shirts Shorts (knee-length, not athletic) Boat shoes, loafers, or casual shoes Where it applies: Buffet restaurants Pool areas and deck activities Daytime entertainment Casual dining venues What to avoid: Swimwear outside pool areas Athletic wear (unless at gym) Ripped or overly distressed clothing Flip-flops in restaurants Smart Casual / Country Club Casual What it means: A step up from casualpolished and put-together without being formal
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Maddy Alford is the Fashion Editor at Cosmopolitan UK and Women's Health UK, covering fashion content online and in print
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