Some, herself included, are minimalists. It makes life a lot simpler. It's important to them to be dressed correctly. Gone are the days when themed and formal nights were an integral part of every cruise and passengers were expected to dress accordingly. The cruise lines are finding that more and more people do not want to dress up.
Today there are more personal-choice dining options and more dress options.
The reality is, even if you're the type that never wants to dress up, you can find a cruise. Many ships now have alternate dining venues, including casual venues. So if it's a formal night and you don't feel like getting dressed up, you can go to the casual venue. Alternatively, she says, some ships have added fancier restaurants for those who prefer more dressy evenings. Themed nights have changed as well.