Celebrities vacation on a whole different level, and that’s one of the reasons they’re so fun to follow. Some of us may only dream of extravagant stays in the south of France or Mykonos, from lavish accommodation to an exclusive way of traveling – whether by air, land or sea. And when it comes to the latter, a regular boat just won’t do. Many high-end people love to cruise on a luxury yacht. In such cases, standard sailing attire is often abandoned in favor of a fashionable look (where is the joy in practicality?). Some of the most ambitious celebrity yachting outfits range from runway gowns to matching swimsuit and beachwear ensembles, but they always have one thing in common: a sense of luxury.
Yachts have been the preferred mode of travel for the wealthy for decades. The appeal lies not only in the remoteness and inherent sense of privacy, but also in the fact that traveling on a private yacht allows them to enjoy an adventure on the water while also enjoying five-star treatment – and that experience includes wearing whatever they like to want. Stars like Beyoncé, Lori Harvey and Kendall Jenner are among the fashionable stars turning their yacht cruises into their own runways and rocking glamorous looks from head to toe – just look to the history of Cannes’ vacation style for some chic examples.
We’ve rounded up some of our favorite celebrity yachting outfits from the past few years to inspire you. And no, you don’t have to wait for an invitation to a yacht party to try out similar styles. From newfangled takes on conventional nautical style (think white or classic stripes) to floor-length gowns, these looks will also work for any number of elegant occasions you may have planned.
Kendall Jenner
Jenner’s fluffy green Bottega Veneta dress may seem like an unlikely choice to wear on the water, but let’s be candid, fashion doesn’t have to be practical. When you’re a supermodel, wearing a gown straight off the runway while cruising the Mediterranean seems completely normal.
Kylie Jenner
During a sister trip to Mallorca with Kendall, the Khy founder posed in a Danae dress by Paris Georgia. The concrete-colored jersey dress has ruffles at the hips that create a dramatically curvy silhouette.
Beyonce
Beach suits, but at night – that was the atmosphere Cowboy Carter the appearance of the singer’s yacht during a trip to Miami. Her metallic top and skirt were made by Italian swimwear brand Oséree.
Sydney Sweeney
What to wear while sailing in Ibiza? Well, if you’re Sydney Sweeney, wear a Miu Miu halter top, warm shorts, and of course, knee-high thong boots.
Kim Kardashian
Even on a boat, the bathroom provides the perfect opportunity for Kim Kardashian to capture her OOTD. And her see-through black dress with a turtleneck and a spectacular cut on the hips definitely deserved a petite photo session.
Hailey Bieber
Hailey Bieber opted for a casual and classic nautical look during her vacation in the south of France. In a red, miniature, striped sweater and denim mini skirt, she was the epitome of laid-back boat chic.
Lori Harvey
During a trip to Europe last year, the model opted for a full Jacquemus look. Her distressed orange mini dress and raffia bucket hat looked like a classic vacation look, but with a fashionable twist.
Sofia Richie Grainge
Best known for her “peaceful luxury” style, the newlywed wore a knitted dress and a Chanel bag while on a cruise to the south of France.
Emily Ratajkowski
The supermodel and swimwear brand founder feels most at home in a bikini on the beach, so what else could she do this Memorial Day weekend? Her fun swimsuit and form-fitting boxer shorts (featured vintage underwear ads) were from a sustainable British brand Fruity swag and all together retail for about $160.
Nicola Peltz Beckham
Something about nautical seems to evoke a sleek, monochromatic white ensemble. And that’s exactly what the rising actress decided to wear while on a cruise to Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, with husband Brooklyn Beckham and friend Selena Gomez.
