Picture yourself crossing the Atlantic in style, surrounded by couture and camaraderie. Cunard’s Transatlantic Fashion Week voyage transforms the legendary Queen Mary 2 into a floating fashion capital, blending runway glamour with ocean liner elegance. Departing New York on 31 October 2025 and arriving in Southampton on 7 November 2025, this week-long celebration offers immersive experiences that elevate a traditional crossing into a high-fashion affair.
Imagine a bespoke catwalk set against endless ocean vistas—this is the heart of the voyage. Cunard’s iconic Queens Room, with its sweeping chandeliers and sweeping vistas, becomes a studio for Christian Siriano’s first-ever at-sea runway show. Guests line both sides of the polished deck, cameras poised, as models strut in nautical-themed creations exclusively designed for Cunard. It’s a spectacle that marries classic transatlantic tradition with modern couture, ensuring every glance ashore is as memorable as the garments themselves.
This sailing unites design legends under one gilded roof. Christian Siriano, a CFDA award-winner and TIME100 honoree, delves into his 16-year archive to showcase landmark looks, culminating in a seafaring gown inspired by the swell of the Atlantic. Bob Mackie, whose dazzling costumes have graced Cher and Madonna, presents archival masterpieces and offers a rare auction of sketches. Both designers host intimate Q&As in the Royal Court Theatre, giving you front-row access to their creative processes and anecdotes from red-carpet triumphs.
Supermodel Coco Rocha, renowned for pioneering “model camps,” helms the very first Coco Rocha Model Camp at sea. Over a series of hands-on workshops, she teaches dynamic posing techniques that have defined two decades of editorial work. Pairing perfectly with these sessions, journalist Dana Thomas and creative director James Aguiar curate industry panels that explore fashion’s future—covering topics from sustainable couture to digital avatars. It’s an insider’s programme that parallels Oceania’s culinary masterclasses and Holland America’s Artist Discovery panels in its depth and interactivity.
Transatlantic Fashion Week is as much about heritage as haute couture. Cunard weaves maritime rituals into every event—from a formal Black Tie Gala in the Meridian Bar to an elegant afternoon tea featuring canapés inspired by London’s Mayfair boutiques. While other lines might offer pop-up art exhibits or wine-tasting events, Cunard’s fusion of high culture and nautical nostalgia creates a seamless narrative, honouring both the ocean’s romance and fashion’s transformative power.
Queen Mary 2’s stately design and storied history make her an unparalleled stage for Transatlantic Fashion Week. With expansive public rooms, sweeping promenades and grand theatres, she exudes a grandeur that few liners can match. These spaces, coupled with refined service and attention to detail, ensure fashion aficionados experience both comfort and couture without compromise.
Boarding QM2 feels like stepping into another era of glamour. Her grand foyers, marble‐topped bars and the famed Grand Lobby provide sweeping backdrops for evening soirées. The Art Deco flourishes and polished wood panelling evoke 1930s elegance, while modern amenities guarantee you encounter red-carpet levels of luxury at every turn. It’s a venue that honours tradition even as it embraces contemporary design.
Beyond the Queens Room, the ship’s multiple theatres and lounges become dynamic venues for runway previews, film screenings and pop-up boutiques. Imagine cascading displays of Siriano’s nautical-inspired dresses in the Chart Room or Mackie’s sequined pieces set against the panoramic windows of the Commodore Club. Each area offers a new perspective on the collections, encouraging you to discover fashion in unexpected corners of the ship.
Your stateroom is more than a retreat—it’s a personalised backstage. Upgrade to a Princess Grill Suite for exclusive meet-and-greet sessions or choose a Britannia Club balcony stateroom to practise runway walks on your private veranda at dawn. The attentive service brings sparkling rose or non-alcoholic mocktails to your door, setting the tone for styling consultations and late-night sketching sessions in plush surroundings.
Cunard’s culinary team collaborates with designers to craft menus that celebrate fashion and flavour. Think “Haute Couture High Tea” with pastel macarons echoing runway palettes, or a Noir Gala Dinner where black-tie elegance meets noir-themed cocktails. These carefully curated experiences echo Silversea’s art-and-wine festivals and Regent’s immersive themed cruises, yet retain a distinctly ocean-liner soul.
Before you book your cabin, take a moment to explore all available departures, stateroom categories and exclusive early-booking bonuses with our user-friendly Cruise Finder. Filter by cabin type, departure date or event highlights to ensure you secure the perfect spot for your fashion odyssey.
Planning ahead not only guarantees your preferred stateroom—be it a forward-facing balcony for sunrise styling sessions or a suite steps from the Queens Room—but also unlocks special offers like signature beverage packages and Mariner Society loyalty credits.
Transatlantic Fashion Week on Queen Mary 2 is more than a cruise; it’s a couture celebration at sea, where every thread, silhouette and sunset converges into an unforgettable journey. From Christian Siriano’s bespoke nautical gown to Coco Rocha’s modelling masterclasses, you’ll be immersed in creativity from deck to dining table.
Ready to reserve your place amidst fashion royalty and oceanic splendour? Contact our cruise specialists and let us tailor every detail—from the ideal stateroom to curated event access—so your 2025 voyage becomes a signature statement of style.