Sophisticated Nautical Style: Ditch the Kitch

Sophisticated Nautical Style: Ditch the KitchNautical-inspired fashion is nothing new. Ever since Coco Chanel dared to embrace French sailors’ traditional blue and white stripes and reinvent them in her trademark Coco Chanel striped style, women everywhere have found that the crisp pairing of blue and white, black and white and even red and white is something of a palate cleanser after sober winter hues. The key to success with sophisticated nautical style is simply to refrain from overdoing the theme.

Here are some of my top nautical fashion picks, each of which allude to a seafaring history (without a multitude of anchors). Perfect for work, dinner, or an evening out. Ahoy mates. Spring really is just ahead!

  • Dress Sailing (35 EUR – welikefashion.com)
  • Pin Up Style Candy Stripe Heels – White/Black ($32 – retrocuties.com)
  • Charriol ‘Nautical Cable’ Hoop Earrings ($575 – nordstrom.com)
  • kate spade new york “Come Up Smiling” Bangle ($48 – bloomingdales.com)
  • Amazon.com: 2-tone Designer-Inspired Chunky Chain Necklace – 18″ ($40 – amazon.com)

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Susan Said… WHAT?! is your guide to a life filled with style. From must-have fashion and accessories, to gorgeous gardens and gardening tips, stunning interiors and DIY projects, plus the latest ideas and essential products for parties, weddings, and events of all kinds. Susan Conforte McNeill is an author, entrepreneur, and co-founder of the literacy organization Success Won’t Wait! Susan Said…WHAT?! was named one of the Top 50 Beauty Blogs in the World by RebateZone.

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