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Tuesday Trend: Nautical Stripes

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I have been a fan of nautical since before nautical was nautical.  While it may not be quite as obvious as florals for spring, this is one trend that is “in” every year.  However, unless it is Halloween or you are under the age of five (I am two in this photo) head to toe nautical can be hard to pull off and often looks cotume-y. That said, I know some amazing fashion bloggers who would have no problem making a pinstripe look effortlessly chic, but I know that if I walked into my office, or even arrived at brunch with friends, in one of these ensembles people would burst into laughter. 

I had this post scheduled for the first week in July – yes, I do have posts scheduled that far out – but it got bumped up significantly when, on Saturday night, I was invited to a dinner party at a family friend’s house.  Walking into the not so humble abode for a first time in a while I remembered the tour of the house I received on my initial visit and the adorable nautical bedroom.  This bedroom belongs to the couples only son and the inspiration for the room, I assume, came from his four years rowing Ivy League crew. During the few minutes between cocktail hour and dinner I actually snuck back in to snap a few photos because I knew I wanted to share this amazing decor with you. Take a look at this room: 



It was these simple and strategically placed sea worthy touches that convinced me to bump up this post. As I mentioned before I love to accessorize with these bold stripes every time the weather gets warm and I suggest incorporating them to your spring wardrobe through with nautical accents.  There are so many charming bags, shoes, and bits of home decor that I wish were part of my life right now, but these are my top nine: 

What do you think of nautical pieces? 
Will you be accessorizing with them this spring? 
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  23. wore out says

    Growing up on the coast nautical fashion is a part… actually more of a way of life, so I love this post! I would love to pair those Zara loafers with crisp white skinny jeans and a denim shirt or floral tank!

  24. Sofia Donatelli says

    Love anything nautical! What great decorating ideas.

    If you get a sec, please check out my latest post ‘Falling for Flowy’.

    Sofia

    stylishlyinlove.blogspot.com

  35. Forever Fashion says

    There’s something about the sailoresque vibe that I love!! Idk if it’s the sea or the stripes but I love it!!
    Everything is so cute!! I would love those pillows in my house and the bags are super chic!

    fashionqueen294.blogspot.com

  36. Jackie l Food.Wine.Fashion says

    I am right there with you — obsessed with nautical! My husband makes fun of me every time I reach for yet another blue and white striped piece of clothing!

    PS That is the CUTEST picture of you as a little girl!

    xo Jackie

  39. Allie Marino says

    I loveee those nautical wedges anddd the rope bracelet andddddddddd the bags! So cute, you are making me anxious for summer and we havent even really gotten into spring yet in Boston lol. Such a cute baby pic by the way I love it 🙂

    Allie
    Bellasandra

  41. Michael says

    I REALLY want that bracelet!! I too have loved nautical since… forever! It’s just so clean, chic and timeless. It tells me summer is here

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