The Nautical Look: Trend or Staple?

written by Lindsay North on Mon, May 26, 2008

Every year at around this time I see four or five articles exclaiming over the nautical trend of this summer. It’s hard not to think beachy, oceanic thoughts when the weather is warm and sunny out and the summer holidays are fast approaching … but I repeat, I see this every year—so at what point does a trend became a wardrobe staple that simply goes into hibernation for a few months out of the year?

This isn’t to say that there is a lack of innovation in the nautical look (though there will undoubtedly be about a dozen incarnations of the navy and white horizontal stripe top, not to mention the sailor pant).

So, what are the new themes for this season? There is a lot of sea creature inspired jewelry (see here here and here), and quite a bit of rope detailing (have a look at these Tory Burch Rope detailed flats and this St John sweater with rope and grommet detailing).

The nautical look isn’t tired, not just yet– but it has moved beyond trend status. I think it’s safe to say that nautical is a wardrobe staple that is here to stay—it just moves south to the tropics at the first sign of autumn.

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12 Responses to “The Nautical Look: Trend or Staple?”

Nousha.com Says:
May 27th, 2008 at 12:12 am

I don’t know if I will ever go for the nautical look.
That reminds me too much of the dresses my mum forced me to wear when I was little.

Kelsey Says:
May 27th, 2008 at 3:28 am

It’s a staple. It’s more popular some years than others, but it’s something we see yearly.

New Found Lust Says:
May 27th, 2008 at 4:47 am

The nautical concept is a staple but how it is reinterpreted each season is where the trends are applied.

Naomi Says:
May 27th, 2008 at 9:44 am

i love the nautical look! def. a staple!

Ikechukwu Says:
May 27th, 2008 at 6:28 pm

I definitely agree with you in that the nautical look experiences a hibernation. In that regard, I guess now we can say it is a fashion staple. Let’s just hope it manages to reinvent itself season after season so as to avoid acquiring a humdrum status.

Alexandreena Says:
May 27th, 2008 at 6:37 pm

Definitely a staple. I own tonnes of the navy and white horizontal stripe t-shirts and have been wearing them my entire life.

Trend de la Creme Says:
May 31st, 2008 at 1:08 am

Cute when I was a little girl. Not sure how I feel about this look on adults.

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Nousha.com Says:
May 27th, 2008 at 12:12 am
I don’t know if I will ever go for the nautical look.
That reminds me too much of the dresses my mum forced me to wear when I was little.
Kelsey Says:
May 27th, 2008 at 3:28 am

It’s a staple. It’s more popular some years than others, but it’s something we see yearly.
New Found Lust Says:
May 27th, 2008 at 4:47 am

The nautical concept is a staple but how it is reinterpreted each season is where the trends are applied.
Naomi Says:
May 27th, 2008 at 9:44 am

i love the nautical look! def. a staple!
Ikechukwu Says:
May 27th, 2008 at 6:28 pm

I definitely agree with you in that the nautical look experiences a hibernation. In that regard, I guess now we can say it is a fashion staple. Let’s just hope it manages to reinvent itself season after season so as to avoid acquiring a humdrum status.
Alexandreena Says:
May 27th, 2008 at 6:37 pm

Definitely a staple. I own tonnes of the navy and white horizontal stripe t-shirts and have been wearing them my entire life.
Trend de la Creme Says:
May 31st, 2008 at 1:08 am

Cute when I was a little girl. Not sure how I feel about this look on adults.

Shopping - I’m Not Obsesssed » Weekly Web Snob Links says:

30th May 2008 at 4:33 pm

[...] 55 Secret Street indulges in Comfort Creams & Candles. A Few Goody GumDrops tells us that mousse is not just a dessert! It’s a beauty secret for summer that you won’t want to miss! Stiletto Jungle has 6 ways to refresh on a hot summer day. All About the Pretty may have to buy her own bottle of Annick Goutal’s Le Jasmin. Bag Bliss: Help the fight against ovarian cancer! Bag Snob attends the event of the year: Sex and The City Movie Premiere! Beauty Snob loves the sexy make up from Kat Von D! Calculatus Eliminatus gives the lowdown on men’s sandals for the coming days at the beach. Coquette falls for the perfect white dress. Debutante Clothing gives a nod toCarrie Bradshaw - vintage style. Fashion Indie’s Ten Reasons to Skip Sex and The City. Fashion, Evolved talks to Damali Ayo, the designer of a brand new line of sustainable fashions called CROW Clothing. Fashiontribes takes a stroll in the new Patricia Field for Payless sexy summer collection. KRiSTOPHER goes cheap and chic. Ladybrille interviews sports legend about Sports Apparel Manufacturing in Africa My Fashion Life asks is the nautical look a trend or a staple? Are clothes getting less expensive? Papierblog takes a look. Quinta Trends begins a new interviews series with Latin-Americans designers Second City Style has figured out why celebs are doing it up bright and has tips how to pull this look of yourself! Shrimpton Couture spots vintage on one of the Sex And The City girls . [...]
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30th May 2008 at 9:34 pm

[...] 55 Secret Street indulges in Comfort Creams & Candles. A Few Goody GumDrops tells us that mousse is not just a dessert! Stiletto Jungle has 6 ways to refresh on a hot summer day. All About the Pretty may have to buy her own bottle of Annick Goutal’s Le Jasmin. Bag Bliss: Help the fight against ovarian cancer! Bag Snob attends the event of the year: Sex and The City Movie Premiere! Beauty Snob loves the sexy make up from Kat Von D! Calculatus Eliminatus gives the lowdown on men’s sandals for the coming days at the beach. Coquette falls for the perfect white dress. Debutante Clothing gives a nod toCarrie Bradshaw - vintage style. Fashion Indie’s Ten Reasons to Skip Sex and The City. Fashion, Evolved talks to Damali Ayo, the designer of a brand new line of sustainable fashions called CROW Clothing. Fashiontribes takes a stroll in the new Patricia Field for Payless sexy summer collection. I’m Not Obsessed shows you 6 feminine dresses for under $100. KRiSTOPHER goes cheap and chic. Ladybrille interviews sports legend about Sports Apparel Manufacturing in Africa My Fashion Life asks is the nautical look a trend or a staple? Are clothes getting less expensive? Papierblog takes a look. Quinta Trends begins a new interviews series with Latin-Americans designers Second City Style has figured out why celebs are doing it up bright and has tips how to pull this look of yourself! Shrimpton Couture spots vintage on one of the Sex And The City girls . StyleBakery.com is crazy about color this summer. Stylehive’s Next Big Thing: Salvadoran Designer Eugenio Menjívar’s rECOlector Lamps Stylenotes nabs an interview with the fabulous Toni Hacker of Hayden-Harnett SugarShock Beauty reveals what may be lurking in your shower. Sxy Fashion Queen analyzes Victoria Beckham’s style. The Coveted’s finds comfy strapless bras for all sizes The Fashionable Housewife finds several practical and stylish hats to protect your face from harmful rays. The Organic Beauty Expert gives the lowdown on the newest online retailer on her Fave list! The Shoe Goddess shares her take on Jimmy Choo sandals featured in Sex and the City. V-Style shows you how to accessorize Betsey Johnson’s Twist on the Little Black Dress. Tags: websnobShare This Related StoriesWeekly WebSnob: New Year Edition - January 4th, 2008Weekly WebSnob: January 11, 2008Weekly WebSnob: April 18, 2007Beauty Beat: A Healthy BodyBack to the WebSnobs: March 21, 2008 [...]
beauty duty 5/30/08 - SugarShock says:

30th May 2008 at 10:04 pm

[...] beauty duty 5/30/08 Here's this week's web snob round-up of the best beauty and fashion links on the web:55 Secret Street indulges in Comfort Creams & Candles. A Few Goody GumDrops tells us that mousse is not just a dessert! It's a beauty secret for summer that you won't want to miss! Stiletto Jungle has 6 ways to refresh on a hot summer day. All About the Pretty may have to buy her own bottle of Annick Goutal’s Le Jasmin. Bag Bliss: Help the fight against ovarian cancer! Bag Snob attends the event of the year: Sex and The City Movie Premiere! Beauty Snob loves the sexy make up from Kat Von D! Calculatus Eliminatus gives the lowdown on men's sandals for the coming days at the beach. Coquette falls for the perfect white dress. Debutante Clothing gives a nod toCarrie Bradshaw - vintage style. Fashion Indie's Ten Reasons to Skip Sex and The City. Fashion, Evolved talks to Damali Ayo, the designer of a brand new line of sustainable fashions called CROW Clothing. Fashiontribes takes a stroll in the new Patricia Field for Payless sexy summer collection. I'm Not Obsessed shows you 6 feminine dresses for under $100. KRiSTOPHER goes cheap and chic. Ladybrille interviews sports legend about Sports Apparel Manufacturing in Africa.My Fashion Life asks is the nautical look a trend or a staple? Are clothes getting less expensive? Papierblog takes a look. Quinta Trends begins a new interviews series with Latin-Americans designers.Second City Style has figured out why celebs are doing it up bright and has tips how to pull this look of yourself! Shrimpton Couture spots vintage on one of the Sex And The City girls . StyleBakery.com is crazy about color this summer. Stylehive's Next Big Thing: Salvadoran Designer Eugenio Menjívar’s rECOlector Lamps.Stylenotes nabs an interview with the fabulous Toni Hacker of Hayden-Harnett, an NYC brand known for their amazing prints, cool clothes, and luxe leather handbags. Sxy Fashion QueenanalyzesVictoria Beckham’s style. The Coveted's findscomfy strapless bras for all sizes The Fashionable Housewife finds several practical and stylish hats to protect your face from harmful rays. Organic beauty products AND a free summer bag? The Organic Beauty Expert gives the lowdown on the newest online retailer on her Fave list!The Shoe Goddess shares her take on Jimmy Choo sandals featured in Sex and the City. V-Style shows you how to accessorize Betsey Johnson's Twist on the Little Black Dress. eBeautyDaily tries the roll on peel kit from Skin Amnesty. [...]
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1st June 2008 at 11:19 am

[...] Il nautical look è di tendenza? - MyFashionLife [...]
Nautical Jewelry: A Summer Staple | CharmingChick.com says:

10th June 2008 at 9:35 pm

[...] Looking for nautical clothing to accompany your jewelry? Check out MyFashionLife.com for celeb nautical styles and more. [...]

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