Hello Buoys! How to do nautical vintage
One of the reasons so many of us enjoy vintage is the idea of us stepping into a different character in a different world. Although the highstreet is making vintage replicas non stop at the moment, there is nothing like an authentic dress to get you excited.
The clothes you choose to wear should uplift your spirits, especially when its 8am and you are battling to get onto the Central Line. Nautical Vintage does just this. It is the perfect escapism from the drib and drab of ordinary wardrobes. Suddenly you are no longer mixing in with the rest, you’re decked out for a perfect day at sea. Emma Humphrey got into the sailor mood for us.
Nautical fashion itself is rumoured to have started as far back as 1846 when people wore it out of respect for the Navy and it does the rounds every season. The good thing about the nautical theme is that there is something for everyone. If you’re more in tuned to wearing trousers, grab some wide legged navy trousers.
Or if you are strictly a dresses-only vintage gal there’s always a large selection to choose from and it doesn’t have to be stripey. Polka dots are also seen on nautical items and are more flattering on the figure.
Whenever you step into a vintage shop you can always guarantee there is going to be one or two nautical items. Knitted jumpers with anchors on, striped T-shirts and dresses with a classic white turned collar are among a few that will get your pulses racing.
Beyond Retro has some amazing nautical finds at the moment. A favourite of mine was a navy cropped jacket with gold brass buttons and a gold rope detail on the end of the sleeves for only £30. It’s perfect for adding a touch of nautical to any outfit.
To wear head to toe nautical you need to be careful you don’t over do the theme to the point of fancy dress. Dresses are great for this as they are not too much but keep you in character just enough.
I found an authentic navy sailor dress with cream and gold buttons in Beyond Retro which would be brilliant for a day to night nautical transformation.
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I’m a Navy wife so I especialy love nautical looks. I just love vintage dresses, & blouses with sailor collars. Or anything nautical themed paired with red heels or ballet flats. big red bows, stripes, gold anchor broches Very classic!