Shop the Trend: Nautical

By Chrissy Rutherford 06/29/11 at 05:05 PM

The silk and gold cuff is the grown up version of the braided rope bracelet. Add just a touch of nautical with your accessories. Aurelie Bidermann Do Brazil Braided Cuff, $290; kirnazabete.com
A canvas beach tote is fine for some occasions, but a party? Try this gorgeous leather weave bag with blue panels instead. Diane von Furstenberg Penny Leather Wave Bag, $436; matchesfashion.com
Get into the nautical spirit without donning blue and white stripes. Black coral detailing is a look anyone can wear. Elizabeth and James Enamel Coral Earrings, $95; shopbop.com
The espadrille gets a nautical makeover. Show off these ankle-wrap wedges with a midi-length skirt or sundress. Sardinia Wedge Espadrilles, $118; jcrew.com
Fallon's charm bracelet is like a treasure trove of jewels and baubles combined into one piece. Fallon Nautical Spiked Charm Bracelet, $600; charmandchain.com
You can't go wrong with a simple anchor necklace. It's a classic. Giles & Brother Sterling Silver Anchor Necklace, $155; net-a-porter.com
A boat shoe is a must in summer--even if you're miles from sea. This two-tone pair is ideal for a weekend barbecue. Hunter Two-Tone Slip-On Boat Shoes, $150; saks.com
Work the sailor pant into your wardrobe with a pair of heels and a black blouse. Level 99 Tradewinds Trousers, $98; anthropologie.com
How better to show your sailing chops than with a striped bikini? Madewell Skinny-Stripe String Bikini, $46 (top), $44 (bottom); madewell.com
These chic sailor shorts can pull double duty; pair them with heels and a cool top for the city, or espadrilles and a buttondown for your perfect vacation look. Milly Sailor Shorts, $215; net-a-porter.com
Stripes can be sexy. This knit skirt will help show off your (hopefully fake) tan. Reiss Billie Skirt, $57; reissonline.com
Saint James makes the quintessential sea-worthy shirt. Pair with skinny jeans and bright ballet flats, or cut off shorts and wedges. Saint James Meridien II T-Shirt, $95; lagarconne.com
These navy and white wedges are the perfect anchor to a floaty sundress. Tory Burch Stretch Canvas Wedge, $175; saks.com

The breeze is hot, the water is even hotter, and we’re about to get our stripes on. It’s the time of year when all things nautical seem to be almost a required part of your wardrobe—whether you’re stuck in the city or headed to the beach.

From chic leather bags and fun jewelry to sailor pants and wedges, there are easy ways to incorporate the trend into your look. Check out our favorite pieces, and with even more choices just below.

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