Nautical fashion is making a splash this summer. With luxury brands like Prada and Miu Miu leading the trend, the spring 2025 runways were filled with stylish updates on classic maritime looks. The secret to pulling off sailor-inspired pieces without looking costume-y is all in the styling. Timeless staples like a well-fitted striped tee, worn-in boat shoes, or a cozy fisherman sweater pair perfectly with summer’s other must-haves, like lace-trimmed slips or board shorts.

Nautical Fashion Essentials:
– The Striped Shirt: Buck Mason Catalina breton tee, $128
– The Boat Shoe: Miu Miu canvas & leather boat shoes, $995
– The Fisherman Sweater: Dôen Withrowe sweater, $498
– The Mini Dress: J.Crew Maxine sailor-stripe dress, $168
– The Sailor Pants: Proenza Schouler Oliver pants, $1,290
– The Raincoat: Totême organic cotton-blend jacket, $690
– The Rope Detail: Dorsey James bezel paracord necklace, $395

Like many Sex and the City fans who moved to New York, I expected to stumble upon Fleet Week at some point (remember that episode?). Unlike Carrie and Charlotte, I’ve yet to meet a sailor in the city—maybe that’s for the best, since the best nautical style often happens far from the water. Here’s how to wear it right.

### The Striped Shirt
Give a classic mariner tee a playful twist with a pleated skirt, sleek heels, and a mermaid-inspired bag.
– Buck Mason Catalina breton tee, $128
– Zara pleated midi skirt, $60
– Totême kitten heel slingback sandals, $384
– J.Crew handwoven metallic tote, $118

More striped tees:
– Kule The Boyfriend shirt, $148
– Everlane The Mariner tee, $78

### The Boat Shoe
Boat shoes and board shorts are a match made in Miuccia Prada’s vision of summer. Pair them with a striped polo and a straw tote.
– Aeyde Harris leather boat shoes, $445
– Mango striped polo-neck sweatshirt, $90
– J.Crew summerweight nylon shorts, $168
– Khaite medium lotus tote, $1,650

More boat shoes:
– Reformation Fia boat loafer, $198
– Miu Miu canvas & leather boat shoes, $995

### The Fisherman Sweater
Balance the bulk of a chunky knit with a delicate lace-trimmed slip dress. Rope sandals and a matching bracelet add a nautical touch.
– Bottega Veneta Aran cable wool jumper, $2,200
– Róhe tie-back silk maxi dress, $1,180
– Prada leather and cord sandals, $995
– Chan Luu Vanya leather wrap bracelet, $175

More fisherman knits:
– Goop modern cable knit, $595
– Dôen Withrowe sweater, $498

### The Sailor Dress
A sweet sailor dress needs little extra styling. Fisherman sandals, Prada’s rope bag, and oversized sunglasses complete the look.
– Dôen Monroe striped mini dress, $250
– Banana Republic fisherman sandals, $200
– Prada Noué macramé bag, $1,990
– Miu Miu plastic shield sunglasses, $607

More sailor dresses:
– Frame denim sailor dress, $398
– J.Crew Maxine sailor-stripe dress, $168

### The Sailor Pants
Proenza Schouler’s modern sailor pants look great with a crisp white tank, chunky sandals, and a beaded necklace for beachy vibes.
– Proenza Schouler Oliver pants, $1,290
– Nili Lotan Wrenley sweater tank, $340
– Éliou August necklace, $200
– Madewell Eleni ankle-wrap sandals, $128

More sailor pants:
– A.L.C. Lucas pants, $595
– Bode linen sailor trousers, $890

### The Raincoat
Make a statement by pairing a bold yellow anorak with a silky slip dress and studded loafers—perfect for unpredictable weather.
– Prada lightweight re-nylon rain jacket, $2,150
– Massimo Dutti linen sleeveless dress, $200
– Bally Pathy studded loafers, $1,100
– Wolford monofil socks, $35

More anoraks:
– H&M water-repellent anorak, $75
– Totême organic cotton-blend jacket, $690

### The Rope Detail
Keep it sleek with a minimalist look—style Dorsey’s nautical paracord necklace with effortless ease.Here’s a more natural and fluent version of your text:

Outfit Idea:
– Maxi dress
– Mesh ballet flats
– Lightweight button-down shirt tied at the waist

Featured Pieces:
– Dorsey James Bezel Paracord Necklace – $395 (Dorsey)
– Leset Margo Maxi Dress – $180 (SSENSE, FWRD) or $150 (Leset)
– Matteau Striped Cotton-Poplin Shirt – $400 (Net-a-Porter)
– Mango Soft Mesh Shoes – $90 (Mango)

More Rope Bracelets:
– Prada Braided Nappa Leather Bracelet – $460 (Prada, Saks Fifth Avenue)
– Gucci Marina Chain Fabric Bracelet – $380 (Gucci)

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