Outfits Under $100: Nautical Inspirations
Photo Credits: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6
The nautical trend is back this spring, so I decided to compile a few budget-friendly outfits to help reintroduce you to the fabulous world of sailor-inspired ensembles. This season, this trend is all about the classic blue-and-white stripe combo, as well as nautical accessories. Here are three nautical looks, each totaling under $100!
Outfit 1: Classic Nautical
For this outfit, we are taking the blue-and-white stripe combo and pairing it with gold-toned accessories. In my opinion, the contrast between navy and gold is more classic than navy and silver, but to each her own! If you aren’t sure how to wear the nautical trend, this look is a classic, “safe” approach. Plus, tops such as the one I’ve chosen to feature can be worn a number of ways for wardrobe versatility.
Product Information: Top- Forever 21, Jeans- American Eagle, Hair Clips- Forever 21, Sandals- Electrique Boutique, Ring- Miss Selfridge
Option 2: Conservative Meets Girly Meets Sailor
This outfit is for those of you who prefer a more refined, polished look. This outfit is a good way to incorporate the nautical trend while still remaining work-appropriate. This outfit could transition into a going out outfit if you added a red clutch (for sass) and pumps.
Product Information: Dress- Forever 21, Earrings- ASOS, Flats- Modcloth, Lipstick- Revlon
Option 3: Nautical Accessories
If you aren’t keen on rocking a head-t0-toe nautical look, here is a basic outfit that only features nautical accessories. Stores are carrying everything from anchor necklaces to red-and-white striped bangles right now, so there’s definitely something for everyone!
Product Information: Headband- Delias, White T-shirt- Forever 21, Necklace- Modcloth, Sandals- Old Navy, Shorts- Old Navy
More Nautical Fashion
If you want more on the nautical trend, Elle magazine has a really cute compilation of a this season’s best nautical accessories. Check out the article here!
A Penny for Your Thoughts…
What do you think about the nautical trend? Yay or nay? Which one of the three outfits do you see yourself wearing and why?
Posted on on April 4, 2010 / Filed Under: Shopping / Tags: Featured, Nautical, Outfits Under $100, sailor, Spring, Stripes, Trends
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Nicole
Love the Nautical trend! Oufit number 3 is by far my favourite, it’s just so simple and clean. Perfect for the amazing weather I’ve been having this week. Thanks!
Sari
I really like each of the three outfits. That dress (the link doesn’t work by the way) is great because of the vintage feel. I would probably wear #1 or #3 just because those seem the more classic and comfortable ways. Really cute trend!
SupaWaifu
I love nautical theme. I have a great navy nautical-esque/military esque blazer i love.
Stella
i love the nautical trend, so so classic and hard to go wrong with. I love the second look – it would be prefect for work. But really all the looks are great.
Shannon
I never thought much of the nautical trend until I saw these outfits. They’re all really cute! The second one would be great for work, while the first and third could work for school or the weekend.
Isabelle
You got me with another fabulous entry! I love all things nautical, it’s so preppy and fresh and reminds me of cool Spring nights and warm Summer days
Milana
Love this trend – I’m currently writing a post about it for my blog too.
I think it’s great how you found wonderful outfits for under $100! Good job!
cha
love the outfits!! i think i’ll try all looks…. definitely!! excellent post
aish
love the navy look..
love the second out fit and the third
btw i love the dress frm the 2nd outfit
great job
m
i love all things nautical (i even did a semester at sea for my study abroad) so this was great! i especially like the last outfit since it’s not so obviously a “themed” look. :)
melanie
I love how simple these are but still adorable.
Dannie
I love the nautical trend! I think I’d wear outfit three the most because it’s so simple. But I’ll try outfit one too just because I really like the sweater. Really love this article (especially since it’s under $100, I’m so broke right now).
jitushka
Definitely yay! :-)
Tamara
I AM IN LOVEEE WITH THE DRESS IN THE SECOND OUTFIT!!
The sad part is that the link doesn’t work! It gets you to the page, but I donno maybe they don’t have it anymore? Or its out of stock!
Please please please let me know if you find any similar kind of dress!
Love all the outfits by the way but that dress!! AHHH! I need it! :D lol
Kristina - University of Arizona
hi everyone! sorry about the confusion with the second dress…supposedly Forever 21 has a version, too…but I only saw it in the stores and not online…here are some alternative options that are similar/inspired by the whole nautical/sailor feel….
http://www.shopruche.com/dear-creatures-navy-sailor-dress-p-1835.html
http://www.forever21.com/product.asp?catalog_name=FOREVER21&category_name=top&product_id=2034477711&showBACK=OK
http://click.linksynergy.com/fs-bin/click?id=IFCTyuu33gI&subid=&offerid=189460.1&type=10&tmpid=5506&RD_PARM1=http%3A%2F%2Fus.topshop.com%2Fwebapp%2Fwcs%2Fstores%2Fservlet%2FProductDisplay%3FcatalogId%3D32051%2526storeId%3D13052%2526categoryId%3D160968%2526parent_category_rn%3D133427%2526productId%3D1627336%2526langId%3D-1
http://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-2336866-10438395?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.torrid.com%2Ftorrid%2Fservices%2FproductRedirect.jsp%3FitemCode%3D587147&cjsku=587147