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• May 20, 2009
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It's Fleet Week! The High Seas Meets High Fashion With Our Nautical Obsession

By Megan Baldwin

Done right, nautical can be darn cute. But add one too many gold buttons or a white-bordered collar and you could look like you washed up at the Newport Yacht Club after a long liquid lunch. In our books, simple is the only way to good ole sea-faring fashion. And assuming you're on board, we're helping to navigate the murky waters with some of the most adorable nautically laced wares this side of the Atlantic. From Valerie Dumain's dressed-up sailor dress to Motel's playful striped frock, we've chosen pieces you'll want to get decked in all spring and summer long. Happy Fleet Week!




Above, from left: Motel Striped Dress, $77, available at Pixie Market; Valerie Dumaine Chloe Dress, $159, available at Valerie Dumaine.




Above, from left: Opening Ceremony Shrunken Blazer, $280, available at Opening Ceremony; Pins & Needles Sailor Shorts, $68, available at Urban Outfitters.

Above, from left: Burfitt Sailor Jacket, $341, available at Creatures of Comfort; American Eagle Outfitters Beachy Satchel, $49.50, available at American Eagle Outfitters.




Above, from left: Jennifer Behr Sailor Knot Headwrap, $172, available at Jennifer Behr; C Society Denim Rope Bag, $88, available at Pixie Market.



Above, from left: D&G Nautical Print Dress, $660, available at Far Fetch; French Connection Beachy Stripe Dress, $138, French Connection.



Above, from left: Sonia Rykiel Vintage Sailor Dress, $148, available at Nasty Gal; Richard Ruiz Bamboo Jumpsuit, $326, available at Pixie Market.