Happy Friday friends! I don’t know about you, but I will be happy to get rid of the rain that has been lingering like a bad smell over the past couple of days.
The sunny weather over the bank holiday weekend was beautiful and got me rummaging around my summer wardrobe. I picked out one of my favourite maxi dresses – a nautical striped number which I teamed up with a floral scarf, leather jacket and pumps. Although the sun was shining it was no way near flip-flop weather so they stayed locked away in my wardrobe until another time.
Breton stripes and tea…two of my favourite things!
OK, so the picture above is an old one of said maxi dress taken pre-pregnancy a few years ago. Since becoming pregnant it hasn’t stopped me wearing one of my favourite fashion trends. There is a theory that stripes can enhance your curves or make you look bigger than you are, which for me personally I think is complete rubbish. I’ve been wearing stripes with or without bump for a long time and it hasn’t really affected the way my shape looks. I think that they look great on any shape or size, but that’s just me. Anyways, I wanted to share some of my favourite stripy pieces from the high street, which I’ve picked out after doing a spot of window shopping on the internet.
1. 14k Gold Fill Chain Anchor Necklace, Etsy
2. Strip Raglan Tee, Topshop
3. Jersey Vest Top, H&M
4. Wedge Heel Espadrilles, H&M
5. Nautical Clutch Bag, Etsy
6. Stripe Slub Sweat, Next
7. Elsie Stripe Dress, People Tree
8. Maxine Scarf, French Connection
All of those stripes have sent my eyes funny! I actually already have the jersey vest top from H&M and absolutely love it as it has a lovely loose fit which offers enough room to grow into, without being maternity wear. If you’re not really into Breton stripes I think that something like the scarf is a nice way of dipping your toes in without going the whole hog, so to speak.
What I love about the nautical look is that it’s never out of fashion and in the shops season after season. If I invest in a piece of clothing I know that it’s not going to be a total waste of money. This is such a timeless and versatile look, which will suit a lot of people.
Have a lovely weekend everyone – hopefully it will involve something stripy!
Are you a fan of nautical stripes? What is your all time favourite fashion trend at the moment?
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Ooo, I like those wedges. I’m a fan of stripes as well and have several variations in my wardrobe…most of which have been in there a while…really doesn’t go out of fashion! Time I got some out ready for Summer.
I love this nautical theme and al your picks are great!!! Your dress and tea mug are so cute, perfect style
Laura
Love the Elsie Stripe Dress! Want one for myself, happy Friday!
I’m completely obsessed with stripes, most of my tops are stripy! Love that People Tree dress, I just may have to treat myself 🙂
I love stripes and used to have loads of striped clothes but right now I seem to have none so i need to invest!
I love stripes but not black and white or blue and white, I prefer colours with a bit less of a contrast. I think you spoke too soon about the weather too- we have had very heavy showers today interspersed with sun, but also crazy wind!
Haha! Perhaps I was, but the bank holiday weekend was gorgeous!
I am a huge fan of nautical stripes, in fact, I probably have a few too many pieces of clothes that you could describe as nautical. Perhaps I was a sailor in a former life.
Haha! This whole post looks like my closet! I love nautical stuff and I love stripes! I have pieces that look very similar to nearly all of these! 🙂