5.17.2010

Vintage Regatta Fashion

Nautical is everywhere right now, which makes me such a happy girl. Because my Dad built small sailboats while I was growing up, I saw my fair share of nautical attire - from practical preppy (deck shoes, Op tees and corduroy shorts, Patagonia sailing shorts) to regatta party and trophy dinner attire (madras pants, red sport coats, canvas/ribbon sailboat belts, and lots of sailboat print dresses). Here are a few of my favorite nautical Etsy vintage fashion picks:
Mod Sailboat Dress from violetvillevintage
50's Vintage Navy Sailor Sweater from lollycrispvintage
Nautical Red Day Dress from Thrush
Cherry Corduroy Shorts from StopTheClock
Sailing Day Stripe Skirt from stilettogirl
Nautical Pin-up Girl Shorts from robinhartman
1960's Red Anchor Sweater Vest from FASHIONRERUN
Nautical Tri-color purse from joyelizabethG
Sailor Dress from TimelessVixenVintage
1950's Swimsuit from RockZombieOldies
Salty Sailor 1960's Blazer from Planetclairevintage
Madras Pendleton Jacket (for Men or Women) from 10thAvenueEast
Nautical Flag Belt (Men's) from madmenvintage
Sebago Topsiders Boat Shoes (Men's) from bootmeister

On a related note, Anita from the fabulous RollingHillsVintage made this super-cute nautical themed "Victoria Was A Sporting Woman" treasury over the weekend. My sad little screen shot doesn't do it justice. Click here to see the treasury full-size.

Did everyone have a nice weekend? Although we didn't spend the weekend on a boat, we did manage steal away to Crossville on Saturday for a hike and a trip to my favorite small town modern store. And yesterday we finally listed one of the Eames Lounge Chairs. We've decided to enjoy the other one for a while...

22 comments:

Hello Lindello said...

That's so neat your dad built sailboats. How cool! My brother-in-law lives on a sailboat in the summer and I love going on it.

Mariel Torres said...

so many cute items! i am in love with sailboats but have never been on one... can you believe it! lol

jamie@midcenturymania said...

Hmmmm, I was a sailor (on the Alaska Marine Highway)for 10 years and I never got to wear anything that cute. I guess I missed the boat on that one!

jamie@midcenturymania said...

I just paid a visit to your small town modern store...good thing it's not in my neighborhood or even this side of the rockies or I'd be in big trouble.I have never seen so much mcm goodness in one spot. Ever!

Rolling Hills Vintage said...

I grew up near the shores of Lake Michigan and spent many summers sailing. Brings back good memories. Thank you for featuring my treasury.

Northernlodge said...

my grandfather built boats, but not sailboats..I have been sailing a few times..love it but felt like we were going to tip over-so I'll stick to canoes..

LOVE the RHV treasury..great addition to an already great blog.. And you're right Anita DOES have a fabulous etsy shop..

10thAvenueEast said...

Fabulous finds! You have great taste! Can't wait to see what else you put together!
And thanks again for featuring my patchwork blazer! It's a personal fav:)

NodtoMod Vintage said...

i have always loved the nautical look!it could be because i also grew up on the water. all of these finds are amazing- so happy you posted them!:) thank you thank you!! xo

Sharetta Marcus said...

This a a wonderful selection of vintage items. Great eye. Thank you for featuring my boat shoes.

Christina said...

wow you have so many great items here. i can't pick a favorite but it definitely makes me want to do some vintage shopping :)

Anonymous said...

Growing up in MA we would spend summers at the Cape and the nautical theme was everywhere. Now I'm in the middle of a desert - oh how I miss the ocean! You've found a wonderful selection of items that bring back so many fun vacation memories for me. Thanks for including my vintage shirt.

fashionrerun said...

so fresh and fun! Thanks for featuring our red anchor sweater vest!

Joanna Goddard said...

such a cute round-up! i love the sailboat shorts!!

Unknown said...

the nautical look is so classic and timeless...i love that every Summer & Spring i can break out my navy blue & white striped top.
xox alison

Cynthia said...

I really like your selection! As you do, I'm crazy about all the nautical style clothing. Thank you for including a dress from my shop in your cute selection :)

Melissa Blake said...

I love how these clothes pop!!! :)

TERI REES WANG said...

I may need to pick up that sweet little sail boat dress for a friend, and the navy lady dress for myself.

Anna @ IHOD said...

such great choices:) REally love the nautical pieces:)

Kitty Stampede said...

ummmm...you're making me NUTS right now!!! These are all AMAZING choices. I want that first dress...now. It's amazing. I love that nautical look and you picked the cream of the crop.

Rachel Follett said...

How fun! Great picks!

mvmaithai said...

Love the nautical fashion posting. Now that I am back in TN, I am looking forward to shopping and hiking at the places you wrote about. Great blog!

LenoreNeverM♡re said...

Lurrrve the 1st print~ charming beyond words Marsie!
xo