I am so excited to be publishing these pictures – I’ve got sea, sky, the most beautiful light imaginable and full-on nautical style. Every so often a magical photo shoot happens, and this was one of those times. So why am I down at the coast (the wonderfully named fishing village of Beer in Devon) I hear you ask?
We photographed these pictures down by the sea because I’ve entered the OCEAN Exclusive Blogger Challenge to create my perfect yacht outfit for summer 2015 – what I would like to wear on one of their yachts, in other words. I thought it would be impolite to wear anything other than nautical style – so it’s white and navy all the way. As the prize involves a day trip to Monaco (how amazing would that be), I also thought it fitting to be inspired by Monaco’s most famous princess, Grace Kelly. I gave a 50s-style outfit a modern twist with a bold over , and that essential accessory for any aspiring Princess Grace: the .
The photos show me down at the harbour waiting for my dream yacht to come and pick me up – the yacht of my dreams would be a navy and white yacht called “Belle Isle” which I chose because it coordinates perfectly with my outfit. Of course, I’d only travel on yachts that don’t clash with my outfit choice, darling. And the interior and the deck are to-die-for. A girl can dream, right…?!!
So who knows, maybe I’ll get to go to Monaco for the day. Fingers crossed for me in the competition 🙂
It may still be freezing in many parts of the world but I am SO looking forward to some warmth coming our way very soon – it was nice to “think summer” putting this outfit together. Are you into nautical looks? What would YOU wear on a luxury yacht (and have you been on one?), I’d love to know!
Tunic dress | Trousers: Asos | Shoes: Asos | Hat: Asos | Sunglasses: c/o Lulus | Watch: Fossil | Nails: Models Own Chrome Blue
Shop the look (and the yacht 😉
P.S. Like this outfit? You might also enjoy two other nautical-inspired posts from the archives: Tribal Maxi Dress At The Quay and All I Need Now is a Yacht!
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This is a competition entry for the OCEAN Exclusive Blogger Challenge. I have not been compensated by Ocean.
Almost all of these tips are just so amazing to live up to summer season. Loved the thin layer idea….this one is absolutely I wold love to adhere to.
Thanks for sharing.
Regards
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A trip to Monaco would have been absolutely divine, dearest Catherine…and I'm sorry to see from your note to Annette just above that you didn't win the challenge 🙁 I can't help but think that "Ocean" got it wrong, though…I can totally see your nautically-inspired outfit on the deck of some fabulous yacht!! XOXO
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I completely agree, Monica – I should have won (heehee! joking…!!!!) Thanks my lovely xx
Gorgeous, Catherine, I love tunics and the photos are brilliant! Good luck 🙂
xx
Annette | Lady of Style
Aww thank you Annette – didn't win I'm afraid but I am so pleased with how beautifully the photos come out so all's good 🙂
Classy and casual at the same time!! Lovely! I would go for a white dress…which I've actually done on a sailing trip!!
That's a wonderful compliment, thanks Anna! I thought about a white dress funnily enough but I knew I had one coming up on the blog for something else…!! x
Very nautical chic!
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Thanks so much, hun x
Darling you looks stunning, adore riviera chic. I'm not in Cannes this year for the film festival as we're away in Marbella for a family holiday but this is absolutely the style I follow by day there. Not sure if you caught my post last year-I've attended several times and it really is the most fun of all the film festivals: http://honestmum.com/my-time-at-the-cannes-film-festival/ . Thanks for linking up x
Awww Vicki I'm so envious you get to go to Cannes! It's the one awards-type event that I would actually like to go to (that and the Sundance Festival). I'll check out your post – and of course thank youuuuuuu :))
UMMMMMM WOW… This outfit is all sorts of brilliant!!! I can't imagine you not winning with these stunning photos and your perfect, Kelly-esque ensemble! I love the idea of the layered tunic and those striped flats — a brilliant nod to traditional beachwear without going overboard (pun intended!!)!
Sed Bona
Thank you Ashley so much!!!!! And I liked your pun, hehe ;))
Didn't win I'm afraid… never mind. I'll be able to buy my own yacht one day and sail off round round the world, won't I =COUGH, SPLUTTER=
The whole outfit, background, everything is just beautiful. Good luck lovely, Liz xxx
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Oh thank you Liz my lovely xxxx
Perfect. The styling, the looks, the weather, the clothes, the photographs. Kuddos to your husband. I hope you win. You deserve to. And you were freezing your axx off, while thinking summer. I am sure.
Greetje
Hehe how did you guess about the weather, Greetje…?! Actually it was cold, but not *that* cold… My body was fine, it was just my hands that started to hurt towards the end. And unfortunately I didn't win (just found out) but I did get a fabulous photo shoot at least!!
The jury must have been bought by the competition… I have no other explanation.
I love nautical style! I can't live without stripes – they're a classic!! Your look is amazing!!
By the way, I just updated my blog with a new post. I’d love for you to swing by: http://www.fashchronicles.blogspot.com
Thank you, Abby!
you look so retro and fabulous!
Chioma
C's Evolution of Style
Aww thanks Chioma… just the effect I was after!! =MUAH=
EEK! That last photo is too cute!!!
JJ
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Thanks JJ – I really like that one too!!!
Love this outfit – your hair looks great with navy. Like the floppy hat and sunglasses, channelling a bit of early warmth! Hope you win! #brilliantblogposts
Jess that's so sweet of you – thank you!! x
I absolutely love this outfit, I live by the sea so could get away with it on a daily basis.
I'm turning 40 this year and need to have a wardrobe rethink. Can you come and restyle me! ; ) #BrilliantBlogPosts
Ali thanks so much – and you must be very close to Beer if you're on the coast AND in East Devon..?!! You probably know it well! I hope you find some inspo on the blog… just photograph yourself in your outfits and read fashion blogs (or Pinterest) – you'll work out your personal style in no time.
And probably end up addicted to Pinterest ;))
I. LOVE. THIS.
Catherine! It's all perfect!! Can you bring a friend with you Daaarling?!
You've totally nailed the nautical! I hope you win.
Love,
Ann of Kremb de la Kremb
Catherine! Can anyone enter? I think I'll tweet them to ask. I doubt they want to fly someone from Hong Kong though for a day in Monaco, but you never know right Darling? Luxury has no boundaries! ;D A x
Awww thanks so much Ann! It is for two but I'm afraid the husband has already bagged himself a seat on the plane next to me… I guess I'd have to take him seeing as he took the photos!!! And I don't know about the entry – check the T&Cs, see if it says anything there 🙂
Gorgeous look Catherine! I always love how you can pair a a dress with pants and look so chic! It's been so many years since I've been to Monaco but it's such a beautiful place.
Alice
http://www.happinessatmidlife.com
Hope to see you Thursday for TBT Fashion link up.
I'm very envious that you've been there, Alice!! Somewhere I've always wanted to go to as well. Thanks hun x
Wonderful, wonderful look. Makes me long for the ocean!
Aww Gracey thank you. I'm lucky in that we're only a 30 min drive away – we should do photo shoots there more often!!
I adore this look! Perfection!
(Previous comment removed for a glaring typo, sorry!)
Hehe no worries – thank you!
Grace Kelly inspiration is always the best, and you did it well!
Yep she was the classiest of them all (well, her and Audrey…)!! Thank you x
Love it! You need to cruise ASAP, looking so fab. xo
Yes I think I do too, Patti!! Thank you sweetie xx
This looks so wonderful dear Catherine, in love with the nautical look, have always been a sucker for these outfits. I will keep my fingers crossed for you, Monaco is a wonderful place 🙂 xx Kirsten
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I'm trying not to think too much about it, Kirsten – I would so, so love to go!! Thank you honey x
Wow, I love the pictures, you are so beautiful.
Gaby
Stylish-Salat
Oh my goodness, Gaby – WHAT a compliment!! Thank you soooooo much! x
Beautiful! You look so pretty and elegant!
Martina thank you soooo much xx
Good luck with the comp! Enjoyed the post – it put me in holiday mood!
Aww thanks so much Christine, and I'm glad it did (it did me too except for the fact that I was more than a little chilly on the shoot…!)
Very old Hollywood! Love it.
Monica, http://www.pear-shaped-gal.com
That's a great compliment, Monica – thank you! x
you look stunning and I could so see you on any one of those yachts. I had a chance to see many of them when I was in St Thomas two weeks ago, and I really need to win the mega lottery. That is my kind of life. Good Luck. You have also given me an idea for a post to incorporate all my yacht pictures.
Haha yes it's mind kinda life too, Linda – we both need to win the lottery in that case!!!!! Thanks so much hun x
Love the floppy hat!
XO
Jeanne
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:)) thanks Jeanne x
Loving the stripes. Beautiful photos Catherine xx
Thank you so much Gail xx
Love the stripe theme running through the entire look
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Thanks, Julia! x
Oo, stunning! I hope you win Catherine, I could just see you on a luxury yacht in this ensemble xx
Oh Sarah thank you so much!!
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