Summer reveries of beach houses and fresh nautical styles are go. Think off-duty Hamptons chic and California casual: white, white-washed, blue, red – and, of course, anything striped. These are the fresh ideas we’re diving into for summer.

The Chairs


Stripes and rattan are the order of the day when it comes to coastal-style chairs. Who wouldn’t want to conjure the lapping waves as they recline?




The Snug





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Nautical style is all about laid-back comfort and feeling relaxed. Here’s how to get snug while adhering to coastal chic.




The Lighting





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The lighting is everything in any interior scheme. The same holds for casual, industrial nautical looks.


The Boats





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You might not have room in the budget for an actual future on the high seas. But these model boats – used sparingly – add a perennial reminder of the coast to your home.




The Baskets And Bags





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Baskets and bags are an indispensable part of coastal life. Who knows when you might need to pack a picnic at a moment’s notice or stuff a bag full for the beach?




The Serveware





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Unhurried coastal days call for long lunches served from cheery bowls and plates. These are the best of the best.




Mirrors





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Nothing screams coastal chic like a porthole-style mirror. Do try these at home.




The Towels





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Beach towels are the fun seasonal cousin of the bathroom towel. And since coastal chic is all about bringing the seaside vibe into the home all year round, one of these beauties works just as well post bath as post swim.




The Outdoors





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Days by the seaside – or at least conjuring its spirit – are best enjoyed outside. Here’s how to get the beachy look in your back garden.




The Clothes & Accessories





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Ensure you look every bit as breezy as your home does, courtesy of the perfect straw hat and Breton top combo.




The Artworks


Adorn your walls with perennial reminders of seafaring and sea life.




By Nancy Alsop
June 2022