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Categories / Design and Interiors

The Captain’s Pattern: new St Jude’s fabric designed by Jonny Hannah

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Another interesting fabric design courtesy of St Jude's, The Captain's Pattern designed by Jonny Hannah. 

A while back we showed you Hannah's print for the Museum of British Folklore and this fabric design celebrates some of the folklore and customs of the sea. There's mermaids, deep-sea divers and vintage tattoo-style designs, all interspersed with images of anchors and executed in his trademark style. It's a two colour design (either red/blue or blue/blue) printed onto heavy weight cotton. 

The fabric costs £38 per metre or you can buy it as ready-made cushion covers for £32. 

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Categories / Women's Fashion

Sailor Mini Skirt by Silence + Noise

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With nautical fodder all over the high street, there's plenty of options for a variety of retro looks in ladieswear. While much of the trend focuses on an eighties interpretation, this Silence + Noise skirt taps into a very sixties feeling instead.

With a classic miniskirt shape, the high waist and risqué hemline create an instant 60s silhouette. White stripe accents at the hemline and pocket add a subtle nautical feeling to the block navy, with a small gold button accent too.

The skirt is available now from Urban Outfitters for £35.

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Categories / Women's Fashion

Nautical Button Front Shorts from Matalan

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Though the current weather may seem too good to be true, the warmer months are certainly around the corner, broadening the possibilities for our wardrobes. Shorts are a great choice for retro looks when done with flair, like this Nautical pair from Matalan.

With a surprising eye for fifties detail from the budget retailer, these matelot-fronted shorts hit the mark with a 50s version of sailor-inspired style. A wide-legged cut with turn ups means they capture the tailored formality of retro style, while a bright shade of red adds some rockabilly-inspired vampish appeal.

Get them now from Matalan for just £8.

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Categories / Women's Fashion

Rosette Stripe Tunic by AX Paris

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With nautical trends coming back round into mainstream fashion for yet another Spring season, there's plenty of high street brands waiting to be raided by retro lovers. This Rosette Stripe Tunic by AX Paris taps into a sixties interpretation of the trend, providing a perfect daytime dress for the sunnier months.

The mini hemline works well with a looser fit, with only a light shirred waistline and capped sleeves to add a fitted touch. The horizontal breton stripes, rosette feature and bold navy trim combine to create a Parisian-inspired look that carries just enough vintage appeal for casual daywear.

Get it online from Oli for £22.

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Categories / Design and Interiors, Food and Drink

Nautical tea cup and saucer from welovekaoru

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Nautical looks are a long standing staple for retro clothing scene and they seem to be moving slowly into homewares – probably because historically most things used on boats are practical but not pretty. This nautically inspired tea cup and saucer made by welovekaoru happily fulfils both those categories. 

While the old-fashioned looking anchor bearing the words 'Steady as she goes' taps into the trend for designs bearing sailor-style tattoos, the hand-painted blue stripe against the white of the cup and saucer keeps it looking nice and fresh. It's the perfect thing for teaming with one of the many sailor inspired outfits out there. 

The tea cup and saucer costs £22. 

Buy it from My Deco