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Sail into Style: Why You Should Try Wearing a Breton Top
When it comes to fashion choices, one timeless classic stands out as a beacon of style – the Breton top. Originating from the coastal regions of France, this iconic sailor striped shirt has transcended its maritime roots to become a wardrobe staple for fashion enthusiasts worldwide for both men and women. If you haven’t tried wearing a Breton top yet, let me take you on a journey through the undeniable charm and versatility of this wardrobe essential. Effortless Elegance – Classic Stripes Never Go Out of Style The Breton shirt‘s hallmark feature is its navy and white horizontal stripes, a timeless design that effortlessly exudes elegance. Whether you’re heading to…
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The Fisherman’s Smock
Originally designed as workwear by the fishing community, the Fisherman’s Smock has become a versatile overgarment sought after by many for its practicality and durability. If you are looking for a traditional Fisherman’s Smock, you’ve come to the right place. As a nautical clothing store, we stock a range of styles from different brands. So let us guide you with a brief history of this long standing favourite covering key features, brands and today’s variations. What is a Fisherman’s Smock ? Historically, it was made from recycled old sails, a durable tough cotton canvas fabric, which was ideal to face the elements and stood up to the rigours of the…
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The French Work Jacket
Let us introduce you to the French work jacket. Perfect for this time of year. It is a wardrobe staple you can rely on for many years. It is easy to wear, 100% cotton to keep you cool, it keeps its shape well and is designed in a simple yet classic cut. A little bit of history ! Like the traditional Breton shirt, the French work jacket is another garment with a popular heritage which has become a sought after piece. Originally produced from moleskin for manual and factory workers, it is based on a very simple square cut, collared, single breasted with two large patch front pockets and a…
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Christmas Gift Guide 2023 for less than £25
We can all do with a little bit of help to find the perfect nautical & coastal gifts this Christmas. So we compiled for you some ideas on a budget, all for less than £25, perfect for that Secret Santa or stocking filler for everyone who loves the sea. Coastal Kitchen Christmas Gifts Choose from lobsters, crabs, starfish and shoals of fish, take your pick from our range of trivets from £16 to £22.50. Cook in style with our starfish apron £12.50 Entertain with our sea life designed mango wooden kitchenware starting from £15 Fashion Accessories Christmas Gifts less than £25 How cute is this large tote bag with puffin…
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The Peacoat
The peacoat, one of the 4 pillars of the nautical wardrobe alongside the Breton shirt, the Breton sweater and the fisherman's smock. This timeless classic is a stylish winter outerwear for men and women alike. With origins in the 16th century, the jacket that started as a sailor's work uniform is today recognised as a fashion essential. For us at The Nautical Company, offering a choice of quality peacoats to our customers is part of our DNA. We compiled this guide to help you choose which of these peacoats is right for you.
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The Breton Shirt
An iconic garment that never goes out of fashion. From humble workwear for the French Navy to Haute Couture catwalks, the Breton shirt or “La Marinière“, is the classic French striped top that everyone should have in their wardrobe. The effortless choice for those “What to wear?” moments. Easy to wear with just a pair of jeans or with a blazer for the smarter city style. Of course, it is still at home on board whether on a cruise or on a yacht. This timeless garment is designed with everyone in mind and will last a lifetime. A bit of history Dating back to the March 1858 French Navy-Wear Act…
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The Breton Sweater
The Breton sweater, a classic that no well stocked wardrobe should be without. We started stocking Breton sweaters back in 2010 when we first started The Nautical Company. For us, it was a no brainer, it belongs to the nautical classic range just like the cotton Breton top. As a native Breton myself, ie born and raised in Brittany before coming to the UK, I remember wearing my bright red wool mix top whilst sailing with my dad. I loved it and kept it until it was time to pass it down to my younger brother. And that is the key with quality Breton jumpers, they last for years. We could share the…
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Summer outfit for the seaside
If you head for a seaside holiday this summer around our shores, you are never quite sure what the weather will be like. The secret is really about packing cleverly garments that you can mix and match and layer up just in case it freshens up. Don’t forget also accessories to turn a day outfit into an evening smart casual one with some jewellery, swapping the flip flops for summer heels with a lightweight jacket or shawl. This summer we absolutely love our new ladies’ navy blue canvas jacket. Wonderful over our linen/cotton mix summer dress that you can wear to the beach and dress it up with a…
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DAY 12 – Christmas offer: 10 % OFF our Men’s Peacoat Jackets
All good things come to an end and today is no exception. Our final and 12th day of Christmas offers is finally upon us. So, let’s treat dads, sons and partners with our traditional Breton peacoat jacket for men. Double breasted, wool rich mix, anchor metal buttons, fully lined, a beautiful garment to be enjoyed for some time. So make sure you use code AMIRAL10, for your 10% discount, valid today only, 4th December until midnight UK time. This offer is applicable for both peacoat articles, the original Amiral and the revised one. See below: Breton Men’s Peacoat, the revised Amiral, £170 The original Amiral peacoat, £150 Save
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DAY 11 – Christmas offer: 10 % OFF our Saint James heavyweight Breton Shirts
Coming to the end of our 12 days of Christmas offers and today you are off for a treat. A 10% discount on all Saint James Meridien heavyweight Breton shirts, valid today only, 3rd December 2016, until midnight UK time with code MERID10. Made in France in carded cotton, in 3 colour choices, cream/red, navy/cream and cream/navy, these traditional shirts are the really mccoy for any stripes enthusiast. Saint James Heavyweight Breton Shirt, Cream/Red, £55.00 St James Meridien Heavyweight Breton Shirt, Navy Blue/Cream, £55 Saint James Meridien Heavyweight Breton Shirt, £55.00 Save
