Although that title exhausts my high school French, it is true. Summer is perfect for the nautical style of la marinière, better-known as the Breton, or sailor stripe. From the Bow Street window, I have noticed many women wearing shirts and dresses of this simple, classic and timeless style.
And, of course, this style catches my eye because at Sea Bags we are partial to anything with a nod to the maritime. But it is my mother’s voice that I hear warning me against the risk of wearing unflattering horizontal stripes. I like the look –on other people.
I think the original version is blue stripes against white background. This concept was the inspiration for our new designed bag with neat blue stripes silkscreened against the white sailcloth. For an extra dose of fun, an anchor, star or number is layered on top of it like a pendant. So this bag is perfect for incorporating the sailor stripe without worrying about the bug-a-boo of wearing horizontal stripes if you are larger than a size 6.
No matter the fashion era, sailor stripes will always be on trend and offer the chance to create your own personal style. If horizontal stripes are a no-no for you, then the striped Sea Bag is a yes-yes or Oui Oui.
