Even if you won't be spending this summer drinking champagne on a yacht or sailing to faraway islands, you can still look like you know your way around a jib and a mainsail with these adorable nautical styles. Add a fake tan, and no one will know you didn't just return from a week-long vacation to Bermuda.

If there's one classic staple of the nautical style, it's white and navy stripes. You can incorporate these into your outfits any way you like, from a striped shirt to a pair of nautical shorts to a preppy headband. To add a classic seaside touch, go with warm gold jewels - a gold and diamond tennis bracelet and a pair of gold stud earrings will work perfectly. The soft glow of the gold recalls a sunset over the water, and gives your outfit just the right touch of sparkle.

For another nautical touch, add a silk scarf. If you're feeling especially preppy, you can tie it around your neck in a knot or a bow for a sophisticated touch - or tie is around your wrist for a modern take on this classic look.

As for your shoes, you can't go wrong with - what else? - boat shoes. Pick up a pair in navy to complete your outfit.

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