Navy & White (Nautical) Decor Inspiration

Maybe it's just  impending labor day which is giving me anxiety that summer is coming to an end, but sometimes I just want to start over, and make everything navy and white....

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A Bit Nautical

It's no secret that I'm drawn to nautical inspired style.  Especially during the summertime,  I pretty much love anything that reminds me of being out on the ocean. (The number of blue and white striped shirts I've collected over the years is pretty absurd.)  However, when it comes to incorporating nautical inspiration into home decor,   I think it's important to be a bit more subtle with references to the sea.   I don't want my apartment to end up like this: 

Because I'm always bookmarking inspirational images, here are some lovely examples of nautical feeling rooms that don't necessarily scream "cheesy beach rental":

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I love the fresh blue & white color palate in the room above. It definitely has a classic nautical vibe, but the modern coffee table and white curtains keep it fresh.

An eclectic mix of patterns and textures in the room keep the beachy collage from looking like it was plucked out of a catalog.

I adore this glossy navy wall mixed with antique furniture pieces.

Another great example of how a simple blue and white color palate can feel totally nautical even without any sailboat art ;)

This room is definitely a bit more "themed"  but the fresh colors and accents keep it feeling modern.

Also, check out my apartment photos to see how I've worked in some nautical elements.

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