Sleeveless Nautical Dress

Though its almost over, your vacation with friends has been magical. On your way back from dinner, wearing your strapless dress with alternating turquoise and cream stripes, you carry your sandals as you stroll barefoot and solo along the quiet beach near the ocean waves. You smile, watching the sun set as a salty sea breeze ruffles your side-zipped frocks box-pleated skirt, giving you goosebumps along your arms. As you wrap a white shawl around your shoulders and over the contoured bodice, which boasts a curved, bandeau-like bow gathering at the bust and allowing for a sweetheart collar, you collect seashells souvenirs for your pals. Its been a memorable trip, and when you hear your besties calling your name, you know there are still memories left to make!

As you snack on elegant hors d'oeuvres at a swanky beachfront venue, your friends compliment the way your fabulous frock embodies the beauty of the seaside setting. The striped weave of its navy body mimics the rippling ocean just off the broad deck, and the ivory block at the hem of your dress rivals the luxurious hue of the white sands. Amidst golden earrings, a glamorous cocktail ring, and nautical-red kitten heels, this dress makes a splash at your amazing event!

Thinking tonight would be an in night, a surprise call from your crush presents a spontaneous change of plans. You agree to attend your potential paramours impromptu party, but you forgot to ask what you should wear to this last-minute occasion. With a quick dash to your closet, you don this trustworthy cream- and black-striped dress, perfect for events both casual and cordial with its mod matching round-buckled belt, sleeveless silhouette, and pleated A-line design. With three polygonal back cutouts, this sheer, on-trend dress possess flirty potential and looks oh-so pretty as you pair it with perforated red flats and a pewter cuff bracelet. Adorn your do with a lovely bow, slip on your cropped jean jacket, and arrive at the soiree in a fun and swoon-worthy ensemble!

Draft this dress into your outfit, and youll be looking fab while spectating in the stands! With its horizontally striped bodice and vertically striped, slightly pleated skirt, this knit fit-and-flare is game for a bit of casual glam. Team this piece up with a pair of lo-top sneakers, a pair of wayfarer sunnies, and a scarf in your crews colors. With this dress in the roster, your look will be a home run!

A seaside party on your pals boat calls for fashion to excite all of your friends. Make a splash with this nautical dress! Its navy and white, polka-dotted fabric ripples around your torso and spreads into an elegantly pleated skirt. With the bow-embellished, white lace waistline of this dress tied around you, a pair of cork wedges on your feet, and gold anchor-inspired jewelry adorning your ears and neckline, your look will be the toast of the party!

You really could rock this simple frock seven days a week if you wanted to - it's like an outfit blank canvas just waiting to be painted on with ample accessories, statement-making layering pieces, or whatever else your stylish imagination ponders into fruition! The best part is that due to its A-line shape and super smooth, crimson fabric, this basic staple will look great on all body types. Stitched darts rest just above its natural waistline seam, framing its front and back scoop neck with the slightest bit of shape to highlight your silhouette in all the right ways. Try pairing it with a sheer, striped scarf, multiple wrap bracelets, and calf-height boots to begin, and expand from there - the possibilities are endless! Love this darling dress? Check out this dashing design in a ...

Whether youre vacationing by the coast or working in your cubicle, flaunt your maritime style in a formfitting red dress that exudes timeless, vintage glamour and sweet sophistication. Boasting a whimsical rope-cord belt and a sailor-inspired collar, this dress, found exclusively at ModCloth, lets you take a little of the sea wherever you go. Pair this stretch fabric piece with silver anchor earrings, white, wave-print tights, and cork-wedge sandals to keep your ensemble looking cool and classy!

As you step aboard your friends boat for a party, its clear you're ready to 'sea' and be seen in this navy and white dress. Pairing this strapless, nautical number with bright yellow espadrilles and an oversized sunhat is pure paprazzi-worthy style. Topping off this stretchy silhouette with red-framed sunnies and an anchor-print clutch, however, is enough to send your companions going overboard with compliments. Your chic, celeb-worthy ensemble will have you floating on calm style seas.

Whether youre crossing a border by boat or by plane, a nautical dress in a lovely, linen-like fabric is always ideal for traveling! You love this colorblocked, strappy sheath almost as much as getting a new stamp in your passport. Its neutral navy hue provides the perfect, fitted base for pops of white and red trim. Delicate along the neck, this warm-weather frock flaunts triangular cutouts and adjustable spaghetti straps as it floats, tranquil as can be, above red loafers and under a striped cardi!

Not feeling swell? Slip into this nautical sheath dress and get a boost of feel-good energy! Bedecked with a satiny, striped bust and matching side tabs, this navy number is crafted from a flexible cotton blend to help you move and shake your day away. Rockabilly-red buttons, trim, straps, and kick pleats add contrast and appeal to this longer, body-hugging frock. Add lemon wedges, a white cardi, and a haute little headband, and youll feel immune to any troubles that head your way at todays pier luncheon. Get your RDA of fun fashion today with this sleek, sea-worthy dress!

Excitement is in the air as you step onto a boat in your pretty, striped dress. Its mixture of navy-blue and mint-green provides a sweet new twist on traditional nautical stripes. Buckling a wide belt over the A-line skirt and fastening a simple, golden pendant necklace near the gathered sweetheart neckline of this frock are the perfect ways to accessorize with sophistication. Complete your look with a wide-brimmed hat and white heels for a look thats perfect for a party!

Waves of adoration wash over everyone at the party when you enter the room in this embroidered frock by Nishe. Since 2008, artfully designed brandNishe has charmed fashion-lovers with a darling combination of fun, feminine elements. The turquoise coral, aqua sea stars, and cloud-blue shells embroidered across the satiny, sheer overlay of this sand-hued, illusion-neckline dress have you feeling bubbly and eager to flaunt your fashion sense on the dance floor. Alongside pink pumps and a pearly white headband, this dress will make quite a splash!