In a bid to try and impress a cute girl in my local news-agent, I once bought an edition of ‘Yachting’. An editorial dedicated to the latest ground breaking news in the Yachting universe. Of course it didn’t work, and what was I expecting? For her to assume I have a yacht and become over whelmed in a fit of capricious passion that would result in her ripping off my clothes and ravaging me on the counter? So these days instead of buying a syndicated Yachting magazine, I simply kit myself in the kind of clobber that makes me look that I might actually know the difference between starboard and port. (Ps – Port is left. If you need help remembering that imagine the expression ‘there is no port left in the bottle‘, especially after I’ve had an hour in its company.
There are a couple of numbers you can chance to pull off this look. If you’re feeling flush then this sweet little number from Folk is in the sale right now for 250 nicker. This is so up market you get a free yacht with it. I am of course joking. But if you want to stand at the helm and look like a pro, then this is my choice. However if your budget won’t allow for the pricey high echelons of nautical attire, then UCLA provide a more than adequate substitute. This UCLA Spears Puffa Jacket comes with a button fasten hood and zip fastening to the front as well as the two front pockets. The waist has a toggle drawstring fastening and tonal seam stitching. The Puffa forges close links with the equestrian and nautical sports. Clearly an item best seen worn when guzzling on the finest wines available to humanity, debating the beauties of an in-out driveway with your rich father-in-law on the quarterdeck aboard his brand new yacht.
Now its always important to remember to wear shoes with rubber soles to protect you from slipping on the wet deck. Either running shoes or deck shoes are the best choice. I can’t tell you the countless times I’ve stubbed a toe on a deck cleat for attempting not to wear shoes while aboard. Not too mention when I’ve been hit by lightning and cursed my laziness for not bothering to wear any rubber on my feet to neutralize the one billion volts going through my body. Check out these Keen’s Newport H2 sandals, very popular on the dock and on deck.
Folks while your at it take a look at Peter’s website – www.trafficclothing.co.uk
