Yachting Style Guide - Elite Traveler

Decked Out: The Ultimate Yachting Style Guide

Whether basking in the Italian summer sun or sailing across the seas, do it in style.

From the golden age of the Riviera to modern superyachts gliding through the Mediterranean, yachting has always had an effortless elegance — where flowing silk kaftans and impeccably tailored linen shirts transition from sun-drenched afternoons on deck to cocktails under the stars.

ON DECK

Mornings on the water are awash with light—the kind that makes silk ripple like waves and colours glow against the horizon. The day begins barefoot on warm teak, a wide-brim hat casting shade as you settle into a sun-warmed lounger. Swimwear becomes the foundation – architectural silhouettes that slip effortlessly beneath flowing cover-ups, ready for spontaneous dives into glass-clear waters.

At Ancor

When the yacht settles into the calm of a secluded bay, the day’s relaxed rhythm shifts toward quiet refinement. Crisp linen shirts with subtle detailing, worn open over tailored swim shorts in a deep, Mediterranean blue. Sunglasses with horn frames lend a sculpted edge, while at the wrist, a white-gold chronograph keeps time with the ebb and flow of the tide. A Leica hangs from a leather strap, ready to frame the coastline or a passing sail, and a pair of binoculars rests nearby for spotting distant shores.

Carry on

The most seasoned travellers know that the soul of a journey often lies in the details carried with them. In the hold or at hand, there are pieces chosen not only for their beauty but for the stories they hold — a handwoven tote that speaks of rare materials, a playful objet for the water’s edge, a watch case that safeguards precision with quiet authority. Even a towel is elevated, its design echoing the yacht’s palette, turning a simple swim into a study in style.

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