Over the years we've fallen in and out of love with nautical homeware. It can sometimes feel a bit too on the nose with striped tablecloths, starfish shaped cushions and massive art pieces featuring all manner of boats. However, this year coastal home decor has had a much needed revamp, and if our favourite homeware stores have anything to say about it, it's the chicest way to decorate your home this summer, thanks to a few elevated twists on the classic trend.
M&S is leading the way when it comes to giving a cool and refreshing feel on nautical homeware. From subtle shell designs, to embroidered tablecloths, their coastal homeware collection is giving us a much needed feeling of sipping on a glass of rosé in a rustic Greek fishing village as we hear the ocean in the background.
And if you're looking to upgrade your homeware this summer, particularly your garden space and dining options, then these are our favourite coastal pieces from M&S to shop right now. Oh, and they're all under £35 too!
The best nautical homeware from M&S
Serving platter
If you're going to have shells in your home, this is the way to do it. We love the chic design of this serving platter which features raised shell detailing and imprinted texture. Just think how good this would look with a pile of seafood on top? It's also dishwasher proof - ideal for post-BBQ meals.
Vase
We're always looking for a new vase and love this refreshing take on a nautical one, which gives a dark blue coral look. It would look ideal perched on a dark wooden dining table or side table in your hallway.
Tablecloth
Pure Cotton Coastal Embroidered Tablecloth
Pure Cotton Coastal Embroidered Tablecloth
This is the summer hosting tablecloth of our dreams, filled with embroidery of shapes from the sea. The two tone blue colour palette will work well alongside a variety of diningware from classic neutral dinner plates, to other blue accessories, pops of yellow, and of course any wooden dining pieces too.
Outdoor cushions
Every outdoor space needs a cosy and comfortable pair of outdoor cushions and we love this pair of two cushions, which are reversible with two different prints - one dark blue shell design and a yellow and white coral design on the other side. You can mix and match them or have the same design on show throughout the garden, either way it's sure to bring a burst of colour into your garden.
Nibble bowls
We may not be serving up oysters at every picnic, but it doesn't mean our olive and crisp combo don't deserve their chance to shine. This set of nibble bowls is ideal for serving snacks prior to a bigger meal and will provide a great touch of seaside to any table.
Jug
Whether you're pouring water or wine (we go for the latter come summer), it needs to be presented in a nice jug and M&S' version works so well at giving just a hint of nautical without going OTT. And it's dishwasher proof too!
Napkins
A super easy way to try out the nautical trend and use the pieces far beyond summer is with your napkins. M&S' set of two linen napkins come in a variety of shades, but for embracing the nautical look the go-to shade has to be this sea blue. They're machine washable and there's also a matching tablecloth and tablerunner if you want to complete the look.
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