We've all seen the worst nautical style has to offer: cheezy anchor-print fabrics, seashell overkill - you know what I'm talking about. However, classic style with oceanic reference doesn't have to go overboard (pun intended!)
For any of you - like me - who dream of an abode near or on the water, here's some eye candy with a touch of aquatic appeal - that won't make your toes curl...

Don't know about you...but lying on one of these deck chaises, I'd feel like the Queen of Shiba

via cocomale

Rustic leather on captain's chairs paired with crisp stripes - Ralph, you get me EVERY time...

ralph lauren via oceaninteriors

Whoever the architect was who dreamed this up - we need to talk (after I win the Lotto, 'course.)

nautical nook via elegance redefined

Suzanne Kasler can make no design mistake, IMO. Look at those polished nickel nautical lights!

Suzanne Kasler via Willow decor

This bathroom is done so cleverly, but with taste. Vintage map wallpaper, ropes in lieu of towel bars, marble coin tile {swoon}

beachy bath via xjavierx

There's those maps, again...but I can't take my eyes off those metal chairs!

via design crisis

This might fall into the bit-too-beachy category, but with the wide-stripe rug, it still has a Something's Gotta Give vibe - which I'll never turn away!