Marine style evokes the sound of waves, warm sand and relaxing vacations by the sea. Its origins date back to the 19th century, and the style was inspired by the attire of the French navy, whose sailors wore striped clothing made of wool or cotton. This made them more visible against the water while performing their duties. The marine style is unequivocally associated with the coastal climate and has been popular in interior design for centuries. It is light, harmonious and cozy, making it suitable for almost any room. If you want to bring a style inspired by sea voyages into your interior, be sure to check out the suggestions of our painting stencils with a nautical theme and transform your home into a seaside resort.
FEATURES OF MARINE STYLE
Marine style is distinguished by lightness of forms, bright colors and freshness. The perfect harmony, full of natural elegance, is created by light beiges and browns combined with various shades of blue, from dark navy blue to turquoise to light blue, which reflect the colors of the sea, ocean or sky blue. Wooden flooring, airy curtains, linen pillows, bedspreads and tablecloths, as well as a variety of accessories inspired by the sea or fished from its depths, such as shells, anchors, fishing nets, fit perfectly into this aesthetic. To liven up the nautical arrangement a bit, you can add rugs and cushions in energetic colors, such as sunny yellow or orange, as well as in white and navy stripes.
BASIC MATERIALS
The basis for the marine style is natural materials, such as wooden laths, rattan, rope and glass, which are integral to this style. Light, uncomplicated and comfortable, furniture painted in white or natural wood tones is reminiscent of seaside cottages or wooden ships. Timeless marine stripe patterns in various shades of blue, red and white often appear on decorations or walls. Decorations created from so-called sea-wood, i.e. wood fished from the sea, can become a distinctive addition to interiors. On the walls may hang oars, lamps made of braided rope, and on the shelves may hang figurines of lighthouses or ships.
MARINE PATTERNS
An important element of marine style are patterns that can transform the interior into a seaside resort. The most recognizable are the aforementioned blue-and-white stripes, which evoke marine shirts and sea breezes. Marine style designs also often include popular motifs of anchors, sailboats and ships, which add an authentic nautical feel to interiors. Shells, sea creatures, stylized nautical maps and compass motifs introduce an element of adventure and discovery, while rope and nautical knot patterns add authenticity to a space and reference nautical traditions. You will find patterns to help you decorate your walls, pillows or textiles.
Reusable Border – Stripe Stencil // ROPE – SAILING KNOTS
Price range: 16.80 £ through 39.00 £
Paint stencils with marine patterns are the perfect way to bring freshness and a seaside vibe to your interior. Experiment with different patterns and colors to create a space that reflects a coastal vibe.
