# Chic Nautical Fashion The Yves Saint Laurent Cruise 2012 Collection Adds Class to Shipshape Styles By Marissa Brassfield | Published 2011-06-12 | Luxury Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yves-saint-laurent-cruise-2012 References: [designscene.net](http://www.designscene.net/2011/06/yves-saint-laurent-cruise-2012.html) & [ysl](http://www.ysl.com/) Spring and summer fashion collections frequently mark a return to seaside styles, and the [Yves Saint Laurent Cruise](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yves-salomons) 2012 updates classic nautical cues in a chic yet bold way. Stripes, anchors and shiny buttons all appeared in the runway collection in a palette of black, white, red, blue and yellow. A few pieces modernized the formal dress uniforms of Navy soldiers, turning double-breasted coats into sensual belted minidresses. My favorite look is the black pantsuit in the fourth image; the anchor detail at the hip is exactly the understated splash of panache I'd rock if I were the type to cavort around on a yacht somewhere in the Caribbean. The Yves Saint Laurent Cruise 2012 collection is definitely shipshape and seaworthy. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.8/10 - Popularity: 27% | Activity: 18% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Luxury](https://www.trendhunter.com/luxury) > [Luxury Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/luxuryfashion) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Seaside Fashion:** Opportunity for designers to modernize traditional maritime-inspired styles with bold and chic elements. - **Nautical Cues:** Incorporating stripes, anchors, and shiny buttons into fashion collections to add a touch of class and playfulness. - **Formal Dress Modernization:** Transforming formal dress uniforms into contemporary and sensual pieces, providing unique fashion choices. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion:** Fashion brands can leverage the popularity of nautical cues and seaside fashion to attract customers looking for stylish and trendy options. - **Design:** Designers can explore innovative ways to incorporate maritime-inspired elements into various products beyond fashion, such as home decor or accessories. - **Luxury Travel:** Luxury travel companies can create curated experiences and packages that align with the chic nautical fashion trend, providing a unique and cohesive experience for their clientele. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sailing Race-Inspired Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/americas-cup-barcelona.md) - [Canadian-Made Cruise Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shans-cruise-2026-line.md) - [Minimalist Gallery Runways](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/saint-laurent-springsummer-2024.md) - [Coastal Beach-Inspired Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/voile-blanche.md) - [Coastal Utility Wear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nanamica-springsummer-2026.md) - [Beach-Inspired Spring Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/a-kind-of-guise-3.md) - [Resort-Ready Apparel Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marie-oliver.md) - [Modern Minimalist Apparel Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auteur-studios-latest-summer-edit.md) - [Coastal-Inspired Activewear Drops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/set-sail.md)