Knitwear and casual sportswear from a label built around sailing. Nautica sits alongside the other 90s American names we stock, with the same heavy cotton and bold colour blocking, and a nautical theme running through the graphics.
What comes through is generally the knitted and fleece end of the range rather than outerwear, since that's the part that survives being worn. On knitwear the cuffs and underarms show wear first, and pilling on old cotton knit is normal rather than a defect. Anything thinning, holed or repaired gets photographed and written into the listing. Sizing runs generous, in line with the period.
For knitwear and heavier pieces, browse vintage sweatshirts. For the same era of American casual clothing, see vintage Tommy Hilfiger.
Common questions
How does Nautica sizing run?
Generous, like most American casual clothing of the 90s. Expect a fuller cut than you'd get today in the same size, and use the measurements we've listed.
Is pilling on old knitwear a problem?
Not usually. Cotton knit pills where it rubs, and it comes off easily with a fabric comb. Thinning or holes are a different matter and we always describe and photograph those.
Why's the collection so small?
Nautica reaches us in ones rather than in bulk. We list what we've got rather than padding the page, so it grows slowly and turns over as pieces sell.
