Coastal Grandpa Style

Coastal grandpa is the style of the man who has nowhere to be: morning coffee on the porch, a walk to the harbour, a crossword at the clam shack. It's relaxed, practical and timeless. The look went viral, but it was never really a trend. It's just how people dress when they live near the water and stop caring about looking busy.

What is coastal grandpa style?

It is roomy, comfortable clothes in faded colours: soft tees, worn-in chinos, a cardigan or chore coat, boat shoes or loafers, maybe a bucket hat. Nothing tight, nothing shiny and nothing with a giant logo. Quality fabrics that get better with age.

The essentials

• A heavyweight tee with a little character: a vintage-looking print, a faded colour.
• Long sleeves for cool mornings, worn on their own or under a cardigan.
• Relaxed chinos or khaki shorts, slightly loose, cuffed at the ankle.
• A cardigan, fisherman sweater or chore coat.
• Boat shoes, loafers or worn-in canvas sneakers.
• Accessories: a bucket hat or faded cap, a canvas tote, reading glasses on a cord if you're committed.

Why garment-dyed cotton fits the look

Hazy Point tees are Comfort Colors garment-dyed cotton (6.1 oz, 100% ring-spun). The dye process gives each shirt a soft, lived-in feel and colours that fade gently instead of washing out flat, exactly the patina coastal grandpa is about. The relaxed, slightly boxy cut sits right with roomy chinos.

Our picks

The Links Club Tee is pure clubhouse. The Tide Table Tee is for the man who knows when the tide turns. The Boat Works Tee looks like it came from the yard where he keeps his skiff. For cooler days, the Pelican Charters Long Sleeve, Collegiate Arch Long Sleeve and Box Label Long Sleeve layer under a cardigan.

Three outfits

• Porch coffee: Spartina Window Long Sleeve, loose chinos, loafers.
• Harbour walk: Box Label Tee, khaki shorts, canvas sneakers, bucket hat.
• Sunset on the dock: Dock Sunset Tee under an open chore coat.

Colours

Stick to faded and natural: Ivory, Granite, Chambray, Light Green, Blue Jean, a washed Navy, with one muted pop of colour. Rotate them through the week.

Fit, care and timing

Relaxed fit; size up for that roomy look. See our size chart. Wash cold, tumble low. Every shirt is printed to order, so allow 2 to 7 business days plus shipping (shipping policy).

FAQ

How do you dress coastal grandpa?

Go roomy and relaxed: a soft tee or long sleeve, loose chinos, a cardigan or chore coat, and boat shoes or loafers. Keep colours faded and natural.

Is coastal grandpa still in style?

The name trended a few years ago, but the look itself is timeless coastal dressing that never really goes out of style.

Can women wear coastal grandpa style?

Absolutely. Our tees are unisex, and the relaxed, oversized fit works for everyone.

What fit should I get for the coastal grandpa look?

Size up one for a roomier, more relaxed silhouette. See our size chart for measurements.

Hazy Point: coastal prep that ages as well as you do.