⚓💖 Ahoy! Set sail in classic sailor style! 💖⚓
This Nautical Sailor Dog Dress is a timeless coastal favorite — handmade in New York with soft 100% cotton, classic sailor styling, and your choice of two distinct looks. Now updated with a lighter, breathable construction (no tulle underskirt) for comfortable warm-weather wear all summer long.
🎨 Choose your style:

Blue Square Bodice — classic sailor middy collar in royal blue & white with button accents (the preppy, timeless look)
Red Bow — navy with sailor collar, bold red bow, and ric-rac trim (the dressy, girly look)

Select your style and size from the dropdown at checkout.
🎀 Why you'll love this Nautical Sailor Dog Dress:

Handmade in New York from soft, breathable 100% cotton
Updated lighter construction — no tulle underskirt for cooler summer wear
Reinforced D-ring for secure leash attachment
Strong hook-and-loop (velcro) closures
Flowing pleated/ruffled skirt that moves beautifully
Handmade pet apparel in sizes XXS through XL
Perfect for tiny Yorkies, Chihuahuas, Maltese, Pomeranians, Frenchies, and all small-to-medium breeds

💡 Perfect for: 4th of July parades, Memorial Day, Labor Day, yacht club outings, boat rides, beach trips, coastal weddings, nautical-themed parties, photo shoots, dog show ring photos, summer cookouts, or any day your pup wants to channel classic seaside style.
🔗 A note on the D-ring:

XXS, XS, and Small include a built-in D-ring for light leash walks
Medium and Large do NOT include a D-ring — for safety reasons, larger and stronger dogs need a proper walking harness rather than a fabric dress attachment point.


📏 MADE TO ORDER — PLEASE READ BEFORE PURCHASING
Each dress is custom sewn just for your pup, so accurate measurements are essential. Please refer to the measuring guide photo in this listing and provide the following in the personalization box at checkout:

Neck — around the base of the neck
Chest — widest part, just behind the front legs
Back length — base of neck to base of tail
Style choice — Blue Square Bodice or Red Bow

📐 Please note: These are handmade garments, not factory-produced clothing. Measurements may vary by up to ½ inch from the measurements provided due to the nature of hand-cutting, hand-sewing, and natural fabric behavior. This is normal for handmade pet apparel and is not considered a defect.
⚠️ ALL SALES ARE FINAL on made-to-order items. Because each dress is cut and sewn to the measurements you provide, no returns or exchanges are accepted. Please measure carefully — if you're unsure, message me before ordering and I'll walk you through it.

🧺 CARE INSTRUCTIONS

Machine wash cold on gentle cycle
Lay flat or hang to dry
Do NOT iron directly on the trim, bow, or collar details


⚠️ Handmade Variation Notice: Each dress is individually handcrafted in New York. Minor variations in fabric placement, ric-rac alignment, or trim details may occur — your pup's dress will be genuinely one-of-a-kind.

⏱️ PROCESSING TIME

Standard: 2–3 weeks before shipping
🇺🇸 April through early July: production runs longer due to high patriotic holiday demand — please order EARLY for Memorial Day, 4th of July, and Labor Day events.

Need it sooner? Check out my Ready-to-Ship Nautical Sailor Dog Dress listing or message me about rush availability before purchasing.
📦 Shipping via UPS (US only) — Monday / Wednesday / Friday.

❤️ Handmade with love at Group One Dog Gallery — supporting U.S. handmade since 2012.